Westmanna Islands (Luxury - Private tour)

by KFJ Luxury Tours · South Coast

Luxury
Self-guided

from €1,978.38 per vehicle

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Westmanna Islands (Luxury - Private tour) — KFJ Luxury Tours

Duration
12 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Vestmannaeyjabær
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Start time
Time agreed after booking
Cancellation
No refund once booked

About this experience

Our Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands) private tour allows you to experience the beautiful island Vestmannaeyjar just south of the south coast of Iceland in a private vehicle with your own driver-guide. The tour starts with a pickup at your accommodation in the greater metropolitan area of Reykjavik. From there we head east towards the southern coastline where the harbor Landeyjarhöfn awaits our arrival to take us to the beautiful Westman Islands.

What to expect:

Magnificent nature
The charming village Vestmannaeyjarbær
Eldfell volcano
Eldheimar volcano museum
Walking tour through a puffin nesting area
Fun activities (Available as a tour add-on)

The charming village Vestmannaeyjarbær

This private tour takes you to the lovely island of Vestmannaeyjar where you can experience beautiful nature, great food and tons of amusing activities. With a population of approx. 4.300 people, this friendly fisherman village is full of both history and scenic wonders.

Eldfell volcano

On January 23rd 1973 a strange sound of thunder fills the air on Vestmannaeyjar. The earth trembles and the sky lights up with a red and orange glow. A 1500 meter long volcanic fissure erupted at the edge of the town only 200 meters from the nearest houses. About half of the town was lost to the flowing lava. The eruption caused the 200 meter high volcano Eldfell to form. The island was evacuated during the event and once the eruption drew to a close the inhabitants of the island eventually returned and had to dig out their homes from under hills of ash.

Eldheimar volcano museum

An excellent exhibition depicting the story of the eruption on Heimaey in 1973 and how it affected the residents on the island. You also get the story of Surtsey, an island south of Vestmannaeyjar that formed after an underwater eruption making it the youngest land in Europe.

Walking tour through a puffin nesting area

Scenic walking tour through the puffin nesting area Stórhöfði in the southern most point of Iceland

Description from the operator, KFJ Luxury Tours. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Vestmannaeyjarbær
Eldfell volvano
Eldheimar volvano museum

Not included

Additional admission: Optional: Rib tour Adults 11.900kr., Children 6.500kr.
Ferry ride: 7,000kr per person

Cancellation for this tour

No refund once booked. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

Who this is not for

Not a good fit if you want a relaxed day: 12 hours is a long time on the road, most of it spent getting there and back.
Not the one to book if your dates might move: this operator does not refund once booked.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

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Dan C
★★★★★ · a year ago
My wife and I just returned from four unforgettable days with Sveinn and Ivar—two days with each of these extraordinary guides—and the experience opened our minds in new ways. Our journey wove together epic highland hikes with shorter explorations of the South Coast’s most breathtaking treasures. Many of these hidden gems would have remained undiscovered without the expertise and passion of our guides, who not only led us to incredible places but also brought them to life through the rich history and folklore of Iceland. Iceland is a land of raw beauty—vast, dramatic, and untamed—and this trip demonstrated to us that it can’t be captured in a single visit. We’re already imagining our next adventure with Iceland Luxury Tours. Thank you Sveinn and Ivar!
Amanda McKeen
★★★★★ · 2 years ago
Amazing Experience with Iceland Luxury Tours! I had the pleasure of having Ivar as my guide during my recent trip to Iceland, and I must say, it was an experience beyond my expectations. From the moment we met, Ivar provided more than just guiding services; he became a teacher, a storyteller, and a companion. His wealth of knowledge about Iceland's history, culture, politics, religion, and language was shared eloquently and precisely. His personal anecdotes and memories added a personal touch that made the trip truly special. Ivar created a safe and relaxed space for open conversations, some serious and impactful, and others lighthearted and humorous. He handled everything with ease and professionalism, making me feel comfortable and valued throughout the journey. I have no doubt that my trip to Iceland wouldn't have been the same without Ivar. His kindness, compassion, and mastery of his craft were evident every step of the way. I wholeheartedly recommend Iceland Luxury Tours and Ivar to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland. I look forward to my next trip and hope to have Ivar as my guide again. Thank you, Ivar, for an incredible experience! Amanda
Katlin Corum
★★★★★ · 4 years ago
My first trip to Iceland, I rented a car thinking I could do my first solo trip all on my own. However the first night there we got way more snow than I’ve ever seen in North Carolina and I was afraid to try to drive alone, especially in regions I wasn’t familiar with. Fortunately, Iceland Luxury Tours were able to pick me up last minute. The owner went out of his way to accommodate me and I cannot thank him enough. He was so polite, knowledgeable, and fun to be around it felt as if I spent the day with old time friends. They have all the proper equipment to trek through the terrains of Iceland regardless of the weather. My first day in Iceland, on my first solo trip ever, was literally saved by them and I could not recommend this company enough!
Sjakon Tahija
★★★★★ · a year ago
My wife and I spent 5 days touring Southern Iceland and staying at a different luxurious hotel every evening. We had an excellent 4WD Off-road vehicle and a wonderful guide Ivar Palsson. Ivar knew all the history of the different places and due to his history of hiking glaciers was also our personal guide to take my wife and I on the glacier. I have no hesitation to recommend Iceland Luxury Tours an Ivar if you want a hassle free luxury adventure 😊

Reviews from Google · updated 23 Oct 2026

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