Westman Islands: Electric Volcano Scooter Tour with Guide

Summary

Explore westman islands volcanoes by electric scooter with stories

You’ll ride an electric scooter across Westman Islands’ volcanic landscapes with a local guide sharing real stories from eruption nights and island life. Expect wild sheep, puffins on windy cliffs, and time to take in those raw views at your own pace. Safety gear is included so you can just focus on the ride—and maybe try pronouncing Eyjafjallajökull yourself.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel a little nervous about the scooter — I mean, it’s got this chunky seat and looks like something out of a sci-fi movie. But our guide, Jónas, just grinned and handed me a helmet. “You’ll get used to it fast,” he said. And honestly, after wobbling a bit in the parking lot (I might’ve laughed too loud), it felt kind of freeing to zip off into the wind with the sea air stinging my cheeks.

The Westman Islands are wild — green hills, black lava fields, and these sudden bursts of purple flowers everywhere. We stopped near the volcano’s edge where Jónas told us about the night everything changed here. He pointed out where the lava had swallowed old houses. The ground still smells faintly smoky if you lean down close enough — or maybe that was just in my head. Sheep wandered by like we weren’t even there. At one point I tried to say “Eyjafjallajökull” and Jónas nearly choked laughing.

We saw puffins darting around the cliffs (they’re smaller than I thought), and some Icelandic horses grazing off in the distance. The electric scooters were quiet enough that you could actually hear birds calling over the wind. There’s something about riding through all that space, with nothing but your own thoughts and a few stories echoing in your ears. I still think about that view back toward town — all those red roofs against black rock — when we paused for a minute before heading back. It’s not something you really forget.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Westman Island by scooter

• Scooter safety briefing
• Scooter riding tour

Top questions

Is safety gear provided on the Westman Islands scooter tour?

Yes, you get a helmet, safety vest, knee and elbow covers before starting.

Do I need experience riding electric scooters for this tour?

No prior experience needed; there’s a lesson before you start riding.

How long does it take to reach the volcano area by scooter?

The tour heads directly from town to the volcano area as part of the route; timing depends on group pace.

Are animals like puffins or sheep seen during this tour?

Yes, it’s common to see wild birds including puffins, plus sheep and sometimes Icelandic horses along the way.

Is this Westman Islands volcano tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels except those with poor cardiovascular health.

Does this day trip include a local guide?

Yes, a local guide leads the group and shares stories throughout the tour.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a Kaabo Wolf Warrior 11 electric scooter with seat, helmet, safety vest, knee and elbow covers, plus guidance from a local expert who’ll show you volcanic sites and wildlife along Westman Island’s unique landscapes.