Original 1.5 Hour Vestmanna Sea Cliffs Boat Trip

4.9 / 5255 Reviews
Tour Type
Day Tour
Available
April - October
Duration
1.5 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Tour start
Vestmanna
Description
Included
Useful information
Terms of service

Step aboard a quality boat and go on an unforgettable adventure to Vestmanna Sea Cliffs. On this classic Faroe Islands experience you will have the opportunity to see some of the most remarkable coastline in the Faroe Islands.

The trip departs from the harbour in Vestmanna, a village in impressive amphitheatrical settings. Vestmanna is also the tour's meeting point.

You will have the chance to enjoy the café just beside the departure point. Right next to the café, you will see a selection of small fishing boats belonging to the villagers.

After everything is set, you will sail out of the harbour and head straight to the stunning sea cliffs. Sail through breathtaking nature and explore the great wildlife just outside of Vestmanna.

The Vestmanna Sea Cliffs are a natural wonder and a must-see experience while in the Faroe Islands. Sheer mountain sides, towering sea stacks, and rich birdlife is what you will explore on this one and a half hour boat tour.

You will sail near these amazing cliffs and if weather permits, the tour will include sailing through rocky gorges. This scenic attraction will get you near to several bird species that are nesting in the narrow sloping ledges in the cliffs.

From the boat you will see high mountain peaks on Streymoy Island and many caves along the coastline. You will sail only few metres from the highest sea stack in the area Heygadrangur which rises 144 m (472 ft) out of the salty North Atlantic Ocean.

The boat trip along the narrow channel between sea stacks and the coast is a fascinating and unforgettable experience. There are no signs of human construction or development in this area. This adds to the undisturbed and untouched experience when exploring the cliffs north of Vestmanna.    

Explore the breathtaking cliffs of Vestmanna on this boat trip with daily departures in summer. Check availability by choosing a date.

Activities

Bird Watching

Boat Trip

Sightseeing

Attractions

Streymoy Island

Vestmanna Sea Cliffs

255 reviews for Original 1.5 Hour Vestmanna Sea Cliffs Boat Trip

  1. Linda Nystrom

    The tour was good and exciting.

  2. David Van Belle

    Due to bad weather, we had the alternative rout to Trollkonufingur. For the views and caves it was amazing. Only for the birds, there weren’t much birds.
    The commentary given during the trip was extensive and very interesting.
    When better conditions are available during the stay.
    The rib boat tour to Hestur might be a good alternative to do as a backup when Vestmanna Kliffs are not possible to sail.

  3. Robyn Wood

    We arrived at the Vestmanna tourist office and had lunch, soup and salad very nice. Boat trip had about 60 people on it, there was plenty of room. Tour followed the coast with up close views of the cliffs (and sheep). Highlight was at the furthest point with sheer cliffs and witches finger. Captain was very skilled at getting boat into tight spots further enhancing the spectator experience.

  4. Laura Bouch

    Brilliant boat trip – saw loads of puffins and the scenery was stunning! Would highly recommend

  5. Tobias Scharmann

    We enjoyed the excursion to the sea cliffs very much. Will surely recommend it.

  6. Michael Boucher

    The experience was great, we had beautiful views, and the pricing is the best Everyone on board was so friendly and helpful! This is the tour to get!

  7. Pablo Costas Franco

    It was great. I really enjoyed it.

  8. Larry Rosensweig

    Our experience was excellent! Thank you.

  9. Cedric Aubier

    Great trip. Beautiful landscape & amazing cliffs. Thanks

  10. fransk kilbert

    Très beaux paysages et la navigation est très plaisante

  11. Mona Johannessen

    We were so happy with the trip! It was a very foggy morning, but the trip was luckily not cancelled – and the fog disappeared and it was such a great trip! We saw so many amazing scenes and got really close to the cliffs. 5 stars, and highly recommend!

  12. Emily Lowrey

    Great experience seeing the cliffs from below. The boats weaves through the sea stacks and we saw some puffins. I would recommend this

  13. Nil Altes Buch

    Awesome trip, good value for money to take this boat and see the cliffs from the bottom. I’d recommend it 100%!

