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Reykjavik Whale Watching and Lava Show
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4 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Join a Whale watching sea adventure!
Something fun and different. Get in touch with the diverse sea life and witness the Reykjavík skyline from a whole new angle.
The only live LAVA SHOW in the world!
In order to recreate a miniature volcano eruption, they superheat real lava from the 1918 Katla eruption and once molten, pour it into a showroom full of people. It is an incredible, unforgettable experience. In an instant, the showroom heats up to a toasty temperature. And as the audience sits safe in their seats yet only a few feet away from the flowing lava, it is mesmerizing to see, hear, smell and feel the incredible heat that radiates from it.
It is such an intimate, educational and entertaining experience and so different from everything else you've ever experienced, that you can't help feel in awe. And after the show, you truly see the rest of Iceland with different eyes and a newfound appreciation for nature. It really is a must see experience.
What's Included
- ~50 minutes Lava Show
- Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings
- Experience the only live Lava Show in the world
- Experienced and professional guides
- See, smell, hear and feel the intense heat
- Warm flotation overalls
- Snacks and beverages sold on board
- Backstage Tour: 990 ISK (additional ~10 minutes after the show)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet us at Geirsgata 11, Special Tours ticket office, for your upcoming tour. Please arrive 30 minutes early at the meeting point.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Whale Watching:
We start our trip from a beautiful harbour in the city center and sail out to Kollafjöður, where you can see the island in the bay.
Whale Watching departure at 09:00 & Lava Show at 14:00.
Whale Watching departure at 13:00 & Lava Show at 18:00.
The Whale Watching tour takes approx. 2-3.5 hours.
Whale Watching departure at 14:00 Lava Show at 12:00
The Whale Watching tour takes approx. 2-3.5 hours.
Provided with the faster boat so the time on the spotting area is the same, just sailing to that point and back to harbour is shorter.
Lava Show:
Lava Show - 50 minutes
Are you fascinated with lava, volcanoes, and geology? Would you like to see red-hot lava up close in a safe environment? Are you embarking on a journey through Iceland, the land of ice and fire? If the answer is YES, you need to experience LAVA SHOW Reykjavik. It is the only live lava show in the world and has become one of the must-see experiences in Iceland! Just look at the incredible reviews!
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- NOTE: You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
- Please, check our DAILY DIARY before you come for the tour, all the important daily information of all our tours will be notified on our website.
- If you have a boat tour booked, please check your email before the tour as all important daily information will be notified via email.
- We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!
- Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.
Operated by Reykjavik Sailors
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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