Shore excursion from Akureyri to Godafoss and Botanical Garden
Overview
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Reserve your spot on our exclusive small-group shore excursion—perfect for personalized attention and quick pacing. We use just one premium 8-passenger van or 4x4 vehicle for 5-6 guests, ensuring no crowds and agile transport on Iceland's roads.
Tour Flow:
- Pickup at Akureyri cruise port
- 30-40-minute drive to Goðafoss
- 90-minute stop (explore both sides, photos, café with view)
- 45-minute return drive
- Flexible drop-off options (passenger choice): Botanical Garden (90 min), town center (visit/shop), or direct to ship/port
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Godafoss
Goðafoss is a the most famous waterfall in northern Iceland, known for its wide, curved shape and powerful cascades. Its name means “Waterfall of the Gods”.
Akureyri Botanical Garden
Akureyri Botanical Garden is the biggest botanical garden in Iceland, known for its rich collection of native and foreign plants. Located near the Arctic Circle, it showcases thousands of species that thrive in cold climates, making it a unique and peaceful place for visitors.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Icelandic Chocolate
Parking Fees
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals
Breakfast
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Shore excursion from Akureyri to Godafoss and Botanical Garden
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Waterfall was nice, we...
Mariah P,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Waterfall was nice, we didn’t know till halfway thru the tour that the botanical gardens weren't open. So that was a bit frustrating, as we were looking forward to that. The tour did accommodate going to Santa’s house so that was nice! Biggest issue I had with the tour was the transportation, it’s a small sized suv and we were crammed in the backseat of it so we had small windows, really couldn’t see out while driving and our legs were cramped up knees to chest. If I had known the vehicle was that small, not sure I still would have booked this tour unfortunately.
Great Personalized Tour
K6278OJamandas,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour turned out to be a wonderful experience, especially since it ended up being a private tour with just the four of us. That made it feel much more personal and relaxed. Our guide played a very informative audio presentation along the way, which added a lot to the experience and helped us learn more about the area. We stopped at the waterfalls and had plenty of time to explore, enjoy the scenery, and take lots of pictures. The guide was also very accommodating and even offered to take photos for us, which we really appreciated. We also had time to stop at the souvenir store, which had a wide variety of gifts, trinkets, and some really great coffee. We were early in the season for the gardens so we opted to go to the church in town and a grocery store to get chocolate and see the different food items. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and well-paced tour that we would definitely recommend!
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