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Most travelers book about 1 day ahead. January is the cheapest month, from US$56 per person, and May is the busiest month.
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Relax at Laugaras Lagoon, the newest geothermal spa on the Golden Circle, with this Birki standard ticket.
The ticket suits travelers who want to unwind after a day of sightseeing on the Golden Circle and gives you unlimited access to the outdoor bathing areas, with saunas, geothermal pools, and a cold pool. Towels can be rented if you want to travel light.
The lagoon is about a 6-minute detour from the main Golden Circle route. It is only minutes from Skalholt Cathedral, about 30 minutes from the Geysir Geothermal Area, and about 40 minutes from Gullfoss Waterfall, so it makes a good midday break or end to your sightseeing.
From Reykjavik, the lagoon is about 58 miles (94 kilometers) east. You can reach it by rental car or public bus, so it is an easy stop for groups, couples, families, and solo travelers.
The Birki standard ticket is the most affordable way to enjoy Laugaras Lagoon. You get access to the geothermal lagoon, the forest pool, the dry sauna, the steam room, and the cold pool. The ticket also includes changing rooms with personal lockers, shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel, and hair dryers.
This option suits travelers on a budget or anyone short on time who wants to enjoy the full lagoon.
Besides this standard ticket, Laugaras Lagoon offers the Lerki and Osp tickets. The Lerki ticket adds a towel and a drink at the swim-up bar. The Osp ticket also includes a two-course meal at the on-site Ylja Restaurant.
On arrival, you receive an entry bracelet that lets you buy drinks in the lagoon without bringing your card or phone into the water.
Inside, you are surrounded by forested hills and views of the Hvita River. The two-level lagoon has modern facilities and mineral-rich water kept at 100 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (38 to 40 degrees Celsius).
One of the highlights of the lagoon is its man-made waterfall, almost 23 feet (7 meters) wide, which flows directly into the pool. It is one of the two entrances to the lower part of the lagoon, so you can walk through it.
There are many seating areas around the lagoon, so it is easy to find a spot to relax. You can buy alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at the two in-water bars.
For quieter moments, head to the secluded grotto, framed by Icelandic basalt columns. It is a designated quiet zone where you can unwind.
If you want to be closer to nature, the Forest Pool is a separate area of warm, mineral-rich water near the surrounding forest. It is quieter than the main lagoon, and you can enjoy the scent of the trees.
After a soak, relax in the dry sauna or the steam bath at the edge of the woods, then take a cold plunge right next door.
The Birki ticket does not include dining, but you can buy a meal at the on-site Ylja Restaurant, at your own expense. It is led by Icelandic chef Gisli Matt, and the menu features seasonal dishes made with fresh ingredients from nearby farms, fisheries, and greenhouses.
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