15 Geothermal Soaks from Reykjavik Worth Booking

1.Sky Lagoon Entrance Pass With 7-Step Spa Ritual

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,166 reviews · 1 day · from $111Our pick

Just minutes from downtown Reykjavík, Sky Lagoon pairs a warm oceanfront geothermal pool with a seven-step Icelandic bathing ritual. Choose shared or private changing facilities, then move through a cold plunge, sea-view sauna, mist, scrub, steam, and crowberry juice. Allow at least two hours, and longer if you want time at the swim-up bar.

“spa was very nice and thr whole experience was great from start to finish.Like everywhere in Iceland things were a bit pricey but you get used to that in Iceland.”

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2.Hvammsvík Hot Spring with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 572 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $168

Travel from Reykjavik’s BSI Bus Terminal to Hvammsvík Hot Springs on a 4.5-hour outing with return transport and admission included. You’ll find several pools at different temperatures, a steam room, a swim-up bar, mountain and sea views, and access to the cold Atlantic water. Drivers such as Carlos, Sylvia, Erik, and Simon have been praised for friendly service.

“Very easy. Plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful hot springs.”

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3.Silfra: Hot and Cold Snorkeling and Spa Tour – Self Drive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $206Top rated

Meet your PADI instructor at Thingvellir, suit up in a dry suit and warm undersuit, then snorkel Silfra’s crack, hall, and cathedral for 30 to 45 minutes. Drive yourself to Laugarvatn Fontana for geothermal pools, saunas, and a steam room. Groups are limited to six, with guides such as Sara, Quim, and Konrad praised for careful support.

“David and the team at Sport Diving School of Iceland did a fantastic job of making our snorkeling experience fantastic. I would highly recommend doing it again.”

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4.Hvammsvik Hot Springs: Admission Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 244 reviews · 1.5 hours - 1 day · from $84Best value

Spend 1.5 hours to a full day at Hvammsvik Hot Springs, a quiet coastal spa 45 minutes from Reykjavik. Choose classic admission or comfort access with a towel, wading shoes, and one drink. Expect seven pools, a steam room, swim-up bar, clean changing rooms, and a striking view over the sea.

“The setting was beautiful and it was nice to have multiple pools, each with a different heat level. It was not at all crowded and we loved the swim-up bar. We also really liked being able to go into the ocean to cool off and then get back into the hot tub. The changing facilities were also very nice and convenient.”

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5.Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $224

Spend about 11 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle in a small minibus, with stops at Hveragerði, Kerið, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Þingvellir. Your day ends at Hvammsvík Hot Springs beside Whale Fjord. Guides such as Elias, Siddi, Axel, and Christina are known for friendly commentary, local stories, and smooth pacing.

“An incredible experience all around. Our guide Axel was friendly with a bit of humour too! The Hvammsvik Spa was beautiful beyond words. Soaking in a hot spring, surrounded by snow covered mountains and a light dust of snow? Highlight of the trip!”

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6.Silver Circle Tour, Canyon Ride, & Thermal Baths

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 204 reviews · 10 hours · from $246

Travel from Reykjavik through West Iceland with an English-speaking guide such as Dominika, Pavel, or Colin. Visit Deildartunguhver, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss, Sturlureykir Horse Farm, Husafell, Reykholt, and remote Canyon Baths. The 10-hour trip includes a minibus, 4x4 canyon ride, Wi-Fi, USB charging, and hot spring admission.

“Our guide, Addi, was on time to pick us up. This was a great sign of things to come. He was professional, knowledgeable, and very funny. He is overall a really nice person. I enjoyed all of the stops, and felt completely safe with his driving skills. If I ever come back to Iceland, all of my tours would be with this company, and I'd hope to get Addi as my guide. I dont hesitatehighly recommend my this company and guide.”

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7.Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · from $130

You’ll visit Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss with a local guide, then spend two hours at Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths. Guides such as Eric, Margret, Dylan, and B-G are praised for lively explanations. Bring swimwear and a towel, and leave room for rye bread baked in the hot ground.

“The trip was excellent made better by the knowledgeable guide Karl who pointed out interesting features with facts and information. At all the stops we had plenty of time to explore. The day was rounded off with a visit to the excellent Fontana Spa to relax and see the demonstration of bread baking in the hot ground and then got to eat it with freshly smoked trout.”

