The Best of Vestmannaeyjar with Ebbi
Overview
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2 hours
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AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY LED BY THE LEGENDARY EBBI!
Join Ebbi, your friendly and knowledgeable local guide, on an exhilarating journey through the stunning landscapes of Heimaey.Our Best of Vestmannaeyjar tour captures the very essence of Iceland’s natural beauty and rich culture, offering you memories that will last a lifetime.
Get up close to nature: Experience the awe-inspiring power of a volcano and immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of our stunning island.
Step back in time: Dive into Viking history at the Viking Town and explore ancient traditions that shaped our homeland.
Uncover hidden gems: Ebbi will take you on a journey to the secrets that only locals know, making your trip unforgettable.
This tour also includes a Viking experience in the charming Viking Town, nestled in a valley surrounded by majestic mountains. Step inside a traditional turf house, and taste authentic Icelandic delicacies.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Departure point is at the harbour in Vestmannaeyjar
Operator does not offer pick-up/transfer service
Please check in at least 15 minutes before departure time
This tour is not suitable for children under 3 years old.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Admission to the Viking Town
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Operator does not offer pick-up/transfer service
What To Expect
See your guide to the local islander sport
Herjolfsdalur
Old volcano crater and where Kaplagjóta is
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The Best of Vestmannaeyjar with Ebbi
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Companion8381,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ebbi was knowledgeable and humorous and great at communicating about the history of the island as its native son. He started the tour off by pulling out a rescued baby puffin and amazingly, it got better from there with seeing gorgeous views, learning of the island’s history, and of course, the highlight of seeing the puffins.
Terrific Tour
Margo R,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ebbi really made the Island come alive. His knowledge of the history of Heimaey and his description of life on the island along with his great sense of humor made this trip unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour!
Want to learn about the islands...
Maria A,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Do you want to learn about the islands genuinely and authentically with a guide who can rhetorically capture your interest? Born and raised on the island. Book!
Great day of history!
AndyJo1974,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic tour with Ebbi! He was personable, funny, and very passionate about his home and its history. Highly recommend taking this tour!
Fun tour with Ebbi.
Trail692515,
Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Group of 15 Icelanders came and EBBI took us on a tour. Totally recommend him. He is full of facts and information. He´s a fun and full of life. Recommend taking a tour with him.
Ebbi is awesome!
markrS6729YU,
Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ebbi was a fantastic guide! We came on a rainy day in early April so it ended up being a private tour. I had no idea Ebbi would be such a true local- his family goes back to 1170! Highly recommend any tour with Ebbi!
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E2586PPdavids,
Oct 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the tour last minute on arrival to the island.So glad we did, Ebbi was amazing with local knowledge and jokes in between. Saw some unbelievable sites and information from Ebbi was very interesting to know whilst there admiring the views.He also took pics of us with our phones.Would highly recommend this tour first class!
Best island tour
gabriellap380,
Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a lovely tour, so much interesting facts, delivered in perfect English by friendly Ebbi. We are so glad that we did this instead of the boat tour as we got to see and experience so much in a short time. We loved this small island too and it’s fascinating history.
Highlight of our travels in Iceland!
GreenInkStudio,
May 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're in Iceland, it's worth taking the ferry over to the Westman Islands just to take this tour with Ebbi. This was definitely a highlight of our travels in Iceland. Ebbi is a fantastic tour guide: personable, extremely knowledgeable, and a great story-teller. We covered the island and learned so much about its fascinating history, lore, and geology. Ebbi draws on his family history and personal experiences to bring it all to life. Definitely don’t miss the small Viking "wax museum": interesting history and mythology, plus several great-looking wax figures. (On a related note: be sure to ask Ebbi to tell you about what he transported from the USA in two suitcases!)
Highly recommend this tour for visitors
seand721,
Oct 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We would highly recommend this tour to visitors of the island. Ebbi, with over 1000 years of family heritage on the island hosts an incredible tour. Entertaining and knowledgeable, he makes the experience relevant for all ages. We are so glad we did this tour and can’t thank Ebbi enough for his great hospitality.
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