Full Day Private Westman Island Tour from Reykjavik
Overview
Join a private journey from Reykjavik to the Westman Islands, a cluster of volcanic wonders just off Iceland's south coast.
We drive for about 2 hours to Landeyjahöfn, where we board the ferry bound for the Westman Islands. The 45 minute boat cruise unveils a panorama of the islands' unique cliffs and slopes.
We will spent about 5 hours on Heimaey, the largest and sole inhabited island of the archipelago, born from underwater volcanic eruptions. We will explore the islands' volcanic heritage at the Eldheimar Museum. We will venture to Stórhöfi, Europe's windiest point, which offers unparalleled vistas of the Westman Islands. Here, you might meet curious sheep and, during their summer visit, catch a glimpse of playful puffins fluttering around (usually between the end of May and the end of August).
You will also see the Elephant Rock and the ruins of the original settlers' farmhouse. We then take the ferry back and drive back to Reykjavik, which will take around 3 hours.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Round trip ferry transport
- Entrance fee to Eldheimar Museum
- Meals. We guarantee restaurant stops where you can get some food
Meeting and Pickup
We pick up from the lobby of your hotel. Your guide will be waiting for you with a sign with your name. Please be ready 5-10 minutes before the agreed pick-up time.If you need a pick up from areas outside the Reykjavik capital area, let us know and we will do our best to arrange that.
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- It takes approximately 3 hours to get to the islands and then 3 hours to come back from the islands, so that leaves about 6 hours on the islands.
- We will make stops so you can get food and drinks throughout the day. There is also a café on the ferry to the islands and back.
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Private transportation.
- Round trip ferry transport.
- Entrance fee to Eldheimar Museum.
- Meals. We guarantee restaurant stops where you can get some food.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full Day Private Westman Island Tour from Reykjavik is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Day Private Westman Island Tour from Reykjavik will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Round trip ferry transport
- Entrance fee to Eldheimar Museum
- Meals. We guarantee restaurant stops where you can get some food
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- It takes approximately 3 hours to get to the islands and then 3 hours to come back from the islands, so that leaves about 6 hours on the islands.
- We will make stops so you can get food and drinks throughout the day. There is also a café on the ferry to the islands and back.