  14. Jennie T.

    This was a restful activity to do on our last day in the Faroe Islands. The boat travels past beautiful cliffs and caves with several species of birds. There was limited outdoor space and the outdoor top deck filled up fast, so be sure to arrive early if you’d like to sit in a particular spot on the boat. However, even if seated indoors, there’s space at the back of the boat to step outside when the boat is close to the cliffs and moving slowly. Be sure to checkout the shop at the harbor, which is one of the few shops open on Sunday and has nice souvenirs.

  15. Mirna Luisa Garcia Subiran

    The tour of the Vestmanna sea cliffs was fascinating, a unique experience in every way. The captain will enter the boat in fantastic places getting the best views. I definitely recommend doing this tour if you come to the Faroe Islands.

  16. Eva Van Berkel

    Amazing experience!!

  17. Joanna Conway

    Fabulous trip!
    The Vestmanna cliffs are simply breathtaking, look otherworldly think Tolkien or Jurassic Park Islands.
    The captain takes the boat close to the cliffs and sea stacks so everyone has an opportunity to take photos or simply admire up close.
    The boat even goes under the cliff arches which had my jaw dropped a few times.
    The guided talk is very interesting and informative.
    Overall a wonderful experience 🤩

  18. Ilona

    The tour was fantastic. We saw breathtaking cliffs. The ship also went into the small gaps, which made it an even more wonderful experience.
    Unfortunately, I was so distracted by the sight that I can’t even remember what the captain said during the tour about the rocks and birds on the island…
    I recommend it to everyone, this tour is really worth the money!

  19. Maria

    Amazing tour of the sea cliffs! Breathtaking natural beauty! Seals, puffins and other sea birds. The captain guides us through several sea arcs, and explained sights along the way. Well worth the money – highly recommend 😊

  20. Peer Andersen

    Great tour with very experienced skipper, but purchase a better loudspeaker system

  21. Michal

    I recommend this trip. Fantastic cliff views and exploring bays (the driver was excellent).

  22. Anna Carlsson

    It was a very windy day, so we ended up going to a different location. No problem with that! A beautiful tour and a nice expericene.

  23. Elsebeth Frausing

    Unfortunately too windy to go to the cliffs, but the staff still managed to give us a really great experience on the sea. Thank you for that!

  24. Ed

    We did the southern tour of the cliffs of Vágar due to high winds and rain but it was still comfortable and we got to see puffins and seals. This gives you a whole different perspective on the islands and you get to see caves and wildlife you may not see from land.

  25. Nancy

    The boat was beautiful and clean! The staff knowledgeable and friendly. We always felt safe with some of the rough waters. Very assessable and welcoming.

  26. Bente

    Weather was not good shortly before departure so got the option to reschedule. We decided to go anyway and what an awesome experience! Turned out to be beautifully dramatic and we even got close to the cliffs and saw puffins.

  27. Robert Arn

    By windig weather, tour not recommanded: a very few things to see. Go to the Mykines Island is clearely much better

  28. Mike Alleyne

    A little windy day but got some rays of sun and a great guide/captain. Left the harbour exactly on time and returned a little later than planned. Had a wonderful salmon lunch in the restaurant upon return. Booking was a bit glitchy. The site kept saying “could not process” and ended up with 3 bookings. They did credit it back right away . All in all….great experience

  29. Douglas

    This was an amazing experience. We were lucky with the weather, the captain’s announcements were very informative and interesting, and the sea cliffs were beyond words. If you visit the Faroe Islands, make sure this is at the top of your list of things to see – it was the high point of my stay.
    Thank you to the boat trip team

  30. Chengwang Ji

    A great experience. Different shapes of cliffs, different colors of sea water, and birds flying by the side of the boat. It could be better if all the introductions by the guide were in English, as I understood only a little Danish.

  31. Kari Elisabeth Brunvand

    Exciting. Wonderful

  32. Tessa

    10/10. Absolutely wonderful experience. Comfortable boat, great service, phenomenal views. Did not expect to be able to get so close to the cliffs. A whole new way of discovering the islands, wouldn’t miss it!! Beyond our expectations.

  33. Sam

    We booked this tour as a spur of the moment decision for a day we had spare. This turned into a surprising highlight of the trip for us. The cliffs were amazing, we saw some puffins on the way and were genuinely shocked at how many sheep were clearly lost and had ended up stranded in the middle of no where.

