90-minute boat tour among towering cliffs and sea stacks
Sail into grottos and narrow passages carved by the ocean
Spot puffins and other seabirds nesting on the cliffs
Learn about Faroese traditions and local history
Experienced local skipper and guide on board
Explore one of the Faroe Islands’ most famous natural wonders on the Vestmanna sea cliffs tour Faroe Islands. This 90-minute boat trip takes you into a world of towering cliffs, narrow sea passages, and hidden grottos carved by nature over millions of years.
Departing from the harbour in Vestmanna, the boat heads out through winding fjords before reaching the open ocean. Here the landscape rises dramatically — cliffs several hundred meters high, with sheep grazing on what seem like vertical green slopes.
The boat carefully navigates between free-standing sea stacks, passes beneath overhangs, and enters deep grottos formed by centuries of wind and waves. Each turn reveals new colors, shapes, and textures that make this coastline a photographer’s dream.
During the summer months, these cliffs are home to thousands of seabirds such as puffins, fulmars, guillemots, and kittiwakes. You’ll have the chance to see them nesting on the ledges and soaring above the boat.
A local guide on board shares fascinating stories about how the bird cliffs once provided food for Faroese families. You’ll also learn how locals still gather their sheep on the steep mountainsides — a centuries-old tradition that continues today.
This is a genuine nature experience where every trip is unique. The skipper adjusts the route depending on weather and sea conditions to ensure both safety and comfort. Some days are calm and sunny, others dramatic and misty — each offering a different kind of beauty.
Remember that weather in the Faroe Islands can change quickly and often varies from place to place. Conditions in Vestmanna can be completely different from those in Tórshavn, so always dress warmly and bring waterproof layers.
Departure point: Vestmanna Harbour, Streymoy Island
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy — suitable for all ages
Included: Local guide, safety equipment, life jacket
Season: April – October (weather permitting)
Language: English
Bring warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy shoes. The skipper may adjust the route depending on weather and sea conditions. Wildlife sightings vary by season, but bird activity peaks from late spring to midsummer.
If weather prevents the tour from operating safely, you will be offered to reschedule or receive a full refund according to our terms of service.
