Private and All-Inclusive 10.5-Hour Westman Islands Tour from Reykjavik

Discover the treasures of the Westman Islands on this exclusive day tour from Reykjavik. Travelers seeking an all-inclusive, private experience visiting top attractions like the Beluga Whale Sanctuary and the Eldheimar Museum should book this tour now.

Your day trip begins with a pick-up from your Reykjavik accommodation. You'll travel in a comfortable minibus for up to eight passengers, making this an excellent option for groups, families, or those who like a spacious vehicle.

Private tours are a fantastic way to maximize your sightseeing time. You don't need to wait for anyone other than those in your party, and you can have plenty of interaction with your guide.

Enjoy a relaxing journey to the Westman Islands as you watch the beautiful scenery unfold from your window. Your knowledgeable guide can share information about Iceland's attractions and landscapes, or you can enjoy a quiet ride.

This excursion features everything you need and luxuries you'll appreciate for an unforgettable day. It includes complimentary hot tea, bottled water, and snacks on board. Free Wi-Fi ensures you can stay connected if you wish.

The tour includes your return ferry transfer to the island, a buffet lunch, and all entrance fees, so you won't need to worry about unexpected costs.

After a pleasant minibus ride to the South Coast, you'll board the ferry to Heimaey, the largest and only inhabited island in the Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands) archipelago. Watch for the playful dolphins and majestic whales that call these waters home.

When you arrive on the island, your guide will take you to the Eldheimar Museum to glimpse the island's fiery past. The museum focuses on Heimaey's 1973 volcanic eruption, which destroyed almost 400 homes and businesses (about one-third of the island's buildings).

Heimaey's entire population, over 5,000 people, fled the island, unsure whether they could ever return. Visitors can learn about the dramatic event at the museum and its effects on Icelanders. The exhibition's prominent piece is an excavated family home buried in lava and ash for 40 years, a striking way to tell the stories of the local people.

Next, your guide will take you to some of the island's natural highlights. 

During summer, Heimaey is a haven for puffins and other birdlife. Kittiwakes, gannets, gulls, and guillemots are other species you might spot on the rocky cliffs.

You'll also check out Elephant Rock, a spectacular formation offering an excellent photo opportunity. 

Enjoy views of Surtsey Island on a clear day at the island's south end. This fascinating land mass is a young island, only formed after a 1963 eruption. It provides a canvas for scientists to study the development of plant and animal life without human interference.

Your guide will also lead you on a hike through the Herjolfsdalur valley. Marvel at the restored Viking houses for insights into the lives of Icelandic settlers.

After a delicious buffet lunch, you'll visit the Beluga Whale Sanctuary. Learn about the whales and why they are there, plus see the resident rescued puffins and find out how the center cares for them.

At the end of a memorable day, you'll catch the ferry back to the mainland and then ride in your private minibus back to Reykjavik.

Don't miss the chance to explore the Westman Islands with a private guide on this full-day all-inclusive tour from Reykjavik. Check availability now by choosing a date.