Natural Pools

Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Located in only a 5-minute drive from Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in the East, Vök Baths is an essential stop on any visit to this part of the country. At Vök Baths you will find, floating geothermal pools with infinity view, two on shore hot pools, a sauna, cold water spray tunnel, tea bar, an in water pool bar, and the on-site restaurant Vök Bistro.

Laugarfell is located in the eastern part of the Icelandic Highlands, a bit north from Mount Snæfell. There are only two km.from the road that leads to Kárahnjúkar to Laugarfell and it is the only part of the road that is not paved. In the summer there is good access to Laugarfell in all kinds of vehicles. Laugarfell offers accommodation for 28 people. Two natural pools are located in Laugarfell and according to old folk tales the water is known for its healing powers. There are many interesting tracking paths around Laugarfell and a number of beautiful waterfalls. Additionally, one can expect to see reindeer wandering around the area of Laugarfell. Laugarfell is open from the 1st of June to 30 of September.We open by agreement during the winter time.

Laugavalladalur is a lush green oasis west of the Jökulsá á Dal, about 20 km north of the Kárahnjúkar Dam. Near the ruins of an old farm you will find a small geothermal stream that flows into the valley’s main river. Here, a unique natural “shower” forms where the warm water cascades over a cliff, creating a perfect spot to bathe under the waterfall. Visitors can enjoy a refreshing soak in this natural hot stream while surrounded by the peaceful highland landscape. However, be careful to test the water before entering, as the temperature can sometimes rise well above comfortable bathing levels.