Vestmannaeyjar Volcano ATV Tour: Explore Unique Island Views and Historical Sites

Embark on a thrilling 1-hour ATV tour around the Vestmannaeyjar volcano. Explore historical sites, enjoy breathtaking views, and create unforgettable family memories.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Eldfell - During our excursion, we’ll visit Prestvik beach, the site where the fishing vessel Pelagus ran aground. We’ll also tour the area where Guðlaugur Friðórsson reached shore after swimming 5-6 kilometers through the night in frigid waters following the sinking of Hellisey VE 503. Our journey will take us through the lava fields to the heart…
What's Included
  • Gloves
  • Helmet
  • Overalls
Additional Information

Join us for a 1-hour ATV adventure around the Vestmannaeyjar Volcano to take in the unique panoramas the island and its environs provide.
On our journey, we’ll visit Prestvik beach, the site of the Pelagus fishing ship wreckage. We’ll also explore the area where Guðlaugur Friðþórsson managed to reach the shore after swimming for 5-6 km in the frigid,…

Location
Strandvegur 65
Strandvegur
Please be at our location about 20 - 30 minutes before scheduled departure time. We are just 2-3 min walk from the ferry Herjólfur. Just walk straight up from Herjólfur, we are at the corner at Strandvegur 65.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Cathy
Aug 30, 2024
ATV with Spectacular Views - We singed up for an ATV excursion and Mar was our guide. This was one of the most fun and exciting experiences we have had in Iceland. We had a nice small group only 6 of us, including our guide. Mar’s made sure everyone was comfortable and offered an exciting adventure. The views were spectacular from high on the volcano rim all the way down to where the lava meets the ocean. We were even able to see Iceland’s main glacier from the island. Mar’s was so much fun, loved her enthusiasm and knowledge. I would highly recommend this tour
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Vickica1679ba
Aug 30, 2024
Fun in Heimaey - We had an amazing time. We arrived on a cruise ship but booked this on our own. Not only did it save us money but the group was only 6 of us compared to the next group from the ship which probably was around 20 or so. Victoria our guide was great. So much good info. along with the beautiful vista. Can't wait to come back and do it again!
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Dana_s
Aug 25, 2024
Beautiful scenery - It is a beautiful ride, we had amazing weather and could see the mainland glacier. Easy to do. Great views and fun
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Bebaz1953
Aug 24, 2024
Adventurous, exciting and fun. - We were on a trip and decided to find an outdoor adventure. The ATV staff was so friendly and enthusiastic. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. Full of knowledge and great stories about their homeland.
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Sarahmv8334vy
Aug 21, 2024
Mar is the best!! :) - The views were incredible, our guide Mar was so kind and very informative! She knew all of the islands history and was an incredible way to kick off touring the Westman islands :)
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Geefromperth
Aug 21, 2024
A must to do - Very interesting landscape and beautiful scenery. Learnt a lot about the 1973 volcano eruptions. A quick lesson on how to use the ATV was very useful
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Goldenbeacher
Aug 21, 2024
Great Volcano ATV Tour - This was a fabulous tour, and Mar was an excellent tour guide. It really gave us an overview and understanding of this island, and its volcanic history and tragedy. The drive over the lava field was great, and the stops at the variousviewpoints. Highly recommend.
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J6081imstuarts
Aug 20, 2024
Fun on a volcano - Great fun driving an ATV on a volcano and very different from our Iceland experiences. Everything you need is provided and Viktoria was a great guide. Just do it, it's fun
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132koend
Aug 19, 2024
Highly Recommend! - This is a must when visiting Vestmannaeyjar, we had an amazing experience riding the atv’s through the volcanic sands. And also really nice that we got a great explanation from Mar, about the volcano and the islands past.
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Louis
Aug 18, 2024
Great Tour - ATV ride through the lava fields was very unique. Was lots of fun with great view points and our guide was full of information!
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