Shore Excursions Around the World: 4 to Book

1.Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Puffin Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $63Our pick

Cruise from Reykjavik’s Skarfabakki Harbour to Akurey Island on a small sightseeing boat built for shallow coastal waters. An expert guide, with guides such as Joel, Patricia, Oscar, and Rebekah praised for lively commentary, points out puffins and Arctic terns. Loaner binoculars and round-trip port transfers are included.

“We were amazed to see so many puffins up close. It was a great tour with plenty of time to take pictures. Enjoyed the commentary from Oscar.”

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2.Punta Tombo Cruise Shore Excursion – Walk among penguins

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 24 reviews · 6 hours · from $120

Travel 170 kilometers from Puerto Madryn to Punta Tombo National Reserve, then follow a 1.5-kilometer trail through the world’s largest Magellanic penguin colony. Guides such as Mariana and Maria add wildlife and Patagonia commentary, while round-trip transport, lunch, and water are included for cruise passengers.

“Our guide Mariana Z and driver Roy were both superb. Mariana is an expert on everything for Patagonia, it's history, culture and the wildlife. She provided one of the best commentaries during the travel that I've ever heard from any guide in the world. Wonderful personality and excellent English. Roy's driving was perfect. He was very kind to the other guests. A truly great day!”

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3.Shore Excursion – Flamingos ,Dune7,Welwitschia, Moonlandscape,Oasis,Swakopmund.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $171Best reviewed

From Walvis Bay, you’ll visit the lagoon’s flamingos, Goanikontes Oasis, Welwitschia Plains, and Dune 7 before free time in Swakopmund. The tour runs about four to six hours, carries up to 20 people, and includes bottled water, transport, and pickup. Bring cash for lunch and Dune 7’s NAD150 entry fee.

“After our cruise ship was refusing entry to the Harbour due to strong swells, we finally docked at the cargo section. The harbour would not allow us to disembark! Luckily I corresponded with JP through what’s app and we could keep each othRead more”

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4.Walvis Bay Shore Excursion: Flamingos, Dune 7, Swakopmund

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $200

Meet your English-speaking guide at Walvis Bay Port and travel by 4x4 to flamingo-rich wetlands, Dune 7, the Welwitschia Plains, Goanikontes Oasis, and Swakopmund. Guides including JP and Jacques bring local insight. Bring sun protection, and budget extra for the dune permit and lunch.

“We loved this tour. Our tour guide Jacques was so friendly and informative. We got to learn about Namibia and see some incredible untouched places. Would definitely recommend this tour!!”

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