Top Akureyri Winter Sports

Check off plenty off northern Iceland’s natural attractions on this half-day tour to Lake Myvatn from Akureyri. Keep your camera poised as you visit roaring waterfalls, stroll around Lake Mývatn, and take in the treasures of lava fields. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the tour also includes a visit to Námaskard, a volcanic region with boiling mud pots.

Make the most of your time on land with this shore excursion from Akureryi Port. This comprehensive tour takes you to see some of Iceland's most picturesque natural wonders at Lake Myvatn and Godafoss waterfall. It also includes an optional stop at the Myvatn Nature Baths, if your cruise schedule allows.

The fantastic scenery of Eyjafjörður will lay at our feet on this tour around the wild artic nature of North Iceland. We offer a fully guided outdoor adventure for you where the main focus is to enjoy without hectic. The winter wonderland of Eyjafjörður is magnificent and the experience of enjoying this view while snowshoeing makes this tour unique. On our way through the snowy winter nature we will enjoy hot chocolate and biscuits.

Besides going on a dog sledding trip, we have samples of most of Iceland's nature; forest in the countryside by the mountain fjord and the sea. We invite our guests into our home before and after the sleigh ride, where you can change clothes, use the bathroom, have something hot to drink, cuddle the dogs and chat about their lives.

The Lake Mývatn snowmobile safari is an unique tour through the Mývatn outback. Explore the area from a new perspective and enjoy an adventurous day in the Icelandic Highlands. Only 70min drive from Akureyri City.

Make the most of your time ashore in North Iceland—and visit three popular attractions in one trip—on this half-day shore excursion. Set off from Akureyri Port by coach and join like-minded travelers as you explore the Goðafoss Waterfall and Laufás Turf Houses and Museum. Before returning to your ship, take a dip in the natural hot springs at the Forest Lagoon, and enjoy a beverage in the swim-up bar (extra expense).

Walk with us on a two hour tour in the white solitude of Héðinsfjörður, home to generations of North Icelanders.  While Siglufjörður became the happening town of Iceland at the start of the 20th century, the farmers in its neighboring Héðinsfjörður continued its rural agricultural existence. In both regions, winters could be unforgiving, and the history of region is a fascinating reminder of the stubbornness and perseverance that characterized Iceland for centuries. We will snowshoe through this beautiful area, sharing stories of generations past.