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Exclusive Cruises: Lake Mývatn from Akureyri
This bus tour offers travelers the chance to explore the natural wonders of northern Iceland, starting with a drive east from Akureyri, crossing Eyjafjörður fjord, and enjoying views of the town, ocean, and surrounding mountains.
The first stop is the picturesque Goðafoss Waterfall, which holds historical significance related to the introduction of Christianity in Iceland. The journey continues through areas showcasing extreme contrasts, including bird life, flora, lava fields, and geothermal activity.
At Lake Mývatn, the tour visits the Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters, Dimmuborgir Lava Fields, and the Grjótagjá Rift, where the separation between the Eurasian and American tectonic plates is visible. The final stop is at Námafjall and the Hverir geothermal area, featuring steaming fumaroles, boiling mud pools, and sulfur pits.
A light lunch and entry to the Mývatn Nature and Heritage Museum are included. The tour concludes with a return to Akureyri port, ensuring timely arrival for the cruise departure. Expert guides provide insights into the region's geological history and wildlife throughout the tour.
RESERVA LA EXCURSIÓN AL LAGO MÝVATN DESDE EL PUERTO DE AKUREYRI:
EXCURSION DETAILS TO LAKE MÝVATN FROM THE CRUISE PORT IN AKUREYRI, ICELAND
- Difficulty level: Easy (1 de 5 posibles).
Activity duration: 6 hours including transfers.
Minimum age: 3 years.
Departure: From the cruise port of Akureyri.
Places visited: Goðafoss waterfall, the pseudocraters of Skútustaðagígar, Dimmuborgir lava fields, tectonic plate fissure, Námafjall mountain and geothermal area, locations where scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed in Mývatn.
What do you need to bring? It is important to bring a good waterproof jacket, warm clothing (such as waterproof pants like Gore-tex), good waterproof trekking shoes, gloves, a light hat, sunglasses, and a water bottle.
ITINERARY FOR THE EXCURSION TO LAKE MÝVATN FROM THE PORT OF AKUREYRI
After pickup at the Akureyri cruise port, we head towards the Lake Mývatn area. On the way, the first stop will leave you in awe: the impressive Goðafoss waterfall, the Waterfall of the Gods. Its name comes from its significant role in Iceland's history related to the introduction of Christianity, which you will learn about during the excursion thanks to the explanations of the English-speaking guide.
At Lake Mývatn, we will stop at the picturesque Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters, formed by the mixture of hot lava and the cold lake water. We will continue to the eerie lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the underground river of Grótagjá, where the separation of the European and American plates is located. The final stop at Lake Mývatn is the Hverir geothermal area, with boiling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and sulfur pits. The tour concludes with the return to the Akureyri port, in time for the cruise departure.
Important Note: The tour is designed for cruise ship passengers and aligns with their schedules. Code: STC023, ID1011
