A half-day shore excursion from Seyðisfjörður that pairs the sculpted cascade of Gufufoss with a soak in Vök Baths’ floating geothermal pools. Expect easy walking, dramatic fjord views, and warm mineral water set on Lake Urriðavatn.
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You step off the ship into a narrow fjord air that tastes of salt and river stone. A short ride up Fjarðarheiði opens into raw East Iceland—remote ridgelines cut by glacier-fed valleys, and a road that curves to reveal Gufufoss tumbling over volcanic bedrock.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; suitable for most fitness levels with short, gentle walks and standing at viewpoints
Wildlife
History
Seyðisfjörður grew as a trading port with strong Norwegian ties; its wooden architecture and church reflect 19th-century maritime culture.
Conservation
Vök Baths operate with mindful geothermal use and the region emphasizes staying on marked trails to protect fragile tundra and freshwater systems.
Reserve your spot on the Seyðisfjörður Tour Gufufoss Waterfall and Vök Baths today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring swimwear and a quick-dry towel
Pools at Vök Baths require swimwear; a quick-dry towel and a warm layer for after your soak make the experience more comfortable.
Waterproof outer layer for the falls
Gufufoss produces spray and wind can be sharp—use a waterproof jacket to stay dry during the short walk.
Charge and protect your camera
Spray and mist near the waterfall demand a protective case or zip-top bag for electronics.
Time for daylight and transport
Tours run as a 4-hour shore excursion—confirm your ship’s docking and return times to avoid conflicts.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against spray at Gufufoss and sudden coastal winds.
fall
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Required for Vök Baths and useful year-round when bathing is possible.
summer
Insulating mid-layer
Keeps you warm after the soak—temperatures can drop quickly near the lake.
spring
Waterproof shoes or sturdy sneakers
Provides traction on wet paths and light trails around the falls and shore.
winter