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DownloadLake Mývatn & Geothermal Springs
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Lake Mývatn and the surroundings are a must-see while exploring the North! First, we drive along the coast of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland.
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Difficulty
- Very easy
- Season
- All year
- Getting there
- Pickup included
- Book by
- 1 hour before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before
from
25.300 ISK
per adult
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Thu 1 Oct · 09:00
- Fri 2 Oct · 09:00
- Sat 3 Oct · 09:00
- Sun 4 Oct · 09:00
Runs: All year
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Lake Mývatn
Explore the volcanic region of Lake Mývatn: pseudocraters, lava pillars, craters, lava fields and geothermal pools, plus the moss balls (marimo) that live on the lakebed and almost nowhere else. It is the fourth-largest freshwater lake in Iceland and a nature reserve nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the summer home of fifteen migratory duck species and the only breeding ground in Europe for Barrow's goldeneye. On the eastern shore you can hike through the Dimmuborgir lava field to an elf church; Krafla volcano and the Hverir geothermal field, with its fumaroles and mud pools, are a few kilometres east. Part of the Diamond Circle, the 250-kilometre driving loop through Northeast Iceland.
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Prices
| Adult16+ years | 25.300 ISK |
|---|---|
| Teen13 - 15 years | 25.500 ISK |
| Children6 - 12 years | 20.500 ISK |
| Children0 - 5 years | 20.500 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
Lake Mývatn and the surroundings are a must-see while exploring the North!
First, we drive along the coast of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland. We begin by stopping at Goðafoss waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, on our way to Lake Mývatn, the lake was created by a large basaltic lava eruption 2300 years ago, and the surrounding landscape is dominated by volcanic landforms, including lava pillars and rootless vents.
We take a look at Grjótagjá cave and a stop at the hot spring area at Hverarönd in Námaskarð.
On the way back we come to the unique lava formations of Dimmuborgir which are among the most popular tourist attractions in the Lake Mývatn area, we stop also in Skútustaðagígar (pseudocraters area).
Our last stop is in Eyjafjörður where you can see over the fjord to Akureyri and take a great photo.
We are visiting Forest Lagoon until the Earth Lagoon will be reopened again.
What's included
This tour includes comfortable transportation in a minibus, a complimentary pickup service, and English-speaking guide to enhance your experience.
What to bring
Remember to bring your towel and swimsuit. If you forget, don’t worry—you also have the option to rent them on-site.
Good to know
From October to April, we visit Earth Lagoon at Lake Mývatn. Guests who choose not to bathe can relax in the on-site restaurant and enjoy a meal, coffee, or refreshments while the others enjoy the lagoon.
During the summer months (May–September), we stop at Forest Lagoon, located just outside Akureyri. As the lagoon is close to town, guests who do not wish to bathe will be transported back to Akureyri while the rest of the group enjoys their time at the lagoon.
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup is part of this tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Lake Mývatn & Geothermal Springs?
- About 8 hours, not counting pickup.
- How much does Lake Mývatn & Geothermal Springs cost?
- From 25.300 ISK. Adult (16+ years): 25.300 ISK. Teen (13 - 15 years): 25.500 ISK. Children (6 - 12 years): 20.500 ISK. Children (0 - 5 years): 20.500 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Is hotel pickup included?
- Yes. Pickup is part of the tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
- When does it run?
- All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it very easy.
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