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8.Reykjavík: Glacier Snowmobile and Hot Springs with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 182 reviews · 10 hours · from $431

You’ll leave Reykjavík at 8:30, ride a specially built super truck to Mountaineers Geldingafell Basecamp, and spend about an hour snowmobiling across Langjökull Glacier. Guides such as Yngvi, Einar, and Eric add useful local insight. Finish with 90 minutes at the Secret Lagoon near Flúðir. Bring swimwear, sturdy shoes, and a valid driver’s license.

“The whole experience was fun, awesome and unique, I highly recommend this tour!”

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9.Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs – Reykjavík & Hella

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $217

Leave Reykjavík early for Landmannalaugar, hike toward Brennisteinsalda with an English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide, and relax in a natural thermal river. Arctic Yeti uses a small vehicle for up to 16 people, with WiFi and pickup at central Reykjavík bus stops, Hella, and Selfoss.

“Favorite part?? Tough to puck between the hike & the hot springs after!! The whole area is so unique, would love to camp there for a few nights & get in a couple hikes and soak up this unique spot.”

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10.Lava Cave, Hot Springs, Horses & Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 130 reviews · 10 hours · from $222

Spend about 10 hours touring West Iceland from Reykjavik. Visit Glanni, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Sturlureykir Horse Farm, and Viðgelmir Lava Cave. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving, while cave guides lead the 1.5-hour underground walk. Bring warm clothes, cash, and sturdy shoes.

“Our guide was fantastic! The weather was difficult due to snow, however Colin handled it with ease. The trip itself was spectacular and we would highly recommend seeing the lava caves in winter due to the magical ice sculptures created inside.”

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11.Landmannalaugar Hike and Hot Springs from Reykjavik & Hella

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 109 reviews · 13 hours · from $190

Spend a long day in Iceland’s Highlands with a certified English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Hike among rhyolite mountains, lava fields, obsidian, and geothermal ground, then use free time for Landmannalaugar’s natural hot springs. Carmen and Nacho are guide names associated with the experience. Bring food, water, swimwear, and a towel.

“I really enjoyed it. It was an incredibly unique and memorable experience.”

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12.Golden Circle and Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 84 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $227

Travel from Reykjavik to Þingvellir, Gullfoss, and the erupting Strokkur geyser with a guide such as Karen, Darren, or Kristina, then relax at Sky Lagoon with the seven-step Skjól ritual. Pickup, transport, WiFi, towels, and admission are included, but the combined schedule can involve a long transfer between the two experiences.

“Excellent personable guide and driver. Geeat stories. Loved the geysers and waterfall. Beautiful scenery. The sky Lagoon was wonderful. We relaxed and enjoyed the water, everyone around us was just happy to be there . Staff and guests were all smiling and helpful to newbies.”

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13.Hvammsvík Hot Springs Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $86

Spend about two hours at Hvammsvík Hot Springs near Mosfellsbær, soaking in naturally heated pools beside a fjord. You’ll have time to enjoy the mountain setting, nearby rivers, and possible hiking routes. Admission is mobile, the minimum age is 10, and groups are limited to 19 people.

“C’est endroit est sauvage authentique et si relaxant”

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14.Landmannalaugar Hiking, Haifoss Waterfall and Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $227

Travel from Reykjavík to Hjálparfoss, 122-meter Háifoss, Bláhylur crater lake, and Landmannalaugar in a small group of up to 15. Guides such as HBO, Roman, Tom, Mia, Sarah, and Beggi have led past departures. Expect a guided hike, rough F-roads, changing weather, and time for a natural hot-spring soak.

“HBO was a great guide, providing us with interesting information and taking us on a lovely hike. I absolutely enjoyed this tour and highly recommend this.”

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15.South Iceland Small Group Tour from Reykjavík with Sky Lagoon Spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $248

Travel from Reykjavík in a small group of up to 18 to Skógafoss, Sólheimajökull, Reynisfjara, and Seljalandsfoss, then relax at Sky Lagoon. Guides such as Omar, Siggy, Anna, and Victoria are praised for lively stories, practical help, and photo tips. The day includes transport, WiFi, and lagoon admission, but not lunch.

“Our guide allowed us to see a few extra things as time allowed. He drove safely and was very knowledgeable about the land and the culture. It was a very long day - 13 hours…but ending it at the lagoon for me was the perfect ending! By the time we got to the glacier I was really tired, and that required a longer walk. I would without a doubt do it again though! Just maybe shorter time if at all possible lol”

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