About this experience
Whale Watching departure at 09:00 & Lava Show at 14:00
Whale Watching departure at 13:00 & Lava Show at 18:00
Join a Whale watching sea adventure!
Something fun and different. Get in touch with the diverse sea life and witness the Reykjavík skyline from a whole new angle.
The only live LAVA SHOW in the world!
In order to recreate a miniature volcano eruption, they superheat real lava from the 1918 Katla eruption and once molten, pour it into a showroom full of people. It is an incredible, unforgettable experience. In an instant, the showroom heats up to a toasty temperature. And as the audience sits safe in their seats yet only a few feet away from the flowing lava, it is mesmerizing to see, hear, smell and feel the incredible heat that radiates from it.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!
What is included
- ~50 minutes Lava Show
- Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings
- Experience the only live Lava Show in the world
- Experienced and professional guides
- See, smell, hear and feel the intense heat
- Warm flotation overalls
Not included
- Snacks and beverages sold on board
- Backstage Tour: 990 ISK (additional ~10 minutes after the show)
Itinerary and highlights
Whale Watching:
We start our trip from a beautiful harbour in the city center and sail out to Kollafjöður, where you can see the island in the bay.
Whale Watching departure at 09:00 & Lava Show at 14:00.
Whale Watching departure at 13:00 & Lava Show at 18:00.
Provided with the faster boat so the time on the spotting area is the same, just sailing to that point and back to harbour is shorter.
Lava Show:
Lava Show - 50 minutes
Are you fascinated with lava, volcanoes, and geology? Would you like to see red-hot lava up close in a safe environment? Are you embarking on a journey through Iceland, the land of ice and fire? If the answer is YES, you need to experience LAVA SHOW Reykjavik. It is the only live lava show in the world and has become one of the must-see experiences in Iceland! Just look at the incredible reviews!
Please note that in case of cancellation of the whale watching tour, the price of the entire ticket will not be refunded, only the whale watching part. This is a combo booking; however, please note that if the whale-watching tour is canceled, the Lava Show ticket will remain valid only on the originally booked date and is non-refundable.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet us at Geirsgata 11, Special Tours ticket office, for your upcoming tour. Please arrive 30 minutes early at the meeting point.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Reykjavik Sailors
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- NOTE: You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
- Please, check our DAILY DIARY before you come for the tour, all the important daily information of all our tours will be notified on our website.
- If you have a boat tour booked, please check your email before the tour as all important daily information will be notified via email.
- We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!
- Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.
- Whale Watching departure at 09:00 & Lava Show at 14:00
- Whale Watching departure at 13:00 & Lava Show at 18:00
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.
What is the cancellation policy?
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