City Guides: Things to do While Boating in Grindavik, Iceland

Sandy Allen

11 Aug 2025 — 3 min read

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Located in the heart of Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, approximately an hour from downtown Reykjavik, Grindavík blends coastal charm with raw volcanic energy. Whether you’re soaking in a milky-blue lagoon, whale-watching in the North Atlantic or trekking through fresh lava flows, this tiny fishing town packs big experiences for travelers, boaters and locals.

Blue Lagoon

Just minutes from Grindavík, the Blue Lagoon is renowned for its milky-blue, mineral-rich waters fed by the Svartsengi geothermal plant. It’s a wellness haven offering spa treatments, silica mud masks, steam baths and fine dining, all set against a dramatic backdrop of lava pools.

Fagradalsfjall Volcano

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See Iceland’s power up close by taking a break from private boat docks for rent and hiking to the Fagradalsfjall Volcano eruption site. Recent activity has carved new lava fields and fissures into the landscape. It’s an unforgettable sight for daring explorers. Trails can be steep and uneven but reveal an epic snapshot of Earth in action.

Gunnuhver & Krýsuvík

Explore the Reykjanes Geopark’s bubbling wonders at the Gunnuhver and Krýsuvík geothermal areas. Gunnuhver features dramatic steam vents and boiling mud pools cloaked in local legends. Krýsuvík boasts colorful hot springs, hissing vents and mineral-rich landscapes dotted with crater lakes. Boardwalks and signage make this a mesmerizing and educational visit.

Brimketill Lava Rock Pool

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Watch the Atlantic waves crash into this natural lava-formed pool. While swimming isn’t recommended, Brimketill is a photographer’s dream of powerful waves and volcanic rock scenery.

Mount Thorbjorn (Þorbjörn)

Rising 243 meters above Grindavík, Mount Thorbjorn, or Þorbjörn (Bear of Thor), offers sweeping views over the peninsula and even the Blue Lagoon. Its fissure, the legend-filled Thieves’ Canyon, and WWII-era jeep track make it a fascinating geology-rich hike to visit from a private boat lift rental.

Bridging Continents

Are you searching for a unique activity to experience from a private boat slip rental? At the Leif the Lucky Bridge (also known as the Bridge of Continents), you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. You won’t want to miss this stunning photo op.

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