Ultimate Adventure: Hot Spring Snorkeling and ATV Tour Combo
Ultimate Adventure: Hot Spring Snorkeling and ATV Tour Combo
Embark on a mesmerizing Icelandic adventure where the Earth's raw power is unveiled. Starting at Seltún - Krísuvík, we whisk you away to the alien landscapes of Lake Kleifarvatn, a mere 30-minute journey from Reykjavik that promises to leave you awe-struck. Prepare for an underwater spectacle beneath the lake's surface, where sulfur deposits create stunning patterns and gas bubbles rise from the caldera floor, offering a sensation likened to 'swimming in a glass of champagne'. After snorkeling, refresh yourself on the black sand beach before exploring the Seltún geothermal area's boiling mud pots. The adventure continues with an ATV tour through historic lava fields, offering breathtaking views from Mount Hagafell. Cap off this extraordinary day with the option to unwind at the Blue Lagoon, completing a truly unforgettable Icelandic journey.
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Embark on a journey that will let you marvel at the incredible forces of nature that have sculpted Iceland throughout the millennia! Your adventure starts at Seltún - Krísuvík, from where we'll whisk you away to the mesmerizing Lake Kleifarvatn. Just a half-hour drive from Reykjavik transports you to what seems like an alien landscape. Prepare to dive into another world as you gear up on a unique black sand beach, but what lies beneath the lake's surface is truly awe-inspiring.
Imagine slipping into the crystal-clear waters, greeted initially by vibrant sulfur deposits painting the lakebed in hues of white and yellow. As we venture further from the shore, the surroundings transform, enveloping you in a world where bubbles rise from the lake's floor, reminiscent of swimming in a bubbling glass of champagne. This experience, possible only in Iceland, takes place in a natural caldera, offering a sensation unlike any other.
After reveling in the underwater magic, you'll emerge to savor some light refreshments by the lake, basking in the afterglow of your snorkeling adventure. Next, our journey leads us to the Seltún geothermal area, a wonderland of boiling mud pots and geothermal marvels, vividly showcasing the Earth's raw power.
The adventure intensifies as you hop on an ATV, tearing through historic lava fields, and exploring the old harbor area of Hópsnes, famous for its shipwrecks and ancient foundations. An exhilarating mountain trail awaits, leading to Mount Hagafell’s summit, where breathtaking 360-degree views span from the iconic Blue Lagoon to the Svartsengi volcanic craters, Mount Fagradalsfjall, Eldey Island, and beyond.
Conclude this thrilling escapade with an optional visit to the Blue Lagoon for some well-deserved relaxation (entrance fee not included), conveniently located just minutes away from where your ATV adventure ends. This tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the spellbinding beauty and dynamic activity of Iceland's natural wonders.
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Itinerary
Discover Iceland's Earthly Wonders
This tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe how the power of the Earth has shaped Iceland through the centuries!
Your Adventure Begins
We will meet you at Seltún - Krísuvík and drive you to the unique Lake Kleifarvatn. The drive from Reykjavik is only 30 minutes, but you will feel like you have landed on another planet. The black sand beach where you will gear up for your snorkeling tour is a great feature itself, but it is nothing compared to the scenery you will find once you look under the surface of the lake.
Underwater Marvels
At first you will see the white and yellow sulfur deposits and the beautiful designs they draw on the bottom of the lake. As we swim farther from the shore, the environment will start changing around us. That's when you will see (and feel!) the gas bubbles emanating from the lake's floor. Now you will be swimming in an actual caldera, something you can only do in Iceland! The feeling has often been described as swimming in a glass of champagne. After the snorkeling tour, you will get out of your gear and enjoy some light refreshments on the shore of the lake.
Geothermal Wonders
At this point we will make our way to the Seltún geothermal area, where we will walk among the boiling mud pots and observe the mesmerizing geothermal activity that characterizes the area.
ATV Adventure
After your visit of the Seltún area, you will make your way to our trusted partners for your ATV tour. The drive takes your through historic lava fields, the old harbour area of Hópsnes and its shipwrecks and old town foundations. Immediately after this you will get to a more scenic and slightly more adventurous mountain track toward the peak of Mount Hagafell. The peak offers a spectacular 360° view over the blue Lagoon, the Svartsengi volcanic crater formations, Mount Fagradalsfjall, Eldey island and more!
Concluding with Relaxation
At the end of the ATV drive you have an option to end your day with a relaxing visit at the Blue Lagoon (entrance fee not included). as the ATV tour is located about 5 minutes from the Blue Lagoon.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Guided snorkelling trip in Lake Kleifarvatn
- All necessary snorkelling equipment
- Icelandic snacks at the lake's shore
- Guided ATV tour (1 hour)
Exclusions
- Long underwear
- Thick socks
- Suitable clothes for the weather of the day
- Contact lenses if you wear glasses, or your own prescription mask if you have one
- Sturdy shoes
Important Notes
<ul><li>Experience the unique opportunity to observe Iceland's natural beauty shaped by the Earth's power.</li><li>Meeting point at Seltún - Krísuvík, with a drive to Lake Kleifarvatn, only 30 minutes from Reykjavik.</li><li>The tour includes snorkeling at Lake Kleifarvatn, revealing underwater sulfur deposits and gas bubbles, likened to swimming in a glass of champagne.</li><li>Enjoy light refreshments on the shore after snorkeling.</li><li>Visit the Seltún geothermal area to witness boiling mud pots and geothermal activity.</li><li>An ATV tour through historic lava fields, Hópsnes old harbour, and up Mount Hagafell for spectacular views.</li><li>Optional ending at the Blue Lagoon (entrance fee not included), located 5 minutes from the ATV tour endpoint.</li><li>Age limit: 12 years old for snorkeling tour, 6 years old for ATV tour. ATV drivers require a driver´s license.</li></ul>
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Adventure
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Expeditions
Wildlife