Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik

by Iceland Premium Tours · Puffins · private · Reykjavík

4.8(18) · operator on Google
Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik — Iceland Premium Tours

Would this be cheaper direct? No — we sell at Iceland Premium Tours's own price and take our commission from them, not from you. What you get here is one checkout across operators, one confirmation, and one place to change or cancel it. If you ever find it cheaper on their own site, tell us and we will match it or explain why we cannot.

More photos of Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik

Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik, photo 6Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik, photo 7Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik, photo 8Full Day Private Vestmannaeyjar Tour From Reykjavik, photo 9

9 photos from Iceland Premium Tours. Tap any one for the full-size original.

  • Duration

    12 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    May – Sep

  • Starts in

    Reykjavík

  • Meeting

    Hotel pickup available

  • Languages

    EN

  • Departs

    08:00

  • Cancellation

    Free until 2 days before

About this experience

Experience the captivating allure of Iceland's Westman Islands through our exclusive private 4x4 jeep tour departing from Reykjavik. Nestled off the South Coast, these volcanic gems often remain undiscovered by many, yet they harbor an abundance of natural wonders awaiting your exploration.

Commence this extraordinary journey by being whisked away from your Reykjavik accommodation in our luxurious 4x4 jeep, embarking on a scenic drive along the breathtaking Icelandic South Coast. En route, revel in the stunning landscapes that adorn your path, culminating at Landeyjahöfn, a quaint harbor near the renowned Seljalandsfoss waterfall.

The next chapter of this adventure unfolds as we board a ferry headed to the Westman Islands, also known as Vestmannaeyjar in Icelandic. A brief 30-40-minute cruise treats you to mesmerizing vistas of the islands, offering glimpses of their unique cliffs and undulating slopes. Rest assured, our luxury jeep accompanies us on the ferry, ensuring seamless comfort as we transition to exploring these extraordinary islands.

We set sail toward Heimaey, the largest and only inhabited island of the archipelago, which is a spectacular product of underwater volcanic eruptions. 

While on the Westman Islands, immerse yourself in the islands' volcanic legacy at Eldheimar Museum, an interactive museum constructed around the remnants of a house consumed by lava during the Eldfell volcano eruption of 1973.

Eldheimar Museum not only narrates the history of the Westman Islands but also commemorates the colossal Eldfell eruption. This catastrophic event compelled residents to evacuate, reshaped the island's terrain, and stands testament to the unwavering resilience of the Icelandic people, an integral tale to comprehend when traversing these picturesque lands.

you can opt for a hike up Eldfell volcano, allowing you to touch the still-warm rocks from the eruption and witness the raw grandeur of newly formed lava fields, a testament to the islands' tumultuous geological past.

Continuing our private luxury expedition across the Westman Islands, we venture towards Stórhöfi, Europe's windiest point. Here, you can savor panoramic views of the islands in all their splendor, you might meet curious sheep and, during their seasonal visit, delight in observing puffins gracing these shores.

Our journey progresses to Herjólfsdalur, an idyllic valley ensconced by cliffs and verdant hills. Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance, behold the majestic Elephant Rock, and explore the vestiges of the original settlers' farmhouse, relics echoing the island's rich historical tapestry.

Concluding our island exploration, we bid adieu to the Westman Islands, boarding the ferry for the return journey to Reykjavik. As the day draws to a close, our tour ends by dropping you off at your accommodation, marking the culmination of an unforgettable Private Luxury Vestmannaeyjar Jeep Tour, leaving you with cherished memories of this extraordinary Westman Islands odyssey.

Description from the operator, Iceland Premium Tours. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Tour Highlights

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (in Reykjavik Metropolitan area)
  • Transport by private luxury jeep 
  • Round trip ferry transport 
  • Entrance fee to Eldheimar museum
  • English speaking guide
  • Free WiFi on board our luxury jeep

Not included

  • Meals
  • Any other activity not included

Good to know

  • Warm and waterproof clothing
  • Comfortable waterproof walking shoes
  • Hats, mittens and scarves
  • This is a luxury tour onboard our modified 4x4 jeep/SUV, which guarantees a unique experience of Iceland at a slower pace and with your own private guide.
  • Pick-up/drop-off from your accommodation in Reykjavik, please confirm at time of booking.
  • Pick-up and drop-off are possible from Keflavik Airport or outside Reykjavik metropolitan area, with an additional charge. Please let us know when booking.
  • There is a café on the ferry for food, drinks and snacks. 
  • The weather in Iceland can be quite unpredictable. Occasionally, especially during winter, the tour itinerary might be altered if weather and road conditions are unfavorable.
  • Due to limited daylight hours during winter, much driving will be done in the dark. Some sites might be visited in dusk or darkness during the winter months (November to February) or even skipped.
  • Puffins are only visible in Iceland during the summer months (May-August) and sightings, although very likely on the Westman Islands, are not guaranteed. 

