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Geothermal baths

Forest Lagoon is just outside Akureyri, while Mývatn Earth Lagoon and GeoSea are day-trip stops farther east. An admission ticket, a transfer and a guided combination tour are different products, so compare transport and towel inclusion.

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From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

⏱ 6 hours · 4.6 (871)

Explore the North Iceland region of Mývatn, with its vast lava fields, volcanic craters, geothermal hot-springs, and mud-pools. Enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off on this day-trip…

from €170 per person

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Akureyri: Admission to Forest Lagoon with Towel and Drink

Akureyri: Admission to Forest Lagoon with Towel and Drink

· 4.7 (720)

Get an entry ticket to Forest Lagoon, a geothermal spa set in a forest overlooking Eyjafjörður. Relax in warm pools, enjoy a dry sauna with views, cold plunge, and dine at the c…

from €70 per person

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Akureyri Port: Myvatn Earth Lagoon & Godafoss Waterfall Tour

Akureyri Port: Myvatn Earth Lagoon & Godafoss Waterfall Tour

⏱ 6 hours · 4.5 (241)

Join a shore excursion from Akureyri to Godafoss waterfall, the otherworldly Lake Mývatn, and Mývatn Nature Baths, with lunch included. Treat yourself to the mineral-rich therma…

from €224 per person

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From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour

From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour

⏱ 4 hours · 4.4 (113)

If you are looking for a scenic and memorable excursion in Iceland including geothermal bathing, this tour from the town of Akureyri to the majestic Godafoss Waterfall is a perf…

from €135 per person

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From Akureyri Port: Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour

From Akureyri Port: Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Tour

⏱ 5 hours · 4.8 (103)

Goðafoss Waterfall & a visit to Forest Lagoon geothermal baths is the perfect introductory tour to North Iceland. We explore the area’s history, natural wonders, and geothermal…

from €200 per person

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From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall, Myvatn & Baths Tour

From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall, Myvatn & Baths Tour

⏱ 7 hours · 4.9 (92)

Lake Mývatn is a must when exploring the north of Iceland! It is a geothermally active area where huge volcanic eruptions over 2000 years ago created beautiful landscapes and un…

from €185 per person

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Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths
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Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths

⏱ 7h 30m · 4.9 (58)

Embark on a small group, nature-packed day excursion to Goðafoss Waterfall and Lake Mývatn. Enjoy relaxation at its finest in the geothermal water of the nearby nature baths.

from €151 per person

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Akureyri: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall Winter Tour

Akureyri: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall Winter Tour

⏱ 6 hours · 4.7 (57)

Enjoy this Lake Mývatn tour that takes you on a full-day journey through an area of extreme contrasts. Enjoy commentary from your expert guide about the area’s geothermal activi…

from €160 per person

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Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Akureyri Small Group Tour

Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon Akureyri Small Group Tour

⏱ 5 hours · 4.6 (40)

Icelandic nature, history & bathing culture combined in this shore excursion from Akureyri port. Visit Goðafoss Waterfall, fjord vistas & a revitalising geothermal bathing exper…

from €159 per person

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Akureyri: Goðafoss, Christmas House, and Forest Lagoon Tour

Akureyri: Goðafoss, Christmas House, and Forest Lagoon Tour

⏱ 4 hours · 5.0 (39)

Explore the natural beauty of Iceland on a guided tour from Akureyri. Visit the Goðafoss waterfall, the Christmas House, and the Forest Lagoon.

from €156 per person

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Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour

Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour

⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (24)

Visit spectacular Goðafoss waterfall and unwind in the warm geothermal waters of Forest Lagoon on a shore excursion from Akureyri Port. Return at least 1 hour before your ship d…

from €173 per person

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Akureyri: Lake Mývatn, Volcanoes & Goðafoss Tour in German

Akureyri: Lake Mývatn, Volcanoes & Goðafoss Tour in German

⏱ 6 hours · 4.7 (12)

Discover the wonderful landscapes of North Iceland with this guided tour in German from Akureyri Port. Visit Lake Mývatn, explore volcanic landscapes, steaming geothermal fields…

from €170 per person

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Port Akureyri: Godafoss Waterfall, Myvatn and Dettifoss

Port Akureyri: Godafoss Waterfall, Myvatn and Dettifoss

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (9)

Explore Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn's pseudo craters, Dimmuborgir lava formations, Hverir's geothermal area, Dettifoss waterfall, and Grjótagjá cave, ending with a view across…

from €245 per person

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Akureyri: Tandem Kayaking with Geothermal Waterfall Visit

Akureyri: Tandem Kayaking with Geothermal Waterfall Visit

⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (3)

