Nature Sail & Viking Sushi Adventure

OVERVIEW

Board a ferry for a cruise through the prime birdwatching habitats of Breidafjordur Bay and enjoy a taste of fresh-caught “Viking sushi.” Your archipelago adventure begins with a drive to Stykkisholmur, a quaint coastal town on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Here you’ll board the ferry and head into Breidafjordur Bay, which is encircled by mountains and dotted with volcanic islands that are havens for nesting seabirds. As you sail through whirlpool currents, passing dozens of islands with strangely beautiful rock formations and basalt columns, you can expect to spot a variety of species. Puffins, eider ducks and shags are commonly seen, as are kittiwakes. These handsome black-legged gulls typically nest on narrow cliff ledges, perched facing the wall with tails stuck out over the edge. You might also catch sight of magnificent white-tailed eagles diving to pluck fish straight from the sea with their razor-sharp talons. These waters also teem with marine life, even occasional seals. As if to prove this abundance, your captain will at some point cast a net overboard to haul in a bounty of seafood. Some of it can be eaten raw as so-called Viking sushi, and you’ll have a chance to sample. Nothing could be fresher.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy a panoramic coach ride to the quaint and eco-friendly coastal town of Stykkisholmur.
• Board a ferry for a cruise into Breidafjordur Bay, dotted with volcanic islets and renowned for its natural beauty and remarkable wildlife.
• Look for puffins, eider ducks, shags, kittiwakes and others on the jagged island cliffs and in flight.
• Sample amazingly fresh “Viking sushi” made from seafood caught right while you’re on board.
• Before the coach return, enjoy some free time to wander a bit and explore Stykkisholmur.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate layered clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a bottle of water, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen as needed.