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Top 15 Waterfall Tours in Akureyri

63 tours  ·  from $70 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 waterfall tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour - Skútustaðagígar and Mývatn’s unusual craters
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From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

1.From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 793 reviews · 6 hours · from $187Our pick

From Akureyri’s cruise port, you’ll visit Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn’s pseudo-craters, Dimmuborgir lava fields, and Námaskarð’s steaming mud pools. Guides such as Nico, Richie, and Kjartan are known for lively commentary, while the packed lunch and port pickup make this a practical shore excursion.

“Visited a lot of cool spots in a short amount of time. Guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of interesting facts. Would definitely recommend!”

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Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri - Goðafoss: a powerful first stop
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Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri

2.Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 478 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $188

Ride from Akureyri into North Iceland for Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn’s pseudocraters, Dimmuborgir lava formations, and Námaskarð’s steaming mud pots. English-speaking guides such as Nico, Lili, and Ivy have led this route. Lunch is included, but the hot springs are for viewing, not swimming.

“Our guide, Nico, was very passionate and knowledgeable about the area. Her stories of Icelandic legends made the informative and entertaining. This tour packs a lot into one day which can at times feel rushed, but we enjoyed our day and got to see many things. The simple lunch of a chicken salad sandwich or vegan option and a bottle of water was sufficient. Thank you”

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Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port - Hverir’s bubbling mud and sulfur smell
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Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

3.Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 473 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $205

From Akureyri’s cruise pier, this 5 to 6 hour small-group tour visits Godafoss, Lake Myvatn, Hverir’s steaming mud pools, Dimmuborgir lava formations, and Grjotagja Cave. You can add the Myvatn Nature Baths, or visit the cave and rift while others soak.

“Excellent day out & perfect for cruisers. Meeting point is close to the dock. Oli the guide was excellent. If you want to see the local area then this is the trip for you - waterfalls, boiling mud, lava fields & the tectonic plates. This trip has it all, and the added advantage is that you are in small group so far more personal. Highly recommend. One of the best trips we have ever taken. Thank you Oli.”

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Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port - Meeting the Saga Travel coach at Akureyri Port
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Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port

4.Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $123

Travel from Akureyri Port to Goðafoss with guides such as Runar, Dabba, and Fon sharing local stories, myths, and Icelandic life. You get about 75 minutes at the falls, coffee and kleina at Hótel Goðafoss, and optional drop-off at the Forest Lagoon, Botanical Gardens, or city center.

“The tour guide was absolutely amazing! The views on the drive were breathtaking!”

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Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint - The outward ride through northern Iceland
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Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint

5.Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 366 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $70Best value

Ride from Akureyri port to Godafoss with an English-speaking guide, 45 minutes at the falls, a scenic return through Fnjoskadalur Valley, and a viewpoint over Eyjafjordur Bay. Guides such as Nils, Atli, and Andreas add local stories, folklore, and humor.

“Atli made this a memorable experience, he kept providing insights into Iceland during the whole journey.”

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Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour - Finding Saga Travel at Akureyri Port
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Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour

6.Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 334 reviews · 6 hours · from $182

From Akureyri Port, Saga Travel takes you to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir, and Hverir in six hours. Expect an air-conditioned coach, Wi-Fi, local stories, coffee and kleina, and guides such as Jullii, Aitana, and Michiel. The route packs Iceland’s best volcanic scenery into one cruise-friendly day.

“Driver and assistant were outstanding hosts! Many local points of interest from a multigenerational resident. Constant quality stops with 30 min drives between. No complaints whatsoever.”

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Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port - Starting near Akureyri Port at Gránufélagsgata 51
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Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

7.Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Ride from Akureyri Port to Goðafoss with Saga Travel, spending about an hour at the falls and enjoying coffee, tea, and an Icelandic pastry at Hotel Goðafoss. Guides such as Hilmar, Runar, Manuel, and Julie add local stories, while the return route may include scenic views and optional city drop-offs.

“Had a wonderful experience with Saga Travel and Hilmar, our guide. The bus ride was smooth, taking us through a very long tunnel going to the falls and through the mountain pass on the way back. Pathways to and around the falls are easy; very manageable. Saga Travel has a connection to this quaint Hotel there, so coffee and a Nordic pastry were a pleasant surprise. Great morning, beautiful falls! We highly recommend this tour!!”

