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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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
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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

Akureyri, Iceland

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

Akureyri, Iceland

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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
4.5 (76)
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$248
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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
4.9 (49)
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$153
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
5.0 (451)
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$275
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
5.0 (384)
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$192
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
5.0 (74)
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$155
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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
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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Akureyri, Iceland

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
Ice Cave Lofthellir exploration - A permafrost Cave inside a magma tunnel.

A protected cave, Only 1 group per day allowed Lofthellir Lava tube , Ice Cave is a permafrost, Ice-Cave inside a Lava Tunnel, boosting incredible …More

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Reykjahlíð, Iceland

A protected cave, Only 1 group per day allowed Lofthellir Lava tube , Ice Cave is a permafrost, Ice-Cave inside a Lava Tunnel, boosting incredible...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (21)
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$408
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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 (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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
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

Akureyri, Iceland

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
4.8 (85)
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$139
1.5 Hour UTV Buggy Tour in Myvatn

During this tour we travel off the beaten path from Lake Mývatn. Our Side by side UTV buggies are a fantastic way to head into …More

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Reykjahlíð, Iceland

During this tour we travel off the beaten path from Lake Mývatn. Our Side by side UTV buggies are a fantastic way to head into...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (16)
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$233

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