Top Things to do in Akranes
Top Restaurants in Akranes
7 Tours in Akranes That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Akranes, Iceland including Glacier landing, Private G tour by jeep, Fire and Ice Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik, Beach, Barracks and Lighthouses - Private Tour from Reykjavik, Borgarfjordur and Hvalfjordur - Saga, Culture and nature. , The Whale fjord and Akranes, Premium Glymur waterfall hike & geothermal bakery & luxury Krauma bath.
Restaurants in Akranes
1. Glacier landing
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy aerial views of Reykjavik’s top attractions such as Hallgrímskirkja church, Harpa concert hall and the famous Videy Island, the location of the Imagine Peace Tower, which is a "Tower of Light" envisioned and built by Yoko Ono, widow of Beatle John Lennon. Touchdown at Langjokull glacier. Fly over Thingvellir National Park and see the European and American continents which are slowly drifting apart from each other. Touchdown at the very active geothermal area Hengill. Bubbling pools and beautiful colors that make a perfect photo. Maximum group size of 6 guests.
Inclusions: Helicopter flight, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By Bartekzz2348
This was absolutely zmazing experience! Did the Glacier Express tour and I couldn't ask for more. Pilot super friendly and the tour was top-notch. Highly recommended! Best views are from heli!
2. Private G tour by jeep
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take your faith in your own hands. Use G spot Iceland guides experience and create exciting tour that suits you most. You can choose from wide range of options: adventure, adventure or adventure…. Despite your choice we would be looking for an adventure ! Hikes, 4x4 off roading, caving, fishing, bathing in hot springs, troll & elves hunt expeditions - it's up to you. Trip will be personalised and configured according to your interests, expectations, fit and experience. You'll decide on the final plan and considering many different factors including weather we will do our best to make it happen. This way you will get chance to explore Iceland the way you want in comfortable conditions with knowledgeable G spot guide that would tell you all about places of visit as well as about Iceland itself. Just choose from places we have listed, your own or contact us for tailored offer. And remember Iceland is beautiful as much as dangerous that said our priority will always be your safety.
Inclusions: Helmets, headlamps, crampons, Coffee and/or Tea, WiFi on board, depending on direction and agenda we can often offer Icelandic hot-dogs made on spot or eggs boiled in sulphur rich hot springs, You'll also receive additional shiny Icelandic gift to remember about us once you leave the island
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Reviewed By rleeroyjenkins
Excellent, one of our best experiences in Iceland. Przemo put on a great tour and was super knowledgeable. Took great care of us going through the lava tube and checking out some of the geysers and geothermal hot spots outside if Reykjavik. Totally above and beyond what we expected, highly recommend these guys to anyone visiting Iceland.
3. Fire and Ice Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik
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4.9 based on 31 reviews
Iceland, land of fire and ice and the the great forces that sculpture the island are in focus in this spectacular 2-hour trip. Experience the extreme contrast Icelandic nature has to offer by flying across Iceland’s volcanic landscape to land on top of a glacier. The journey to the glacier travels over lava fields, craters and colorful mountain ridge. This is one of the most unique helicopter tours, offering and including 2 landings.
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By theoccasionalpilot
When they say that they deeply care that all their customers walk out of their office with a smile, they really mean it. As soon as I learned that Iceland was lifting restrictions for vaccinated traveler I booked a 24h stopover in Reykjavik, with the main purpose to go see the volcanic eruption. I called to book a flight and they did the best they could to squeeze me in at the time I requested while several other companies I talked to simply said they were sold out. On the day of the flight, the rest of the people that were supposed to be on the same flight canceled last minute, leaving me as the only passenger. Unfortunately my schedule was quite tight and joining a flight at a different time that day was not possible. Vera took the matter to heart and did everything she could to get approval to operate the flight even if it was with only me onboard. Operational costs of a turbine helicopter are quite high and I doubt that the flight broke even. This is particularly remarkable, especially after one year and a half of hardship due to the pandemic. I learned when I came back that finding me a spot in the first place at the only date and time that I was available required quite some work due to the very long waiting list. Needless to say, the flight was spectacular and I definitely left with a smile! I really wish them the best, now that tourism is reopening!
