Mývatn Nature Baths & Goðafoss: 6-hour Akureyri shore excursion

Soak in geothermal pools while the volcanic landscape surrounds you

This 6-hour shore excursion from Akureyri port combines two of North Iceland's defining sights: Goðafoss waterfall, known as the waterfall of the gods, and Mývatn Nature Baths, where naturally heated geothermal water fills hot pools overlooking the volcanic terrain of Lake Mývatn. The tour includes approximately 2 hours at the baths, a packed lunch, entrance ticket, and an English-speaking guide. Departure times are coordinated with your ship's docking schedule.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Godafoss45m
2. Mývatn Nature Baths2h · entry included

Explore waterfalls and geothermal baths

• Stop at Goðafoss waterfall
• View volcanic landscape of Lake Mývatn
• Relax at Mývatn Nature Baths

The experience

The tour starts at Goðafoss, a waterfall tied to Iceland's conversion to Christianity in the 9th century, then moves to a viewpoint overlooking the strange, otherworldly landscape of Lake Mývatn and its surroundings. From there, you drive roughly an hour to Mývatn Nature Baths, where the water is naturally heated by geothermal activity beneath the earth. The baths are known locally as the blue lagoon of the north.

You spend about 2 hours at the baths, moving between the various hot pools and steam rooms at your own pace. The water temperature stays constant year-round, and the views across the Mývatn landscape don't change: volcanic formations frame the pools whether you're there in summer or winter. A packed lunch (chicken or vegan sandwich, plus water) is included with your ticket, so you can eat before or after your time in the water.

Transport is in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board. The entire excursion, including roughly 2 hours of driving, fits within the 6-hour window, so you're back at Akureyri port in time to rejoin your ship. Start times are arranged to match your vessel's schedule, so there's no guessing whether you'll make it back.

What’s included

• Entrance ticket to Mývatn Nature Baths.
• packed lunch with chicken or vegan sandwich and water bottle.
• air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi.
• English-speaking guide.
• hotel or port pickup and return timed to your ship's schedule.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 11 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Youth (12 to 15 years) · Child (2 to 11 years)

GroupUp to 60

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by BusTravel Iceland

Is this one for you?The tour runs at a steady pace with roughly 2 hours of driving split across the day, so you're not rushing between stops. The schedule is built around soaking time at the baths and viewing time at the waterfall, not cramming in extra sites.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 15 years); Child (2 to 11 years).

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 24 h before the start.

What is Goðafoss waterfall and why does it matter?

Goðafoss, the waterfall of the gods, marks the moment Icelanders adopted Christianity in the 9th century. It's famed for both its beauty and its historical significance, and the tour includes a stop to view and photograph it.

How long do I actually spend in the geothermal pools?

Mývatn Nature Baths is part of the tour for approximately 2 hours, giving you time to move between the hot pools and steam rooms at your own pace and take in the volcanic views.

Is the water at Mývatn Nature Baths warm year-round?

Yes, the water is naturally heated by geothermal activity, so the temperature stays consistent throughout the year regardless of the season or outside air temperature.

What's included in the packed lunch?

The lunch includes a chicken or vegan sandwich and a water bottle, so you have a meal without needing to arrange food separately during the tour.

Will I have time to get back to my ship?

Yes, the tour is timed to coordinate with your ship's docking schedule in Akureyri, and the 6-hour excursion includes all driving time, so you return to port with time to spare.