Vök Baths admission ticket: Geothermal floating pools

Float in Iceland’s first geothermal pools drifting on Lake Urriðavatn’s pure waters

Vök Baths admission gives you entry to Iceland's first geothermal floating pools on Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland, about 5 kilometres northwest of Egilsstaðir. You soak in hot water certified as drinkable while looking out across the lake and the landscape beyond. Pre-booked tickets let you skip the line and head straight into the water.

The experience

Vök Baths harnesses geothermal power to create floating pools where the hot water itself is so pure it's certified drinkable. The pools sit on Lake Urriðavatn, giving you views of the water and surrounding area while you're in the bath. East Iceland has relatively few hot springs, which makes this destination stand out in a region where geothermal bathing is less common than in other parts of the country.

Your admission includes all fees and taxes, and the site is fully wheelchair accessible with accessible transportation options nearby. The experience runs roughly 90 minutes, though you can stay longer if you want. A live English-speaking guide is on hand to answer questions about the geothermal system and the landscape.

What’s included

• Entry to the geothermal floating pools.
• all fees and taxes.
• access to views of Lake Urriðavatn and the surrounding landscape.
• live English-speaking guide on site.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day18 departure times: the first at 12:00, the last at 20:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 to 66 years) · Senior (67 and older) · Youth (6 to 15 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 200

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Vök Baths

Is this one for you?A live English guide is present, so you can ask about the geothermal system and the landscape without needing to arrange a separate tour. Pre-booking your ticket skips the line at the door, which matters on busy days when walk-up visitors wait to enter.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 15 years); Infant (under 6): free.

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.

How do I get to Vök Baths from Egilsstaðir?

Vök Baths is located 5 kilometres northwest of Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in East Iceland. Public transportation options are available nearby, and the site is accessible by vehicle.

What makes the water at Vök Baths different from other hot springs in Iceland?

The hot water at Vök Baths is so pure it's certified as drinkable, which is unusual for geothermal pools. The baths use the region's geothermal power to create the floating pools on the lake.

Is Vök Baths accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, Vök Baths is fully wheelchair accessible. All areas and surfaces are accessible, and transportation options to the site are wheelchair accessible as well.

How long should I plan to spend at Vök Baths?

The experience runs approximately 90 minutes, though you're welcome to stay longer and enjoy the pools at your own pace.