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Hestur - Klæmintsgjógv world largest sea cave
Gamlarætt ferryport, 175 Gamlarætt
English
Klæmintsgjógv, located on the rugged western coastline of Hestur Island, is home to some of the most dramatic sea cliffs, towering rock formations, and hidden reefs you can find in the Faroe Islands.
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as you visit the world’s largest sea cave on this exciting boat tour! You'll explore the pristine cliffs along Hestur’s west coast from the comfort of a boat, reaching one of the most remote corners of the Faroe Islands. Here, the only residents are seabirds, nesting high and low up on the cliffs.
From April through August, you’ll have the chance to spot puffins and other unique seabirds nesting along the towering rock faces. If conditions are right, your guide will take you through both large and small sea caves. The crown jewel of this tour is the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sail into Klæmintsgjógv itself, the largest sea cave on the planet.
This boat trip offers a rare opportunity to experience the lesser-known wonders of the Faroe Islands, taking you all the way around Hestur Island. You’ll have the chance to observe seabirds up close and even see sheep grazing high up on the cliffs, some 1,200 feet above the ocean.
The journey starts from the ferry terminal at Gamlarætt, only 15 minutes southwest of Tórshavn, where you’ll board a high-speed rib boat for a thrilling ride. Your captain, a local expert, will ensure your safety as you navigate through the impressive landscapes of the Faroe Islands.
In just a few minutes, you’ll cross from Streymoy Island to Hestur, feeling the rush of the open sea as you approach the island’s western coast. Here, you can sit back and take in the raw, untamed beauty that makes the Faroe Islands so unique.
Built to endure the challenging waters of the archipelago, the boat is perfect for this type of exploration. As you move along the coastline, you’ll see striking basalt columns rising dramatically from the sea and get the perfect opportunity to witness the seasonal nesting of seabirds.
This tour is highly recommended by thousands of previous visitors and offers a rare glimpse into the largest sea cave in the world, set against one of the most awe-inspiring natural landscapes in the Faroe Islands.
The Gamlarætt ferry port is just a fifteen-minute drive southwest from the capital. If you're unsure how to find your way, enter “Gamlarætt ferry port” into your GPS and it will guide you safely. There is parking to the right of the ferry port at Gamlarætt harbor. You can also take the bus from Tórshavn to the meeting point.
If you choose the blue bus, it's bus number 650. Tell the driver to drop you off at RIB62 on Gamlarætt.
If you choose the red city buses, which are free to ride, then get on bus number 5. Here you should also tell the driver to drop you off before the bus turns off to Kirkjubø. Then walk the rest of the way down to the harbor.
If you want to use a taxi, you can book a ride from Auto Taxi +298311234 or Taxi Bil +298323232.
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The tour is not suitable for children under 7 years old, pregnant women or people with back problems.
Time: 60 to 90 min.
Difficulty: Easy
Practical information
Buss transportation
Public bus 650 (blue busses) from the bus terminal in Tórshavn to Gamlarætt.
Timetable: https://www.ssl.fo/en/timetable/bus/650-sandoy-torshavn
City bus 5 (red busses) different bus stops in Tórshavn.
https://www.torshavn.fo/byur-og-ferdsla/vegir-og-ferdsla/bussleidin#pid=5
Taxi transportation
Taxi Bil tlf. +298 323232
Auto Taxi tlf. +298 311234
Drive yourself
The Gamlarætt ferry port is just a fifteen-minute drive southwest from the capital. If you're unsure how to find your way, enter “Gamlarætt ferry port” into your GPS and it will guide you safely. There is parking to the right of the ferry port at Gamlarætt harbor. You can also take the bus from Tórshavn to the meeting point.
Health and Safety Recommendations
The tour is not suitable for children under 7 years old, pregnant women or people with back problems.
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About RIB62
RIB62 offers you the opportunity of a lifetime to experience the Faroe Islands from a unique perspective. Our Rib boats can get you to the most remote and breath-taking sights the islands have to offer in no time.
Our activites are centered around our boattours but we also arrange other activities like outdoor sauna and hottub, outdoor dining, naturewalks, sightseeing , company outings, activities and more. We are always ready to offer you something out of the ordinary.
Summer season is from 01. May – 15. September. During this period we offer daily sightseeing tours on weekdays. We also do tailored tours upon request in the weekends.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you wish to book a tour with us. Our off-season activities are limited to tailored tours upon request. And we also arrange specific tours, excursions and events around the islands during this time. Rib62 is owned and runned by Sigmund and Barbara. Friends since 1998, partners in Business and in life .
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you wish to book a tour with us. Our off-season activities are limited to tailored tours upon request. And we also arrange specific tours, excursions and events around the islands during this time. Rib62 is owned and runned by Sigmund and Barbara. Friends since 1998, partners in Business and in life .