    The guides were great and gave lots of interesting information on the surrounding areas and history of Vestmanna. I would recommend this to anyone visiting the Faroe islands. Well worth the money

  34. Rafael

    Amazing tour! Initially we had some troubles to arrive and they waiting for us. Then, on the tour the explanation was very good, but the captain… Awesome! We were into caves, cliffs… I recommend it 100%

  35. Giovanni Iudice

    The Vestmanna Sea Cliffs Boat Trip was an unforgettable experience.
    We’ve seen the impressive coastline, lot of birdlife and…seals!
    The captain described everything throughout the journey, making it even more enjoyable.
    I would definitely reccomend it to anyone visiting the Faroe Islands.

  36. Tom Hagelskjær

    Dette var en rigtig god og fin tur, hvor skipper fortalte om den Færøske historie, Han var også god til at fortælle om de grotter og spektakulære klipper vi kom til. Hvordan man færingerne tidligere havde klatret ned af klipperne for at samle æg, fange fugle, men også sætte får på klipperne, der så måtte klare sig hele sommeren. En tur der kan anbefales.

  37. Lise

    Great trip, with a good guide, who spoke a clear Danish and English. The waves where too Big for us to sail close the cliffs, but we didn’t mind. We recomend that your wear a lot of close, as it gets cold when you sit still. It is possible to be both in and outside on the boat we were on. We also recommend that you have a Nice fish soup afterwards.

  38. Kamila Kuleta-Pisarek

    We enjoyed the cruise. It was fun, also informative.

  39. Curt Nelson

    A fantastic experience! I was there in September and not during puffin season, but saw other birds, other sea life and beautiful views. Boat captain shared a wealth of information about the area as well. Well done, and I highly recommend.

  40. Kamilla Samuelsen

    Fantastisk tur selvom det var dårligt vejr 🙌🏻 Man skal dog lige være opmærksom på at der ikke er siddeplads indendørs til alle.

  41. David Pheatt

    Sometimes a ‘local boat cruise’ is just so-so…Not this boat trip!
    Well worth the price and the hour and a half, to see a rugged side of the these Faroe Islands from the ocean/water perspective, imo.

    Boat was crowded during our late September dreary day cruise, so be prepared for jostling and tight fit on upper deck or main deck when doing the slow passages through the arches and pillars, esp in ‘Summer’/more crowded times.

    But, well done cruise and informative and an excellent way to see some close in, rugged perspectives of the amazing Faroe Islands shorelines and coast. I highly recommend the trip.

  42. Catherine Leipciger

    We had a very enjoyable outing to the sea cliffs. The captain did a fantastic job getting us up close and personal to everything on the trip. We were amazed they could fit in so much in an hour and a half. Such great scenery! It was an amazing experience.

  43. Michael Hogeboom

    Wonderful experience with a knowledgeable skipper. Fun and interesting with many exceptional sights.

  44. David Spitzer

    It was a nice experience to go out and see the clifs, the captain and the tour guide were both very nice and they were very informative.
    The boat gets pretty full so I would recommend coming early and getting a seat upstairs in the front of the boat so you get a beautiful unabstucked view, also be sure to dress warm and wear gloves because it gets cold.

  45. Geert Hofman

    Nice and good views! Friendly and interesting guide.

  46. Aditya Singhvi

    The Vestmana Sea Cliffs boat tour was wonderful. My family enjoyed the scenic views along with the captain’s commentary. The boat was comfortable. The captain’s steering ensured we had a smooth ride both ways even in choppy waters.

    I would definitely recommend this and their other tours as it is well worth the money.

  47. Diana Pires

    We were there with our 5 months old daughter (in the baby carrier). She slept most of the way. But we found the tour amazing and got to see the Faroe Islands from a different perspective – we have mostly been hiking up mountains and seeing it from above. Highly recommended tour! We saw a seal, but it must be extra nice with the puffins around (we went in September so they were already gone).

  48. Yasmin Hildrum

    Great trip with knowledgeable crew! Wear warm clothes and sit on top of boat for best views!

  49. Aline Galletyer

    Really good trip, i was stunning! We were not disappointed.

  50. Karen Bustamante

    A great afternoon out. The captain was great in explaining the area. There was a lot to see.
    Make sure you rug up and bring a wind proof jacket and gloves.
    Highly recommended.

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