Explore the Faroe Islands from the North Atlantic, kayaking beneath towering cliffs and into sea caves, with mountain landscapes explored on foot.
7 Days from
$
Moderate
The Faroe Islands are a wild North Atlantic world of sheer sea cliffs, extraordinary birdlife and small villages shaped by centuries of island life. Here, ocean, wind and fast-changing weather create a landscape of shifting light, green mountains and dramatic coastlines. Imagine kayaking beneath towering cliffs and striking sea stacks, past waterfalls and into sea caves, with the mountains rising around you from the ocean. Exploring from the water puts you at the heart of this rugged coastline, while time on foot reveals green valleys, traditional villages and dramatic landscapes above.
Each day brings a different exploration, shaped by local conditions. Paddle between Streymoy and Eysturoy, explore the sea caves of Eysturoy’s craggy coastline and take in Risin og Kellingin, known as the Giant and the Witch, rising from the sea. Swap paddle for walking boots to follow hillside paths, coastal walks and mountain trails, discovering waterfalls, fjords and villages tucked beneath the mountains.
After your first night in Tórshavn, spend five nights in cottage accommodation on the east coast of Streymoy, returning after each day’s adventure for meals prepared by your guides. Finish at Vestmanna with a boat journey beneath towering bird cliffs, where thousands of seabirds nest during summer. Combining kayaking and hiking, this journey reveals the Faroes from two distinct perspectives: at sea level beneath its cliffs and sea stacks, and on foot among its mountains, valleys and villages.
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2 scheduled departures between 6 Jun 2027 and 15 Aug 2027.
The first night is spent in a hotel in Tórshavn. For the following five nights, you will stay with the group in a boutique villas on the east coast of Streymoy, providing a convenient base for each day’s kayaking and hiking. The boutique villas offer sea and mountain views, shared bathroom facilities and an equipped kitchen where your guides prepare meals. A communal area provides a space for the group to come together for meals.
Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.
If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.
It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.
You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.
If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.
Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.
Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.
Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.
The 7-day itinerary includes around 4–5 days of sea kayaking, depending on weather and sea conditions. A typical paddling outing lasts around 2–4 hours, covering approximately 8–15 km / 5–9 mi. Routes may include sheltered fjords, narrow sounds, sea caves, waterfalls and sections of rugged coastline
Previous sea kayaking experience is not mandatory. This trip is suitable for reasonably fit travellers who are confident swimming and comfortable being active for several hours at a time. We primarily use double kayaks, and before the first paddle we provide a thorough safety and sea kayaking briefing with time to familiarise yourself with the kayaks and equipment.
The itinerary includes around 1–3 days of hiking or walking, often combined with kayaking. Hikes may follow hillside paths, coastal trails and mountain routes, with outings of up to 10 km / 6.2 mi. Some terrain may be rocky or soft underfoot.
The trip is graded Moderate. Sea kayaking can be compared to brisk walking or cycling, and you should be comfortable with several hours of activity. The level of difficulty can vary with the weather and sea conditions, which can change quickly in the Faroe Islands. A reasonable level of fitness and confidence swimming are recommended
The itinerary is intentionally flexible. Each day, our guides assess the weather and sea conditions and choose the most suitable combination of kayaking and hiking. If conditions are unsuitable for paddling, we may spend the day exploring on foot instead. The published itinerary should therefore be treated as indicative rather than a fixed route.
We primarily use double sea kayaks for safety and group management. Single kayaks may be requested, but they are subject to approval, appropriate paddling experience and the guide’s discretion.
We provide expedition sea kayaks, paddles, life jackets, kayaking safety equipment, dry suits and kayak booties. You will need to bring your own personal clothing and equipment as outlined in the pre-departure gear list.
Yes. Meals are included from dinner on Day 1 through to lunch on Day 7. During the cottage stay, breakfasts, picnic-style lunches and evening meals are prepared by the guides. Dietary requirements can be catered for when advised in advance, although options may be more limited in remote locations.
There are opportunities to see seabirds including puffins, as well as razorbills, guillemots and fulmars. The trip finishes with a boat journey beneath the Vestmanna bird cliffs, where thousands of seabirds nest during the summer months. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Highlights may include paddling beneath high sea cliffs, exploring sea caves and waterfalls along the Eysturoy coast, views of Risin og Kellingin – the Giant and the Witch, kayaking into Funningsfjordur, and exploring the coastline around Oyndafjørður and Fuglafjørður. The trip also combines kayaking with hiking through Faroese mountain and coastal landscapes.
The trip starts in Tórshavn on Day 1 and finishes in Tórshavn on Day 7 after the Vestmanna bird cliffs boat trip and farewell lunch. Airport transfers are not included.
The Faroe Islands are a group of 18 volcanic islands in the North Atlantic, characterised by steep sea cliffs, narrow sounds and fjords, waterfalls, green mountain landscapes and small coastal villages. Their location between Scotland and Iceland has helped shape a distinctive Faroese culture with strong Norse roots and a close connection to the sea. Exploring both by kayak and on foot gives you two very different perspectives on this dramatic island landscape.
Sea kayaking puts you at water level beneath some of the Faroe Islands’ most striking coastal landscapes. Depending on conditions, you can paddle beneath high cliffs, approach waterfalls, explore sea caves and travel through fjords and narrow passages between islands. From a kayak, the height and scale of the coastline are particularly apparent, while the quieter pace also creates opportunities to look for seabirds along the way.
The Faroe Islands are known for their rugged North Atlantic scenery, with mountains rising above deep fjords, high sea cliffs, waterfalls and colourful coastal settlements. They also have a distinctive cultural identity shaped by Norse heritage, island communities and generations of connection with the sea. Traditional arts and crafts, music and dance remain part of Faroese culture, while fishing continues to play an important role in island life.
Flexibility is one of the strengths of this trip. The Faroe Islands can experience rapidly changing weather and sea conditions, so we do not lock the group into a rigid daily route. Instead, our guides assess conditions each day and adapt the kayaking and hiking program accordingly. If paddling conditions are not suitable, we may switch to hiking or land-based exploration, helping ensure each day makes the most of the conditions available.
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Your support will help care for Jimmy, one of the sanctuary’s rescued residents. For 11 years, Jimmy was confined to a small concrete cage at a bread factory, deprived of the opportunity to behave naturally. Since his rescue, he has experienced the freedom of a natural forest habitat for the first time, feeling the earth beneath his paws and living alongside other rescued bears. By contributing to Jimmy’s ongoing care, you are helping transform the life of an individual animal while supporting the broader mission of protecting bears from cruelty and promoting compassionate wildlife conservation.
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Discover how we're working to cut carbon emissions from our adventures by exploring the Climate Action page within our Responsible Travel hub.
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