Stand at Goðafoss — the 'Waterfall of the Gods,' where Iceland's pagan idols were cast into the torrent in the year 1000 AD — then explore the volcanic wonderland of Lake Mývatn in a single immersive half-day journey. History, geology, and spectacle combined.
What to expect
Goðafoss greets you first — a sweeping horseshoe of cascading glacial water framed by black basalt, carrying the extraordinary historical weight of Iceland's conversion to Christianity. Your guide recounts the chieftain Þorgeir's decision that changed the nation. Lake Mývatn follows, a UNESCO-protected geothermal wonderland of pseudo-craters, steaming Námaskarð fumaroles, and the jagged Dimmuborgir lava formations. The five-and-a-half-hour tour is perfectly paced for a port day — impactful without being rushed.
Good to know
Tour duration is 5.5 hours, departing from Húsavík harbour. Dress warmly in wind-proof layers; lake-shore wind can be piercing even in summer. Pre-book early as cruise-day slots are limited. Confirm exact all-aboard time with the ship before departure.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Husavik — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Husavik
- Húsavík: Big Whales & Puffin Island RIB Speedboat Tour
- Húsavík Eco-Tour: Whales & Wildlife on Sailboat Opal
- GeoSea Geothermal Sea Baths: Private Infinity Pool Over the Arctic
- Diamond Circle Full-Day Guided Tour: Dettifoss, Ásbyrgi & Mývatn
- Húsavík Whale Museum: Private Expert-Led Discovery Experience