Witness two awe-inspiring spectacles in one epic tour - the Whale Watching and Lava Show Combo offers an extraordinary opportunity to encounter majestic marine life and witness the raw power of nature's volcanic forces!
Tour Operator: Elding Adventure at Sea
This tour is a combination of Elding's Classic Whale Watching tour and the Lava Show in Reykjavík, where you can immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and witness the magnificent whales and the fiery forces of volcanic activity of Iceland!
Start times:
09:00 - Starts with Whale Watching at 09:00 & Lava Show at 14:00
13:00 - Starts with Whale Watching at 13:00 & Lava Show at 18:00
Begin your combo experience with a whale watching tour from Reykjavík's charming Old Harbour. Equipped with vessels designed for optimal viewing and comfort, you'll embark on a journey into the open waters, surrounded by stunning panoramic views. The tour combines education, conservation, and breathtaking encounters with the magnificent whales and dolphins that call Iceland their home. Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable and passionate guides share fascinating insights and create a captivating atmosphere by narrating the natural history of the whales and provide an engaging commentary on the surrounding marine ecosystem.
After the whale watching tour it is time to make your own way to Grandi harbour district where you will find the one-of-a-kind Lava Show. The show begins with a short welcome by the host and then a short educational video about Icelandic volcanism, the volcanoes close by - with special emphasis on the largest volcano eruptions in Icelandic history and the volcanic dangers surrounding the capital area. In order to recreate a miniature volcano eruption, real lava from the 1918 Katla eruption is superheated and once molten, it is poured it into a showroom full of people. As the audience sits safe in their seats yet only a few feet away from the flowing lava, it is mesmerising to see, hear, smell and feel the incredible heat that radiates from it. It truly is a sensational experience and completely different from everything else you've ever witnessed before. After the show, you are sure to see Iceland with different eyes and a newfound appreciation for nature!
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before each tour starts.
It gets hot in the showroom when the lava pours in so people are advised to remove some layers of clothing before the show starts. The show is a safe experience and the heat should not be an issue but pregnant women, people with infants, and people with cardiovascular diseases are recommended to sit in the back and/or close to the exits just to be on the safe side. While the show is family friendly, it may not be best suited for the very youngest age group (0-4 years).
Start your combo experience by going on a whale watching tour in Faxaflói bay with a pioneering company in sea adventures. Search for the whales and dolphins that call Iceland their home and learn more about the special creatures that live in our oceans.
Witness a recreation of a miniature volcano eruption, as real lava from the 1918 Katla eruption is superheated and once molten, it is poured into a showroom full of people. It is an incredible, unforgettable experience. And as the audience sits safe in their seats yet only a few feet away from the flowing lava, it is mesmerizing to see, hear, smell and feel the incredible heat that radiates from it.