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 2 days before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is sea state — the skipper decides an hour or two before departure. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Iceland Premium Tours decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 2 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Sold out on your date?

Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.

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.
  • Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.

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

Why we list it

Iceland Premium Tours is one of 154 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →

What travellers say about Iceland Premium Tours

Read all 18 reviews on Google →

Operator rating 4.8/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Sam Tregunno

    ★★★★★ · 7 months ago

    We had the best experience with Örvar at Iceland Premium Tours! We booked 2 private tours over 2 days - the Golden Circle and South Island. We got to see and experience some extra things that we wouldn't have if we had taken a large bus tour, We were also able to tailor the tours to our own preferences. It was the best decision we could have made! Not only did we see some of the most incredible sights of Iceland we also learnt so much about the history and culture of Icelandic people. Örvar made us comfortable and welcome from the first moment. We would recommend Iceland Premium Tours to anyone visiting Iceland, in fact we are planning our next trip back and will be contacting them for the Iceland Ring Road tour in the summer.

  • T Mak

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    Amazing time. We spent the day seeing beautiful sights while getting to know a great man. It was a pleasure riding through the countryside with you Örvar. Thanks for the great views and conversation.

  • Kristen Stuppy

    ★★★★★ · a year ago

    We booked a private group tour for 10 adults for 5 days through Firebird Tours and they chose Iceland Premium Tours to take us to all the adventures we had planned. Gummi picked us up at the airport and took us around Reykjavik and the surrounding towns that first day and on a Golden Circle tour the following day, sharing history and answering questions along the way. Orvar, Gummi's brother and owner of the company, took us around the island the remainder of our trip. He also shared helpful Icelandic history and tales and even suggested some changes due to the weather. One suggestion was that we visit the Seljalandsfoss waterfall on our way back to our hotel instead of before a scheduled ice cave tour so we wouldn't be late due to the road conditions. The waterfall was amazing under the stars, and we had the place all to ourselves - this was much better than it would have been earlier in the day with the snow for sure! The brothers each made sure to ask if we needed food or water, or to use the facilities whenever the opportunity arose during our drives. They obviously care about the company and the people they share their country with. If we go back, we'll request Iceland Premium Tours!

  • Maile de Goeij

    ★★★★★ · 10 months ago

    What an absolutely wonderful day we had with Örvar ! We had a private tour and I can’t imagine a better guide to beautiful Iceland. Not only were the destinations breathtaking - but the history, stories and conversation were what really made the day special. Örvar and his family truly went above and beyond. We can’t wait to return and reconnect.

Reviews from Google · updated 13 Sept 2026

Read before you book

Reviews from our travellers

Only people who booked this tour through us can write here. We publish every review in full — good or bad.

No reviews yet from our travellers on this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.

Puffins — questions people ask

When can you see puffins in Iceland?

Mid-April to mid-August. Puffins arrive at the nesting cliffs in April, hatch chicks in June and leave for the open sea by late August. July is the safest month for numbers and for chicks being fed. Outside this window there are none on land, and a tour sold as a puffin tour in October is a boat ride. Reykjavík puffin boats usually run May to August; check the tour page for the exact dates each year.

Can you see puffins from Reykjavík?

Yes. Two small islands in Faxaflói, Akurey and Lundey, hold puffin colonies ten to fifteen minutes by boat from the Old Harbour. One-hour trips like Elding's classic puffin watching (/experience/1299/) circle the islands slowly; you do not land. Bring binoculars, because the boats keep a respectful distance and puffins are small. It is the easiest puffin option in Iceland and a good fit for children or a spare hour before dinner.

Where is the best place to see puffins up close?

On land, at a cliff, not from a boat. Látrabjarg in the Westfjords, Borgarfjörður eystri in the east and Dyrhólaey on the South Coast let you sit a few metres from birds that ignore you. Vestmannaeyjar has the largest colonies. Reykjavík boat trips are convenient but distant. If you are travelling the Ring Road in June or July, the puffin tour from Seyðisfjörður (/experience/973294/) gets you to the eastern cliffs with a guide.

Are puffin boat tours good for kids?

Yes, mostly. They are short, an hour or so, and stay in the sheltered bay, so seasickness is rarer than on a three-hour whale trip. Children usually enjoy the boat as much as the birds. The downside is distance: puffins look like specks without binoculars, so ask if the boat has some to borrow. Combined whale-and-puffin trips (/experience/1569/) run six hours, which is long for under-eights.

  • One checkout, any number of operators

  • Rankings are not for sale

  • 153 operators vetted, and not all of them accepted

  • If it falls short, we fix it

Pairs well with

Everything here goes into the same basket and the same single payment, however many operators it comes from.

from

€1,404 per vehicle

Check dates & book