Hvammsvik Hot Springs Entry with Return Transfer from Reykjavik

Hvammsvík Hot Springs

Hvammsvík Hot Springs is a small geothermal bathing area on the beach in Hvalfjörður, north of Reykjavik. Several pools of varying temperature sit right at the edge of the sea, filled with naturally heated water, and some of them are shaped and refreshed by the rising and falling tide, so the experience changes through the day.

Unlike the busier spas around the capital, it feels quiet and natural, and the views across the fjord to the mountains are excellent. People searching for a Hvammsvík Hot Springs tour from Reykjavik usually want to combine relaxation with a scenic drive, and the coach transfer makes this easy without renting a car.

The pools and facilities

Your ticket gives you access to all the geothermal pools and facilities. The temperature differs from pool to pool and changes with the tide, so you can move between warmer and cooler ones until you find your favourite. Changing rooms and showers are included, and the site has simple facilities.

Swimsuits and towels are not included, but you can hire them on site. Food and drinks are also sold there, so you can buy a snack in between soaks and keep your energy up. Remember to shower before entering the pools, and drink water while you relax.

Hvalfjörður fjord

Hvalfjörður, which means Whale Fjord, is a long fjord surrounded by mountains, with a road that follows its shore. During the Second World War it was used as a naval base, and today it is popular for quiet drives and hikes. Not far away is Glymur, one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls, reached by a hiking trail.

The fjord setting is what makes Hvammsvík special, with steam rising from the pools on cool days and mountains reflected in calm water. For many visitors it is the highlight of a relaxing day outside Reykjavik, and a good alternative to the crowded lagoons.

Getting there from Reykjavik

How to get to Hvammsvík Hot Springs is the first question many people ask, since public transport is limited. With this ticket, the coach takes you from Reykjavik to the springs and back. With the pickup option, we collect you from selected hotels and locations in central Reykjavik, starting about thirty minutes before departure.

If you choose the meeting-point option, be at the BSI Bus Terminal at least fifteen minutes before your departure; hotel transport is not included in that case. The total trip lasts about four and a half hours, which includes the drive and time at the springs.