Explore Akureyri from the water on a tandem kayaking adventure. Paddle beneath a geothermal waterfall, hike to a geothermal river, and maybe jump into a hot spring for a refresh…

from €179 per person

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Akureyri: 4-Day Northern Lights, Whales, & Lagoon Tour

Akureyri: 4-Day Northern Lights, Whales, & Lagoon Tour

⏱ 3 days · 5.0 (2)

Experience the best of Akureyri with a 4-day tour. Hunt for the Northern Lights, relax in the Forest Lagoon, go whale watching, and taste local delicacies.

from €307 per person

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Akureyri: Northern Lights Hunt with Forest Lagoon Entry

Akureyri: Northern Lights Hunt with Forest Lagoon Entry

⏱ 5 hours · 5.0 (2)

Embark on an evening adventure to hunt for the Northern Lights. Relax in the Forest Lagoon geothermal baths. Start the tour from Downtown Akureyri and enjoy convenient hotel dro…

from €200 per person

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Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri

Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)

Discover the incredible Diamond Circle with an experienced local tour guide\nVisit top attractions, such as the amazing Dettifoss waterfall in Vatnajokull National Park and GeoS…

from €270 per person

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From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn & Dettifoss Private Tour

From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn & Dettifoss Private Tour

⏱ 8 hours · 4.0 (1)

Discover Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss, and powerful Dettifoss on a private North Iceland journey. Explore volcanic landscapes, geothermal fields, and dramatic scenery with a local guide.

from €1,999 per group up to 4

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Private 4-Day Tour of North Iceland from Akureyri

Private 4-Day Tour of North Iceland from Akureyri

⏱ 4 days 0

A tour of the famous Diamond Circle that combines stunning waterfalls, volcanic lakes, geothermal areas, canyons, and the chance to go whale watching in Húsavík.

from €2,000 per group up to 1

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Private Floating Sauna & Sea Dip in the centre of Akureyri

Private Floating Sauna & Sea Dip in the centre of Akureyri

⏱ 1 hour 0

Relax in a private floating sauna in Akureyri and enjoy harbor views. Experience the contrast between the hot sauna and cold Arctic water with an optional dip in the sea.

from €81 per group up to 2

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From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn Small Group with Photo Guidance

From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn Small Group with Photo Guidance

⏱ 8 hours 0

• Goðafoss - beautiful waterfalls of the Gods\n• Mývatn area - unique volcanic landscape\n• Dimmuborgir - lava formations\n• Hverir - geothermal, Mars-like terrain\n• Nature Bat…

from €185 per person

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Akureyri: 4-Day Knitting Tour with the locals

Akureyri: 4-Day Knitting Tour with the locals

⏱ 4 days 0

Immerse yourself in Icelandic culture on a 4-day knitting tour from Akureyri. Enjoy the culture, visit the Godafoss waterfall, go whale watching, and relax in the thermal Forest…

from €1,030 per person

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Akureyri: Lake Mývatn, GeoSea, & Whale Watching Tour

Akureyri: Lake Mývatn, GeoSea, & Whale Watching Tour

⏱ 9 hours 0

Explore Iceland’s wonders on a tour from Akureyri. Visit Lake Mývatn, see the geothermal Hverir, go whale watching in Húsavík, relax at GeoSea Baths, and see the Goðafoss waterf…

from €1,928 per person

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Good to know: The catalogue is ordered by verified review count, not by a claim that one tour is best for everyone. Compare the exact departure point, pickup, stops and time at each sight before paying. Weather and winter roads can alter timing; the current booking page, not this summary, controls what is included.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Lake Mývatn from Akureyri?

Reykjahlíð is about 84 km away, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes without stops in summer. Most guided trips are full-day tours because they add Goðafoss and several lake sights.

Can I see whales from Akureyri?

Yes. Boats leave from the pier below the centre. Some catalogue offers depart from Hauganes, Árskógssandur or Húsavík instead, so check the meeting point before booking.

Are the Northern Lights guaranteed?

No. Tours need darkness and clear sky, and no operator controls either. Summer’s bright nights are not aurora season; routes may change with the cloud forecast.

Is Goðafoss in Akureyri?

No. The waterfall is about 35 km east of town, around 35 minutes by road in summer. Express tours and longer Mývatn combinations offer very different time on site.

Does Akureyri have a beach?

Akureyri has a harbour on Eyjafjörður and geothermal pools, but no ocean bathing beach. Forest Lagoon is just outside town; the volcanic and waterfall landscapes are day trips.

Can I do the whole Diamond Circle in one day?

Guided tours do, but it is a long day linking several distant stops. Read the itinerary: some products use the Diamond Circle name for a shorter selection.

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