Exclusive Westman Islands Adventure - A Private Day Tour

by Prime Tours · South Coast

4.3· 8 Google reviews of the operator
  • Luxury
  • Suits older travellers
  • Good with teenagers
  • Can be tailored

from €1,890.26 per vehicle

Next departure: Thu 22 Oct

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Exclusive Westman Islands Adventure - A Private Day Tour — Prime Tours
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Heimaklettur (Home-cliff) on the Westman Islands near the South Coast of Iceland
Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands) near the South Coast of Iceland

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  • Duration

    12 hours

  • Difficulty

    Moderate

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Vestmannaeyjabær

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English

  • Departs

    08:00

  • Cancellation

    Cancelling costs 50% of the price within 2 days of departure.

About this experience

Discover Iceland’s hidden gem on a private day tour to the Westman Islands. This exclusive adventure takes you to a volcanic paradise, brimming with breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history, and remarkable wildlife.

 Begin your journey with a scenic ferry ride to Heimaey, the only inhabited island in the archipelago. With your private guide, explore dramatic lava fields, awe-inspiring bird cliffs, and the site of a powerful volcanic eruption. Witness puffins in their natural habitat and hear stories of resilience from the islands’ history.

 Tailored to your interests, this tour can include hikes up volcanic trails, visits to historic landmarks, and moments of tranquility by the coast. Each step is an immersion into the raw beauty of Iceland.

 With round-trip transport, a dedicated guide, and a flexible itinerary, this is the perfect Icelandic escape for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

Highlights:

  • Private Guided Exploration: Enjoy a personalized tour led by an expert guide, tailored to your interests and pace
  • Scenic Ferry Ride: Cruise to Heimaey, the only inhabited Westman Island, and take in stunning ocean views
  • Volcanic Landscapes: Discover dramatic lava fields and the site of the famous 1973 eruption
  • Puffin Watching: See these charming birds up close at their natural nesting grounds (seasonal)
  • Historical Insights: Learn about the resilient communities and rich history of the Westman Islands

     Ready to uncover the magic of the Westman Islands? Book your private tour now to secure your spot.
     

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

Included

Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Ferry ride to/from Westman Islands

Not included

Excluded

  • Food & Drinks

Good to know

We recommend travelers check the weather forecast for the Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar) and dress accordingly. 

This is a private tour in a private vehicle. Your driver will attend to your needs if you need any assistance. This is a family friendly tour and vehicles can be supplied with child seats included with no extra charge. We offer wheelchair accessible vehicles for travelers with limited mobility. 

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 50% of the price within 2 days of departure. 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 a forecast the operator judges unsafe. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Prime 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 the cutoff shown above, the operator's policy after that.

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

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

Prime Tours is one of 204 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 Prime Tours

Read all 8 reviews on Google →

Operator rating 4.3/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Brian Pike

    ★★★★★ · 6 years ago

    While I booked a wheelchair-friendly tour from Iceland Unlimited, they ended up being a middle-man for another company, which in this case, was Prime Tours. But, I'm so glad it happened! This tour company and tour guide were absolutely amazing! From a wheelchair user's standpoint, it was great. The van was neither too large nor too small. Our guide helped out with everything from pushing up a ramp to transfers to a seat in the van. And whatever else I may've needed as a wheelchair user, our guide would gladly have tried to help us out with! From a tour perspective, our guide was GREAT! He knew history, geology, social issues and so much more. He never got tired of my questions, and he enjoyed sharing all about his country with us. One of my favorite memories is going through a gift shop and while my wife was finding some things, he was telling me more about the elves, trolls, and runes I've been seeing on things. Also, the bus itself was smaller than larger tour busses so we got to travel to some places that a larger tour could not. And, of course, Iceland itself is just plain beautiful! So, thank you, Prime Tours for your great job! I don't think I can recommend you enough to other perspective users! If we ever get back there, I hope to connect with you all again.

  • Ari Savulahti

    ★ · 2 months ago

    Not to be trusted! Had a bus reserved from and to Keflavik airport and they failed miserably. On monday there was no bus to pick our group from the airport, apparently the driver had missed his appointment and not left to the airport. Got a replacement bus 2 hours later, with an angry driver and no apologies. On friday we called to make sure our bus was ok for saturday and they said it was set and secure. On saturday, no bus! Tried calling and the only answer was that someone will call back which never happened. Finally the bus arrived 1 hour late and with no excuses or apologies. So if You book with this company, please book 1 or 2 hours earlier than when you need their bus.

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

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