Come along on a sailboat tour to small and picturesque island, Nólsoy.
Despite its proximity to the capital (6km), Nólsoy offers a different pace of life. With about 230 inhabitants and limited ferry connection with mainland area, Nólsoy is a nice getaway for people of all ages.
The island is also home to a thriving wildlife. The world largest European storm petrol colony is found on Nólsoy, and in summer time you can be sure to spot puffins in the sea and on land.
Our tour starts in Tórshavn marina, where the captain, Hávarður, will greet you and welcome you onboard our sailboat, Enniway, that you will find moored near the café, Umami.
When all is rigged and ready, we will release the moorings and head in the direction of Nólsoy. During the 30 minutes fjord crossing, you will enjoy the fresh sea air and the relaxing sound of the boat making its way through the sea.
Depending on the wind and the currents, we will sail in the direction that provides the most comfortable sailing conditions.
Accompanied by the sea birds, we will sail along the coast of Nólsoy and approach the bustling cliffs that many species call home. There will be good opportunities to see beautiful, endemic plants and greet the always curious sheep.
After the sailing trip around Nólsoy, you will get 30 minutes to go ashore and visit the little village on the island, before we head back to Tórshavn.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Despite the summer days being long and bright, sailing in the Faroes can be cold. Therefore, we recommend that you dress in layers ( wind and water proof clothes ) for the sailing trip.
- As an optional extra, you can order breakfast, lunch or dinner with local and seasonal ingredients to be enjoyed during the sailing trip.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts
The Enni team
The company is run by our Family "Enni".
Father & son, we are very enthusiastic sailors and dedicated to our islands.Sail with us as we can contribute to make your holidays unforgettable!
Enniway was born on 01th ofMay 2005 when we bought a Bianca model 420 sailboat in Denmark and sailed her to her new home in the Faroe Islands, Tórshavn.
Birgir began sailing day tours with people onboard the old schooner, Norðlýsið in the early 1990, and Hávarður practically grew up onboard the beautiful wooden ship, embodying and growing fond of maritime life and the seaways.
On Norðlýsið, good food and stories from the sea were an integral part of the day tours. Birgir was the captain and storyteller of the schooner for around 30 years until he retired.
Birgir and Hávarður were among the first islanders to collect and promote the local delicacies of the fjords. Most Faroese people have tried or at least heard about Birgirs famous fish soup whilst sailing with Norðlýsið, and as a young boy, Hávarður would collect and sell fresh shellfish to restaurants as an after-school job.
With Enniway, we keep our passion for the sea alive. We invite old and new friends to sail with us and experience our beautiful archipelago by sea. Also we find much joy in cooking and sharing newly caught seafood.
The Faroe Islands through our eyes
The Faroe Islands has an extraordinary oceanic climate on an exceptional location.
The landscape characterised by bold cliffs facing the rough sea is an incredible scenery with wildlife.
Exposed in the middle of the Atlantic, the weather can change very rapidly, and sothe skies formation, giving the most beautiful and dramatic lights. We are sure this will be something you willenjoy during your time here.
You will find Enniway in the cosy and picturesque harbour, Vágsbotn, and all our day tours begin in that very place.