Akurey Island (Puffin Island)

Nestled in the Kollafjordur Bay near Reykjavik, Akurey Island, also known as Puffin Island, is a small, uninhabited haven for puffins. Year after year, these seabirds return to the same burrows to lay their single eggs and raise their pufflings before heading back out to sea. The island hosts around 20,000 pairs of puffins, creating a bustling and vibrant spectacle. Visitors can embark on boat tours to observe the charming birds in their natural habitat, witnessing the lively and colorful scenes of this unique nesting ground.