4. Beach, Barracks and Lighthouses - Private Tour from Reykjavik
Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive around the beautiful Hvalfjörður (Whale Fjord). Small Waterfalls, Black beach, Rugged Coastline and Lighthouses is all part of what you will be seeing during this tour. Your guide will tell you about the role the fjord played during the WWII. Stop will be made at selected locations where remains from the War can bee seen. This tour offers beautiful nature, local stories & photo opportunities.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, WiFi on board
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Reviewed By Acowman
BJ gave us an excellent tour of the Rekjanes peninsula showing us sights we had not seen before. He was very informative and had a great deal of knowledge of the area. While the weather wasn't ideal being from Minnesota we are use to it we forged ahead seeing many great sight in ways many people rarely see. This gave us many great photos. Highly recommend BJ and BTH travel.
5. Borgarfjordur and Hvalfjordur - Saga, Culture and nature.
We tailor all our tours and we are flexible. The itinerary is open and you and your group are always important to us. You can do all kind of things in this tour, we can take you to museum, up to the Glacier, see the lava caves, go to the spa etc. And we can promise you one thing - you will get personal service and we are flexible. Looking forward seeing you Villi and Gulla
Inclusions: WiFi on board, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Meals are not included
Reviewed By sheriballen
We spent 4 days travelling to see the Southern sites of Iceland with a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. In addition to the standards like the black sand beaches and the Blue Lagoon she showed us many sites that are not available on regular tours through the big companies like the Westman Islands at sunset and more waterfalls than I could imagine! We also sampled Icelandic foods like fish and chips, traditional Christmas treats and delicious tomato soup surrounded by the tomato vines. Best of all, we learned so much about the rich Icelandic culture and history from Gulla. We could not have asked for a better tour guide.
6. The Whale fjord and Akranes
This is a private tour -only for you and your group. Duration 7 - 8 hours. We pick up all our passengers in the greater capital area and of course take you back in the end of the tour. Our vehicle will be Land rover and your guide/driver will be either Gulla or Villi. This tour reveals magnificent landscape and diversity in nature - and if you like to hear more about our history and settlement you are on the right track. We will drive to the fjord Hvalfjord and enjoy different sights there on our way towards the town of Akranes. From Akranes on our way back to Reykjavik we drive in to the tunnel under the fjord and head back to Reykjavik. We tailor all our tours we mention some of the highlights in the area - not all of them.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation
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Reviewed By sheriballen
We spent 4 days travelling to see the Southern sites of Iceland with a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. In addition to the standards like the black sand beaches and the Blue Lagoon she showed us many sites that are not available on regular tours through the big companies like the Westman Islands at sunset and more waterfalls than I could imagine! We also sampled Icelandic foods like fish and chips, traditional Christmas treats and delicious tomato soup surrounded by the tomato vines. Best of all, we learned so much about the rich Icelandic culture and history from Gulla. We could not have asked for a better tour guide.
7. Premium Glymur waterfall hike & geothermal bakery & luxury Krauma bath
Hike up to Icelands second highest waterfall. The hike up there is one of the most beautiful trails in Iceland. Hike through small cave. Cross a river barefooted and enjoy Icelands untouched nature with a local guide. Iceland has so many waterfalls, but this one is one of the locals favourite one. It is not that long ago that Icelanders discovered this waterfall. Bathe in Icelandic hot spring and visit a horse farm where they bake bread in the ground using geothermal heat. This is a small group tour so you get to enjoy the day more.
Inclusions: Admission to Krauma, Packed lunch, Geothermal bakery
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By BeardoAustralia
We where picked up at Bust stop one in the centre of Reykjavik by a very pleasant young lady ('The German girl'), Faye I think is her name. On time. The whole trip was great fun and our guide/driver was funny, engaging, accommodating and a safe driver. We drove through snow storms that we had never experienced before (we are from Australia) and we never felt like we were in any danger. The sights were pretty quite as far as other tourists are concerned, due to COVID-19 which was rather nice. The farm visit was awesome - food for vegetarians was an option - and our host there was great and provided us with a very interesting bit of history for the local area and their family business (hope they are still managing with all the restrictions). I recommend this trip for anybody as the walking was easy and the bus comfortable.
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