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Note that the recent volcanic activity in Iceland is not causing any issues with arriving and departing from Iceland.
All regular tours and activities are operating as scheduled with the exception of Blue Lagoon visits and Reykjanes tours. The volcanic activity is limited to an area on the Reykjanes peninsula, with no effects on the capital area or other areas in Iceland.
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Tour Operator: Prime Tours 12 hours Travel method:   Mini Bus / Car Region / Starts from: Capital Region

Prime: Westman Islands (Private tour)

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See the highlights of the magnificent Westman Islands including the charming village Vestmannaeyjabær, Eldfell volcano, beautiful mountains and a puffin nesting area.

Description

The Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands) private tour allows you to experience the beautiful island Vestmannaeyjar just south of the south coast of Iceland in a private vehicle with your own driver-guide. The tour starts with a pickup at your accommodation in the greater metropolitan area of Reykjavik. From there we head east towards the southern coastline where the harbor Landeyjarhöfn awaits our arrival to take us to the beautiful Westman Islands.
 

What to expect:

  • Magnificent nature
  • The charming village Vestmannaeyjarbær
  • Eldfell volcano
  • Eldheimar volcano museum
  • Walking tour through a puffin nesting area

The charming village Vestmannaeyjarbær

This private tour takes you to the lovely island of Vestmannaeyjar where you can experience beautiful nature, great food and tons of amusing activities. With a population of approx. 4.300 people, this friendly fisherman village is full of both history and scenic wonders! 

Eldfell volcano

On January 23rd 1973 a strange sound of thunder fills the air on Vestmannaeyjar. The earth trembles and the sky lights up with a red and orange glow. A 1500 meter long volcanic fissure erupted at the edge of the town only 200 meters from the nearest houses. About half of the town was lost to the flowing lava. The eruption caused the 200 meter high volcano Eldfell to form. The island was evacuated during the event and once the eruption drew to a close the inhabitants of the island eventually returned and had to dig out their homes from under hills of ash.  

Eldheimar volcano museum

An excellent exhibition depicting the story of the eruption on Heimaey in 1973 and how it affected the residents on the island. You also get the story of Surtsey, an island south of Vestmannaeyjar that formed after an underwater eruption making it the youngest land in Europe. 

Walking tour through a puffin nesting area 

Scenic walking tour through the puffin nesting area Stórhöfði in the southern most point of Iceland 
 



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Pick-Up
Moderate
Free cancellation until 2 days before the departure
Cancellation fees:
+2 days - No charge
2 days-1 day - 50% of total reservation value
<1 day - 100% of total reservation value
Tags
Geothermal and Geological Nature & Scenery Private & Exclusive Volcano Waterfalls
Attractions
South Coast
What is included

Included


  • Private driver-guide and a private vehicle
  • Pickup at your accommodation in the Reykjavik metropolitan area
  • Admission to Eldheimar museum
  • Admission to Saeheimar exhibit
  • Ferry ride between the mainland and the Westman Islands 

Important information

We recommend travelers check the weather forecast for the Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar) and dress accordingly. 


Attention

This is a private tour in a private vehicle. Your driver will attend to your needs if you need any assistance. This is a family friendly tour and vehicles can be supplied with child seats included with no extra charge. We offer wheelchair accessible vehicles for travelers with limited mobility. 


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