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From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Cruise Ship Day-Trip - Meeting your minibus at Akureyri port
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From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Cruise Ship Day-Trip

8.From Akureyri: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Cruise Ship Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 269 reviews · 6 hours · from $182

Join Imagine Iceland for a six-hour cruise-port tour through North Iceland. A local guide such as Johannes, Armann, Biggi, or Fribby drives a small minibus to Godafoss, Dimmuborgir, Hverir, Lake Mývatn, and the optional Nature Baths, with time matched to your ship.

“Our tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly and was really good to be a small group and go to a few different places. It is a shame that the baths couldn't be included within the price as this was an expensive additional cost making the whole trip quiet expensive. An enjoyable day though and I am glad I booked it.”

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Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour - Finding the bus at Gránufélagsgata 50
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Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour

Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch - Meeting your guide at Akureyri Port
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Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch

10.Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 193 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $330

From Akureyri Port, a guide such as Thora, Daba, or Paul leads up to 14 people through North Iceland’s volcanic sights. You’ll see Goðafoss, Mývatn’s pseudo craters, Dimmuborgir, Hverir, and Grjótagjá, then enjoy soup and local tastes at the Mývatn Heritage and Nature Museum.

“Tora was great! she had both the knowledge and personality to be engaging and informative.”

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Akureyri: Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour - Laufás turns a pretty stop into a useful history lesson
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Akureyri: Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour

11.Akureyri: Goðafoss, Laufas & The Christmas House Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 173 reviews · 4 hours · from $117

From Akureyri, visit Goðafoss, the old Laufás turf houses, and the Christmas House with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll hear Icelandic folklore, see a 1698 church pulpit, and enjoy hotel or cruise-port pickup in a four-hour tour priced at $117.

“Awesome tour! It was short,sweet and our tour guide Jon gave us a good & thorough history of Akureyri. We enjoyed his presentation. He’s very friendly and respectful.”

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Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port - Grenjaðarstaður Farm and the old turf-house way of life
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Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port

12.Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $217

From Akureyri Port, visit powerful Godafoss, Grenjaðarstaður’s turf farmhouse, and Forest Lagoon. Guides such as Ronar, Emma, Thora, and Belen are praised for clear local stories. Admission, towel, Wi-Fi, and round-trip transport are included, with about 90 minutes at the lagoon.

“Knowledgeable, informative tour guide. Julie arrived at the port early, and showed us a lovely day. The Forest Lagoon was very nice, fun that you could relax with a drink while soaking! The museum of the old turf house was interesting, and the falls were very pretty. Luckily we had a beautiful day, and best of all, our small tour was just my husband and me!”

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Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port - Goðafoss, the Waterfall of the Gods
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Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

13.Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $171

From Akureyri Port, Saga Travel takes you by coach to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn’s pseudo-craters, Dimmuborgir lava formations, and Hverir’s boiling mud pools. Guides such as Runar, Lukas, Michael, and Dodi have led this route. Expect changing weather, uneven walks, midges, and a full but rewarding day.

“It seems it’s a very popular tour, so expect the bus to be full. Restroom stops are available for several stops but since the distance between stops can be long, be sure to plan accordingly. The guide was fantastic! They even let us off in town at the end.”

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Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House - The Christmas House, folklore, and a dose of Icelandic kitsch
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Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

14.Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $127

Travel from Akureyri with The Traveling Viking to Goðafoss, Laufás Heritage Site, and the year-round Christmas House. Expect about 35 minutes to the waterfall, an informative guide such as Jon or Graham, included admission at Laufás, and a short Akureyri tour before drop-off.

“Great tour. Gooafoss was Amazing and Laufas was very interesting. A way of living I have never seen. The Christmas house is what you would expect. A sales place to get your Christmas souvenirs.”

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Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri Port - Meeting your guide at Akureyri Port
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Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri Port

15.Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 131 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $82

From Akureyri Port, ride with an English-speaking local guide to Godafoss, the Waterfall of the Gods. You get about an hour at the falls, a short Eyjafjord photo stop, and a bonus drive through Akureyri’s Old Town. Guides such as Arman and Jon add local stories and humor.

“We enjoyed the tour and it was enhanced by the knowledge of the guide and driver. The bus was an airport transfer bus, so not the most comfortable, but not too bad for the 30 minute (or so) trip each way. A nice bonus was the driver detouring around the town's backstreets on the return journey, with his local knowledge of the buildings etc.”

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