ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Full Day Private Westman Island Tour from Reykjavik
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Westmann Islands · Vestmannaeyjar forecast
9°
Light rain
Today · Wind 8 m/s
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9° 8°
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9° 7°
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8° 6°
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9° 6°
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10° 8°
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9° 6°
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Data: Icelandic Met Office
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DRIVING CONDITIONS
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About this experience
Join a private journey from Reykjavik to the Westman Islands, a cluster of volcanic wonders just off Iceland's south coast.
We drive for about 2 hours to Landeyjahöfn, where we board the ferry bound for the Westman Islands. The 45 minute boat cruise unveils a panorama of the islands' unique cliffs and slopes.
We will spent about 5 hours on Heimaey, the largest and sole inhabited island of the archipelago, born from underwater volcanic eruptions. We will explore the islands' volcanic heritage at the Eldheimar Museum. We will venture to Stórhöfi, Europe's windiest point, which offers unparalleled vistas of the Westman Islands. Here, you might meet curious sheep and, during their summer visit, catch a glimpse of playful puffins fluttering around (usually between the end of May and the end of August).
You will also see the Elephant Rock and the ruins of the original settlers' farmhouse. We then take the ferry back and drive back to Reykjavik, which will take around 3 hours.
What's included
Included
- ✓Private transportation
Itinerary
- Tour stop
The Westman islands are a beautiful archipelago of volcanic islands off the south coast of Reykjavik. We will spend a few hours exploring the main island's most beautiful sights, such as the Elephant Rock, Herjólfsdalur valley, Eldfell mountain and the Eldheimar museum, where you will learn about the powerful eruption that happened on the island in 1973.
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It takes approximately 3 hours to get to the islands and then 3 hours to come back from the islands, so that leaves about 6 hours on the islands.
- We will make stops so you can get food and drinks throughout the day. There is also a café on the ferry to the islands and back.
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.