Top Akureyri 4WD Tours

Of all the natural jewels in northern Iceland, see the ones that most interest you on a customizable private day trip from Akureyri for up to eight people. Travel by 4x4 vehicle to waterfalls, craters, lakes and more, such as Dettifoss, Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss or the Mývatn Nature Baths. With a guide, create an itinerary that suits you and your group.

Spotting the Northern Lights is notoriously difficult. Rather than simply counting on getting lucky, you can hugely improve your chances by joining this tour that takes you into the countryside, far from light pollution, in the company of an experienced aurora-hunter guide.

Avoid the crowds of the typical group tours and go off the beaten track in a Super Jeep. This private tour takes you to such stunning natural landmarks as Goðafoss waterfall, Lake Mývatn, and the Tjörnes Peninsula.

Iceland is renowned for its natural wonders but few travelers get chance to explore the wild landscapes of the north. Venture off-road into the remote Kerlingarfjöll Highlands on this full-day tour from Akureyri and admire the striking rhyolite mountains, explore the Hveravellir geothermal area, and take a dip in a natural hot spring. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Most tourists in Iceland travel the well-trodden Ring Road. The lesser-trafficked Diamond Circle offers the chance to avoid those crowds and discover the under-visited northern region. As you travel to landmarks such as Dettifoss waterfall in Vatnajokull National Park, Godafoss waterfall and the Lake Myvatn area, you'll learn all about Icelandic culture and history from your guide.

Iceland’s north coast is one of the best places in Europe to see whales in their natural environment. This 2-hour whale watching cruise from Akureyri is limited to 12 passengers for a personalized experience, and offers the chance to spot humpback whales, mink whales, white-beaked dolphins, and more.

Explore the natural wonders of Northern Iceland on this full-day tour from Akureyri. Enjoy spectacular views of Godafoss waterfall, then visit Lake Myvatn and enjoy free time to soak in the Myvatn Nature Baths (entrance fees not included). Along the way, marvel at natural wonders including the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and Hverir mud pools, visit Grotcaja cave, and see filming sites from hit TV show Game of Thrones.

Realize your dreams of watching humpback whales in their natural environment on a 3-hour Original Whale Watching tour from Húsavik, capital of whale watching in Iceland. After selecting a departure time to suit your schedule, climb aboard a traditional Icelandic oak ship and set sail for a prime whale-watching destination on the ocean. With luck, marvel at the majestic mammals as they dive and plunge before your eyes, listening to informative commentary from your guide as you observe.

Godafoss—nicknamed “the waterfall of the gods”—is one of the biggest and most impressive waterfalls in Iceland. With this tour—you can get there with ease from Akureyri as round-trip transfers are included. During the drive, benefit from the driver's knowledge of the local area, and enjoy scenic stops at places that offer great photo opportunities along the way.

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn with an experienced local tour guide including all the top attractions and the Myvatn Nature Baths. This tour is unique in that we also visit the amazing Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe features in films such as Promethius.

Go in search of the Northern Lights on a nighttime tour from Akureyri. Travel by 4x4 Jeep outside of town to escape any light pollution, and watch the dark sky for one of Mother Nature’s most spectacular shows. This area of northern Iceland is one of the best places to see the lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, so don’t miss the chance while you’re here. Hot chocolate and an Icelandic doughnut will keep you warm and awake while you wait for the lights to appear.

Take your time and spread your Iceland sightseeing over nine days, with this comprehensive highlights tour. Enjoy the luxury of having someone else to do the driving and navigating, so you can focus on taking in the views. Along the way, explore the Golden Circle, the Blue Lagoon, and seasonal highlights depending on the time of year—such as visiting an ice cave, dog sledding, whale watching, or searching for the Northern Lights.

Venture into northern Iceland’s spectacular scenery—and don’t worry about finding your own way there—when you book this private, full-day sightseeing tour from Akureyri. Depart in the morning from your local hotel or other convenient location, and travel in a comfortable vehicle. The itinerary is entirely customizable, and based on your interests; popular stops include Dettifoss (one of Europe’s most powerful waterfalls), Lake Myvatn (a volcanic lake), the Arctic coastline, and much more.

On this tour we visit, Goðafoss, Aldeyjarfoss and Hrafnabjargarfoss waterfalls. Then we start our journey through the uninhabited Icelandic highlands towards Laugafell hot spring. There you can enjoy a bath in a geothermal pool sourrounded by nature. An adventure and unforgettable experience. On our way back to Akureyri, we will enjoy an spectacular view over Eyjafjörður. Certified, local guide.

