Vestmannaeyjar: all 7 tours and excursions for your cruise

Drive from the pier into the Herjólfsdalur valley, and visit a replica of the Viking house. The tour continues along the western part of the island on the way to “Stórhöfði” (Great Cape). Make a stop at the two volcanoes - the 5,000 year old volcano “Helgafell” and  “Eldfell” (“Mt. Fire”), visit the the viewpoint over the old town located on the new lava, and the Eldheimar Museum.Note Please note: There is minimal, mostly...

Enjoy a walking tour through the picturesque harbour area, walk by the Skansinn church, and continue on to hike the newly formed lava fields of Eldfell. Make your way to the Eldheimar Museum, and then back to the town center and pier.Note Please note: This excursion involves extensive activity of 5 to 6km (2.5 to 3 miles) of walking and hiking over uneven and grassy terrain and some paved surfaces; no hiking experience required but each guest responsible for assessing their own level of physical...

We begin our tour from the harbour in Heimaey, and sail past the cliffs surrounding the harbour to start an interesting and informative journey passing bird colonies with millions of inhabitants and exploring caves that can only be visited by boat. Enjoy a sail into Klettshellir (Cliff Cave) where a musical instrument is played onboard and experience the acoustics in the cave.Note Please note: There is a moderate amount of walking to get to the boat, and the ramp and boat surface can be slippery,...

Take a short walk to the Rib Safari Center at the harbour to gear up for your Rib Safari boat tour. Sailing around the islands in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB), you will see the highlights around the islands with various stops. We start by heading to the east of Heimaey to check out the new lava that was formed during the eruption in 1973, then head off to bird paradise Stakkabót. Discover a few sea caves during this trip, and sail into some of them before making your way back to the dock.NotePlease...

This trip is recommended for all the family who will enjoy driving around historical sites of Vestmannaeyjar on a fun riding ATV. During the trip, we will go to Prestvik beach where the fishing ship Pelagus stranded, we will also drive around and view the scene where Guðlaugur Friðþórsson came to land. We will drive around the lava and into the middle of the volcano Eldfell and along the coast, where the view is breathtaking.Note Please note: this tour involves minimal...

This thrilling ATV adventure takes you to some of the most striking historical locations in the Westman Islands. Journey to Prestvik Beach, where the fishing vessel Pelagus ran aground, and witness the spot where Guðlaugur Friðþórsson famously swam 5–6 km through frigid, dark waters following the sinking of Hellisey VE 503. Proceed across rugged lava fields, into the crater of the Eldfell volcano, and along the coastline, which offers breathtaking views.Note Please...

NotePlease note: Activity level and duration of this activity are approximate. More specific information and logistics will be communicated by the Expedition Leader on board. This activity is not suitable for guests with limited mobility, back/neck/hip problems, those who are pregnant or guests who use a wheelchair. Although no walking is required, guests must be able to manoeuvre in and out of the Zodiac. Participants must be a minimum of 6 years of age. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied...