Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Iceland’s south coast hits fast. This day tour pairs an up-close Lava Show in Vík with stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, two of the area’s biggest waterfall moments. You also get time to breathe in Vík itself, a village known for its dramatic coastline and black sand beach views. Two things I really like: the … Read more
That mix of sea monsters and molten rock is rare. In Reykjavik, you get whale watching in Faxaflói Bay followed by a live lava show that brings Iceland’s geology into a controlled, safe setting. I like that it’s not just sightseeing. You’ll also get actual explanations about whales, plus a guided look at volcanic activity … Read more
A hibachi-style night with Icelandic flair. This prebooked meal at Flame Restaurant turns 7-course teppanyaki into a Japanese-meets-Iceland dinner, using ingredients like beef, langoustine, salmon, lamb, and Skýr. I like the way the menu stays grounded in local flavors, and I also enjoy how the grill work becomes a photo-friendly mini performance led by Chef … Read more
Fire and food in one tight show. This Reykjavík meal is built around teppanyaki on an iron grill and an open-flame fire performance, with a 7-course tasting menu featuring fresh Icelandic ingredients. I especially like that the menu leans hard into local seafood and meats, so it feels like Iceland food using Japanese grill technique. … Read more
That south coast day is pure electricity. This private Fire and Ice tour strings together waterfalls, black sand, a glacier walk, and the Icelandic Lava Show in one long, well-paced loop from Reykjavik. I especially like how the day feels guided in the best way: guides such as Levi and Einar are praised for clear … Read more
Real lava, indoors, in Vík. At Icelandic Lava Show, you watch a recreated volcanic eruption using real molten lava poured just meters away. I love the chance to experience volcano power in a way you can actually see and hear, and I love how the guide turns the science into a story you follow right … Read more
Molten lava, safely close to you. The Lava Show in Vík is one of the few places in Iceland where you can experience real lava up close—safely—so you can see it flow, hear it sizzle, and feel the heat from the same room. Pre-booking matters here, because the ticket is your key to getting in. … Read more
Real lava in Reykjavik is the whole point. This show turns Icelandic volcanism into a hands-on, sensory performance, with a live pour that recreates an eruption using superheated magma. I love that you get real molten lava plus an easy-to-follow science presentation. If you want more comfort and extra access, the Premium upgrade adds a … Read more
Real lava heat in a city room. The Lava Show in Reykjavík takes you right up to real flowing lava (recreated in a safe setup) and then turns it into an entertaining geology lesson. I love how you can actually feel the heat while staying comfortable and guided, and I love the host-led show format … Read more