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Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town

Experience the thrill of ziplining through stunning scenery experienced by few, even the locals. The river canyon, Glerárgil, is a hidden gem of nature splitting …More

Experience the thrill of ziplining through stunning scenery experienced by few, even the locals. The river canyon, Glerárgil, is a hidden gem of nature splitting...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (163)
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$95
Traditional Whale Watching from Husavik by Local Family Company

Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay Discover …More

Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay Discover...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (285)
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$82
Húsavík: Whale Watching Tour with Heated Indoor Seating

Welcome to our small, family-run whale watching company in Húsavík, Iceland’s whale watching capital. Our family has been sailing Skjálfandi Bay since 1994, and today …More

Welcome to our small, family-run whale watching company in Húsavík, Iceland’s whale watching capital. Our family has been sailing Skjálfandi Bay since 1994, and today...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (166)
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$78
Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi Port stopping at the …More

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Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi Port stopping at the...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (504)
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$195
Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Husavik

Join Iceland's original RIB whale watching tour on modern speedboats Cover a wide area of Skjálfandi Bay aboard a fast, modern RIB speedboat to maximise …More

Join Iceland's original RIB whale watching tour on modern speedboats Cover a wide area of Skjálfandi Bay aboard a fast, modern RIB speedboat to maximise...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (365)
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$181
Myvatn Nature Baths & Goðafoss Waterfall Akureyri Shore Excursion

Our Myvatn Nature Baths & Goðafoss Waterfall Akureyri Shore Excursion takes you to some of the highlights of north Iceland and gives you the chance …More

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Our Myvatn Nature Baths & Goðafoss Waterfall Akureyri Shore Excursion takes you to some of the highlights of north Iceland and gives you the chance...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$248
Iceland's #1 Grade 4 Rafting – Glacial Canyon & Drysuits

The East Glacial River (Austari Jökulsá) is Iceland's signature Grade 4+ rafting trip – 18 km of big, powerful rapids born under the Hofsjökull glacier, …More

The East Glacial River (Austari Jökulsá) is Iceland's signature Grade 4+ rafting trip – 18 km of big, powerful rapids born under the Hofsjökull glacier,...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$275
Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss Shared Shore Excursions

Hop on a small group tour with a personal service that takes you along the route of Goðafoss waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir Lavafield, Námafjall geothermal, …More

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Hop on a small group tour with a personal service that takes you along the route of Goðafoss waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir Lavafield, Námafjall geothermal,...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (61)
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$191
Top-Rated Family Rafting – Drysuits & Geothermal Hot Cocoa

Early into the canyon we pull over and hand everyone hot cocoa brewed from a natural geothermal spring right on the riverbank. In a glacial …More

Early into the canyon we pull over and hand everyone hot cocoa brewed from a natural geothermal spring right on the riverbank. In a glacial...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$192
Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Experience the Original Húsavík Whale Watching tour that has built a reputation for the town of Húsavík as the capital of whale watching in Iceland. …More

Experience the Original Húsavík Whale Watching tour that has built a reputation for the town of Húsavík as the capital of whale watching in Iceland....

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (378)
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$89
Deacon Horse Riding Tour

To be free in the mountains on horseback is nothing short of breathtaking. Join us for the 1 1/2 hour adventure on horseback to the …More

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To be free in the mountains on horseback is nothing short of breathtaking. Join us for the 1 1/2 hour adventure on horseback to the...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$153
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi stopping at Godafoss waterfall …More

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi stopping at Godafoss waterfall...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (86)
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$195
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk …More

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$155
Whale and Puffin Watching around Skjálfandi Bay from Husavik

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on …More

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$139
Godafoss Waterfall & Fjord Views Small-Group Tour from Akureyri

Embark on a hassle-free exploration of Iceland's wonders. From the majestic Goðafoss Waterfall to stunning fjord views, our expert-guided tour ensures an immersive journey through …More

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Embark on a hassle-free exploration of Iceland's wonders. From the majestic Goðafoss Waterfall to stunning fjord views, our expert-guided tour ensures an immersive journey through...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (23)
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$117
Full day Lake Myvatn Classic tour

Our guides are fully qualified and have extensive knowledge of the Lake Myvatn area. Not only will you learn about the history, landscape and present …More

Our guides are fully qualified and have extensive knowledge of the Lake Myvatn area. Not only will you learn about the history, landscape and present...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (66)
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$209
Akureyri North Iceland Waterfalls and Nature Baths Small Group Tour

Visit Goðafoss waterfall, Dettifoss waterfall, and Selfoss waterfall on this guided, 10-hour small-group tour from Akureyri. You will also stop at the hot springs in …More

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Visit Goðafoss waterfall, Dettifoss waterfall, and Selfoss waterfall on this guided, 10-hour small-group tour from Akureyri. You will also stop at the hot springs in...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (39)
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$334
Whale Watching on board a Traditional Oak Boat from Árskógssandur

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful …More

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (78)
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$74
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri (private)

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk …More

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,469
Original Carbon Neutral Whale Watching Tour from Húsavík

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance …More

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (70)
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$135

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