Go off the beaten track in Iceland on this small-group off-road Super Jeep tour from Húsavík that takes you into some of the island's most striking landscapes. See lava that is thousands of years old; follow old trails up to the top of a mountain; visit colorful geothermal areas; and get the best views over Skjálfandi bay and the Kinnarfjöll mountains.

Gjastykki is a beautiful and rugged rift valley to the north of the caldera Krafla, in the north of Iceland. Gjastykki was literally blown apart by the eruption of Krafla during the years 1975-1984. Two of the three areas that were active during that time are still warm. The area is covered with multicolored slag from the Krafla eruption and bears stark witness to the movement of the tectonic plates. On this 8 hour tour you will experience both common destination points of interest and some less visited, where you will enjoy a unique local experience of solitude and tranquility -Litla Viti crater -Stora Viti crater -Theistareykir geo thermal area -Togarahellir cave -Husavikurfjall Mountain top

Explore the highlights of northern Iceland without the crowds on this private guided tour. Starting in Akureyri, head for the teeming Goðafoss waterfall and Lake Mývatn, before continuing on to Europe's largest waterfall Dettifoss.

Spend a day discovering Iceland’s untouched beauty by going on a private super jeep tour. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar roads and river crossings by having a driver for the day. You’ll explore Eyjafjörður valley and the incredible views up to the Highlands. A highlight of the day is bathing in the healing waters of Laugafell hot springs and admiring the scenic vistas.

Iceland is known for its spectacular outdoor wonders, but without local knowledge and a specialist vehicle, it can be tricky to know which areas are safe to explore alone. Save yourself the stress, and discover lots of magnificent vistas in a day with this small-group 4WD tour. Along the way, see the Askja caldera, the Viti crater, the Vatnajokull glacier, lava fields, and plenty more noteworthy photo opportunities.

The best way to experience Iceland's nature is on foot, not from inside a tour bus. This private tour from Akureyri lets you combine hiking and sightseeing. You'll visit such landmarks as Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn and Dettifoss, then go hiking around Hljóðaklettar, a row of ancient craters shaped by the glacial river Jökulsá. You'll also see Skjálfandi bay and Húsavík before returning to Akureyri.

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi with a stunning drive along Eyjafjord to Godafoss waterfall and then onto the famous Lake Myvatn. The tour stops at all the top attractions of Lake Myvatn and the Myvatn Nature Baths

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights in 4x4 Mini-Bus with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town to the countryside away from the bright city lights so that the Northern Lights can be seen in all their beauty and colours. The local guide will share Icelandic tales during the journey and there is a chance to buy professional photos of your night. You will receive complimentary hot chocolate and biscuits and a free retry the next evening if no Northern Lights are seen (provided we a running a group tour the next day). We also include free pick and drop off from Hotels/Guesthouses in Akureyri

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide on a private tour. We can customize your tour as it is a private tour! Usually we set off from Akureryi Port stopping at the stunning Godafoss waterfall and then onto the famous Lake Myvatn area. in Lake Myvatn area we visit the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and the Námafjall area where you can view the bubbling Hverir Mud pools and Natural steam vents or fumaroles and visit Grjotagja cave and rift instead. If ther is time we can also stop at Myvatn Nature Baths where you can enjoy the baths and cafe (Please note the entrance fee to the Nature Baths is NOT included). We will pick you up and drop you off to the Port in Akureyri where you dock.

Private Jeep Tour for up to 8 passengers! The river Grafarlandaá will be our first sight, as this crystal clear river exits from under the lava field to form a small waterfall at the ford. Next stopp. Herðurbreiðarlindir oasis is located near Mt. Herðubreið and is know for its natural beauty. Next stopp Askja. An enormous eruption began on March 29, 1875. This eruption is called Öskjugos 1875. After the eruption ended there was a great deal of subsidence in Askja, and then Öskjuvatn was formed. On the eastern bank of Öskjuvatn you will come to find crater Víti. a 2,4 km hike from leading us the crater Víti and the Lake of Askja. Bring along a swimsuit and a towel. You will be able to swim in crater Víti. The water can be 24-28 ° C. Next stopp. The most recent volcanic eruption in Iceland is the Holuhraun volcanic eruption in Barðabunga that started on the 29th of August 2014 - and lasted until the 27th of February 2015. Our last stop of the day is the waterfall Glúfrasmiður