Forest Lagoon & Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri
Experience the natural beauty of Goðafoss Waterfall and indulge in a luxurious spa experience at the Forest lagoon on this 5 hour shore excursion tour from Akureyri. Departing from Akureyri cruise terminal, our departures are tailored to your ship´s docking times. Depart Akureyri admiring the mountain and fjord views as you go.
Our first stop is at Goðafoss Waterfall, an impressive crescent-shaped cascade. Around 12 metres (39 feet) high and 30 metres (100 feet) wide, Goðafoss is situated on the Skjálfandafljót River. Its name translates as “Waterfall of the Gods” – legend has it that a powerful chieftain cast his pagon idols into the falls upon converting to Chistianity. The falls have therefore come to symbolise the Christianisation of Iceland as a whole. Admire these falls from from one of several viewing paltforms and persceptives. We also check out the smaller Geitafoss waterfall, situated just a few hundred metres downstream.
After a shore fjord photo stop, we come to Forest Lagoon – your tour ticket includes the Warm entrance tier ticket giving you access to all the lagoon´s pools, cold plunhes and saunas. While away a few hours in the geothermal infinity pool, enjoying spectacular mountain, fjord, and city views.
Return shuttle buses depart the Forest Lagoon at 15 minutes to the hour, every hour – so you can stay for a long or as short as you prefer.
Tour highlights & itinerary
- Pickup and drop off from Akureyri Cruise Terminal
- Guided tour
- Warm Entrance tickets to The Forest Lagoon
- WiFi on board
- Food or drink
- Towel rental
- Bring a towel and swimsuit. These can be rented at Forest Lagoon if needed
- We advise you to wear gloves, hat, waterproof coat and comfortable walking shoes.
- Snacks and water
- The shore excursions start times are tailored to the docking times of the ships in port on the day
- Disclaimer: The duration of this tour is approx. 5 hours but can vary due to weather, road works or unforeseen circumstances
- Drop off: Shuttle buses depart Forest Lagoon at 15 minutes to the hour every hour and drop you back directly to the harbour. The journey takes 5-10 minutes
- Cancellation Policy: The tour can be cancelled for a full refund upto 24 hours in advance. No refunds are available after that.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
AkureyriOur staff will be waiting at Akureyri Cruise terminal. Once everyone is onboard, we depart on our half-day adventure together.
1 Goðafoss WaterfallOur first stop is at Goðafoss waterfall. Serence and picturesque, it stands on the Skjálfandafljót river, a glacial river with its source at Vatnajökull glacier, Europe´s largest. Goðafoss is 30m wide and the water drops from a height of 12m to the basin below. The half-crescent shape of Goðafoss is striking and lovely.
Goðafoss translates as “Waterfall of the Gods” in English. It is named so, because legend has it that a prominent chieftan named Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði, symbolically threw icons of pagan gods into the waters here. A lawmaker, this represented Iceland turning its back on the old norse gods, and instead turning to Christianity.
We also check out the often overlooked smaller falls of Geitafoss, a short ways down river from Goðafoss.
2 Akureyri viewpointWe travel back along the fjord towards Akureyi once more. We make a photo stop at a great vantage point where panoramic views Akureyri and Eyja fjord can be enjoyed. The perfect photo opportunity.
3 Forest LagoonPerched on a wooded hill across the fjord from Akureyri is the idyllic Forest Lagoon which offers a modern geothermal spa experience set. Enjoy panoramic fjord and city views from toasty warm infinity pools, try the cold plunge and check out the sauna. Forest Lagoon provides a tranquil setting in which to relax and recharge, combining contemporary design with Iceland’s natural elements.
- Akureyri Cruise Terminal
With our time together sadly at an end, we drop you back to your ship with
Our staff will be waiting at Akureyri Cruise terminal. Once everyone is onboard, we depart on our half-day adventure together.
Our first stop is at Goðafoss waterfall. Serence and picturesque, it stands on the Skjálfandafljót river, a glacial river with its source at Vatnajökull glacier, Europe´s largest. Goðafoss is 30m wide and the water drops from a height of 12m to the basin below. The half-crescent shape of Goðafoss is striking and lovely.
Goðafoss translates as “Waterfall of the Gods” in English. It is named so, because legend has it that a prominent chieftan named Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði, symbolically threw icons of pagan gods into the waters here. A lawmaker, this represented Iceland turning its back on the old norse gods, and instead turning to Christianity.
We also check out the often overlooked smaller falls of Geitafoss, a short ways down river from Goðafoss.
We travel back along the fjord towards Akureyi once more. We make a photo stop at a great vantage point where panoramic views Akureyri and Eyja fjord can be enjoyed. The perfect photo opportunity.
Perched on a wooded hill across the fjord from Akureyri is the idyllic Forest Lagoon which offers a modern geothermal spa experience set. Enjoy panoramic fjord and city views from toasty warm infinity pools, try the cold plunge and check out the sauna. Forest Lagoon provides a tranquil setting in which to relax and recharge, combining contemporary design with Iceland’s natural elements.
With our time together sadly at an end, we drop you back to your ship with