Blue Lagoon Reykjavik: Geothermal Spa & Lava Field Transfer

Milky-white water steaming in a raw lava field, 45 minutes from Reykjavik

You get private pickup from your Reykjavik hotel, a 45-minute drive through lava fields to Iceland's most famous geothermal spa, and return transport afterward. Entry tickets are booked separately through the Blue Lagoon website. The water stays between 37–40°C year-round, and the lagoon includes an in-water cave, waterfall, and bar. CO2 offsetting is built into every tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit and relax at Blue Lagoon

• Travel from Reykjavik to Blue Lagoon
• Enter Blue Lagoon (pre-booked entry required)
• Enjoy warm geothermal spa waters
• Explore in-water cave and warm waterfall
• Visit in-water bar for drinks
• Relax in silica-rich healing water
• Return to Reykjavik

The experience

The scene arrives before you do: a vast, dark volcanic landscape opening up around the minibus, and then the lagoon itself. That impossible milky-blue water rising from the black rock like something from another planet. You're heading to the Blue Lagoon, one of Iceland's most visited attractions, and the drive from Reykjavik takes about 45 minutes through terrain that looks like it hasn't changed in centuries. The water you'll soak in comes from 2,000 meters below the earth, heated by geothermal power and then channeled into the lagoon where it sits at a steady 37–40°C. It's man-made, technically (the water gets recycled every 40 hours through the system), but standing at the edge of it, that fact feels almost beside the point.

Your transport is private, which means no crowded shuttle vans or fixed departure times that don't match your mood. The driver picks you up from your Reykjavik hotel and handles the route while you sit back and watch the landscape shift from city to lava field. The milky color comes from silica in the water, mixed with minerals that have made the lagoon famous for helping people with skin conditions like psoriasis. In winter, if you're lucky and the sky clears, you might catch the Northern Lights reflected in that pale blue surface: the kind of moment people actually do bring back as a story. In summer, algae adds a faint green tint to the water, which sounds odd but somehow works. The lagoon holds 9 million liters of water, and there's an in-water cave, a warm waterfall, and a bar where you can order drinks without getting out.

One thing to know upfront: entry tickets are not included in this tour price. You'll need to book and pay for your Blue Lagoon pass separately through their website before you arrive. The operator handles the transport, not the gate. That separation is actually useful because it lets you choose which package suits you (Basic, Comfort, or Luxury) without the tour operator deciding for you. The lava field around the lagoon is 800 years old, and National Geographic listed the Blue Lagoon as one of the world's 25 wonders back in 2012. The whole experience feels both engineered and utterly raw at once.

What’s included

• Your tour includes private transportation from your Reykjavik hotel to the Blue Lagoon and return transport afterward.
• The drive takes about 45 minutes each way through the lava field.
• Specialized infant seats are available if traveling with young children.
• Entry to the Blue Lagoon, meals, and drinks at the in-water bar are booked and paid separately.
• CO2 offsetting is included as standard.

Options for this experience

2 options

Up to 3 per booking · Guide in English14 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 20:00

Up to 7 per booking · Guide in English14 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 20:00

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day14 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 20:00

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Oak Travel Service

Is this one for you?Book this if you want direct transport to the Blue Lagoon without arranging your own car or joining a crowded shuttle. The private pickup means you leave on your schedule and skip the group-tour timing.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

Is entry to the Blue Lagoon included in the tour price?

No. Transport is included, but you must buy and pre-book your Blue Lagoon entry ticket separately through their official website.

How long is the drive from Reykjavik to the Blue Lagoon?

About 45 minutes by private transport from your hotel.

What is the water temperature?

The lagoon is kept at 37–40°C (98–104°F) year-round.

Can I see the Northern Lights at the Blue Lagoon?

In winter, if conditions are clear, the Northern Lights may be visible reflected in the water. There's no guarantee, but it's possible.

Is the Blue Lagoon water natural?

No, it's man-made. Geothermal water used for power generation is channeled into the lagoon. The water comes from 2,000 meters below the earth and is recycled every 40 hours.

Why is the water blue?

Silica in the water creates the milky-blue color. The water is a mix of freshwater and seawater, rich in minerals. In summer, algae can add a slight green tint.

Can children go to the Blue Lagoon?

Children are welcome, but the Blue Lagoon does not recommend bringing children under 2 years old.

What's included in the tour?

Private transportation from your Reykjavik hotel to the Blue Lagoon and back. Entry tickets, food, and drinks are separate.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Does the tour include CO2 offsetting?

Yes. Oak Travel Service plants 2 trees to offset the carbon footprint of this tour at no extra cost.