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Shore excursion: Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Tour From Akureyri Port

★ 4.6 · 17 reviews Experience by Imagine Iceland Travel
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Languagesen · Guide
From Reykjavík4.5–6 hr
DAYLIGHT TODAY13h 14m
Sunrise06:28
Sunset19:43
Useful light06:58–19:13
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DRIVING CONDITIONS

Road conditions in North Iceland

Official road status from Vegagerðin, grouped around the area of this experience.

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Regional statusCaution
Current cautions1
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About this experience

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi Port stopping at the stunning Godafoss waterfall and then onto the famous Lake Myvatn area. in Lake Myvatn area we visit the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and the Námafjall area where you can view the bubbling Hverir Mud pools and Natural steam vents or fumaroles. We also stop at Myvatn Nature Baths where you can enjoy the baths and cafe (Please note the entrance fee to the Nature Baths is NOT included). Passengers can also opt to skip the Nature bath and visit Grjotagja cave and rift instead. This great value tour includes a small group tour with an experienced local tour guide and transport. We offer free pick up and drop off to Akureyri Port.

What's included

Not included

  • Earth Lagoon entrance fee (if bathing option is chosen)

Itinerary

  1. Tour stop

    We visit the stunning Godafoss waterfall, the 'Waterfall of the Gods' on our way from Akureyri to Lake Myvatn

  2. Tour stop

    We visit the main sites in Lake Myvatn including Námaskarð where you can see the bubbling Hverir mud pools and natural steam vents (fumaroles), the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and the Myvatn Nature Baths (please note the entrance fee to the Nature Baths is not included). For those who do not want to use the Nature Baths we can take you to Grotcaja cave and rift while others use the Nature Baths.

  3. Tour stop

    We stop at the Nature Baths to enjoy the baths and cafe. (Please note the entrance fee to the Nature Baths is NOT included and MUST be reserved beforehand. We recommend booking the tickets 3 hours after the tour start

  4. Tour stop

    We stop at the Námaskarð area where you can view the bubbling Hverir Mud pools and pots and the Natural steam vents (fumaroles)

  5. Tour stop

    We visit the beautiful lava formations in an area also known as the 'Dark Castle'

  6. Tour stop

    We visit this old bathing cave and part of the rift between the Eurasian & American Continents

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.

This activity may be cancelled if the minimum number of travellers is not met.