Excursion Vök nature baths tour at Seydisfjordur

Relax and unwind amidst the tranquil waters of Vök, geothermal floating pools located on gorgeous Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland, during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Seyðisfjörður Town, East Iceland, Lake Urriðavatn, Vök Baths, Underwater Hot Springs

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the Vök Baths, located on gorgeous Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland, the Vök Baths boasts a collection of serene geothermal floating pools. Throughout the centuries, people living around Lake Urriðavatn noticed certain spots on the lake that curiously did not freeze in the wintertime. The Icelandic name given to these ice-free patches is Vök (plural: Vakir), and their source was discovered to be underwater hot springs streaming up to warm the surface from deep under the lake. Before the hot water was discovered, people were convinced that there was a monster living on the bottom of the lake that either melted or broke the ice.

Floating Pools, Soothing and Relaxing Soak, Lovely Lake Surrounds

Completed in the summer of 2019, Vök Baths boasts the country's first and only series of floating pools. The design and architecture of Vök Baths complements and embellishes the essential qualities of the environment, to communicate deep respect for Icelandic nature. Upon arrival, change into your bathing attire and enter the hot water, which is renowned for its therapeutic properties, within and surrounded by the lake. During your soothing and relaxing soak, enjoy the beauty and serenity of your surrounds. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Seyðisfjörður Town, East Iceland, Lake Urriðavatn, Vök Baths, Underwater Hot Springs, Floating Pools, Soothing and Relaxing Soak, Lovely Lake Surrounds

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 164 yards (about 150 metres), at times over slippery surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and in/out of the baths. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, bathing attire, flip-flops, towels, a change of clothing, and a weatherproof jacket from the ship. Cameras, including cell phone cameras, are forbidden inside the locker room.