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Stóra Dímun – The Hidden Island
Gamlarætt ferryport, 175 Gamlarætt
Stóra Dímun – The Hidden Island
Amidst the endless blue of the North Atlantic lies Stóra Dímun — a remote and almost mythical island, located 4.5 nautical miles northeast of Suðuroy. Here, Eva and Jógvan Jón live in harmony with nature, tending sheep and cultivating the land just as generations before them have done.
This exclusive day trip offers a rare invitation into a world few ever glimpse. Welcomed by Eva and Jógvan Jón themselves, you will be guided around their secluded farm, listening to personal stories of life shaped by isolation, tradition, and the raw beauty of the elements. After the tour, you are invited to share coffee and homemade cake, either within the warmth of their home or, on still summer days, beneath the open sky with sweeping views over the ocean.
To reach Stóra Dímun is to embrace a spirit of adventure. Arrival demands agility and courage, as you step directly from the boat onto the bare rocks of the island’s rugged shoreline. From there, a narrow path winds its way along the cliffside, ascending over 100 meters to the farmstead — a journey suited only for those with sure footing and a heart for heights.
Beyond the farm, Stóra Dímun offers a sanctuary of untouched beauty. In summer, the island teems with life as migratory birds such as puffins, guillemots, and oystercatchers arrive to nest, their cries filling the crisp sea air. Sheep graze undisturbed across the high, sweeping plateaus, their silhouettes set against the endless Atlantic horizon.
Your journey begins at the ferry terminal in Gamlarætt, a short drive southwest of Tórshavn, where you board a custom-built RIB boat piloted by an experienced local captain. The crossing takes approximately one hour, skimming over the open ocean to one of the most remote corners of the Faroes. After six unforgettable hours on the island, the captain returns to bring you safely back to the mainland.
To fully savour this extraordinary experience, we recommend dressing warmly in windproof clothing, wearing sturdy hiking shoes, and bringing a packed lunch, drinking water, and a small backpack.
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.
Check availability by selecting a date.The tour is not suitable for children under 7 years old, pregnant women or people with back problems.
Time: 8 hours
Difficulty: Challinging
What is included
What’s included in your experience:
Step aboard for a scenic return boat trip across the North Atlantic, followed by an intimate, guided tour of the secluded island of Stóra Dímun – a place few ever get to visit. After exploring the island’s breathtaking landscape and rich stories, unwind with a warm cup of coffee and a slice of homemade cake – or another sweet treat – enjoyed in true island style.
Step aboard for a scenic return boat trip across the North Atlantic, followed by an intimate, guided tour of the secluded island of Stóra Dímun – a place few ever get to visit. After exploring the island’s breathtaking landscape and rich stories, unwind with a warm cup of coffee and a slice of homemade cake – or another sweet treat – enjoyed in true island style.
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.
To fully savour this extraordinary experience, we recommend dressing warmly in windproof clothing, wearing sturdy hiking shoes, and bringing a packed lunch, drinking water, and a small backpack.
A journey suited only for those with sure footing and a heart for heights.
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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 .