The Iceland Eclipse Festival
A four-day celebration of music, art, science and wellness during Iceland's once-in-a-century total solar eclipse. A one-of-a-kind gathering in one of the world's most inspiring landscapes.
- Festival
- Takes place Wed 12 → Sat 15 Aug. Get Festival tickets
- Experiences
- Available Mon 3 → Sat 15 Aug.
- Camping
- Open from Sun 9 → Sun 16 Aug.
Experience details
Explore unique adventures designed to elevate your Iceland Eclipse experience.
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Tours from Reykjavík 3rd to 10th Aug
- 1–7 day guided journeys before & after the festival
- Ring Road highlights, hot springs & glacier visits
- Iconic landmarks: Gullfoss, Þingvellir & Jökulsárlón
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Helicopter Tours 9th–15th Aug
- Scenic flights over Iceland’s dramatic landscapes
- Circle Snæfellsjökull Glacier & black-sand beaches
- View waterfalls, lava fields & volcanic craters
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Day Trips in Snæfellsnes 9th–15th Aug
- Single-day excursions from the festival site
- Kayaking beneath Kirkjufell mountain
- ATV rides across lava fields
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Side Quests 12th–15th Aug
- Small-group add-ons for 20–100 guests
- Eclipse-viewing at a glacial waterfall
- Lava-cave concert & glacier party
General Info
- DatesFestival 12–15 Aug · Camping 9–16 Aug
- Location Hellissandur, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
- Age All ages welcome (under 18 must be accompanied).
- Accessibility Fully accessible (Quiet, Family & Accessible zones available)
- Questions?Check the FAQs or contact us at hallo@icelandeclipse.com
Disclaimers
- Some day trips and side quests require leaving the festival site and may overlap with scheduled programming.
- Certain tours have age restrictions — please check before booking.
- Side Quests (including Into the Glacier) may be combined when minimums are not met.
Custom dates or private tours? Contact: travel@icelandeclipse.com.
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Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Snæfellsnes is known as “Iceland in Miniature”, full of possibilities to explore glaciers, waterfalls, volcanic beaches, and lava tunnels. The festival will be hosted in and nearby the historic fishin...
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Step into a slower, softer kind of night.
This intimate side event invites guests to experience Lýsulaugar under the midnight sky, where warm geothermal water meets stillness, connection, and a touch of ritual. Designed as a gentle reset during Iceland Eclipse, the evening blends nature, simplicity, and sensory detail.
Guests will soak in the pool while enjoying signature drinks made with Icelandic mineral water, house-made rhubarb syrup, and edible flowers sourced from local farms. Everything is intentionally minimal and natural, creating a calm, almost otherworldly atmosphere.
No loud programming, no pressure, just space to float, talk, or drift quietly in the water as the night stretches on.
Includes transportation from the festival.
Pickup at 20:30. Returns around 00:00.
Bring your own towel!
This intimate side event invites guests to experience Lýsulaugar under the midnight sky, where warm geothermal water meets stillness, connection, and a touch of ritual. Designed as a gentle reset during Iceland Eclipse, the evening blends nature, simplicity, and sensory detail.
Guests will soak in the pool while enjoying signature drinks made with Icelandic mineral water, house-made rhubarb syrup, and edible flowers sourced from local farms. Everything is intentionally minimal and natural, creating a calm, almost otherworldly atmosphere.
No loud programming, no pressure, just space to float, talk, or drift quietly in the water as the night stretches on.
Includes transportation from the festival.
Pickup at 20:30. Returns around 00:00.
Bring your own towel!
Set out on an ATV adventure at the foot of the Snæfellsjökull glacier-volcano. Cross rugged tracks, ancient lava flows, and pumice fields frozen in time. With sweeping glacier views and a climb up a 1,500-year-old volcanic crater, this journey reveals the raw power of Iceland's volcanic past.
Includes:
Includes:
- From 9 to 11 and 13 to 15 August 2026
- Guided ATV ride at the base of Snæfellsjökull Glacier
- Views of crevasses, blue ice, and fresh moraines
- Ride across ancient lava and pumice fields
- Exploration of a 1,500-year-old volcanic crater
- Roundtrip transportation from the festival site in Hellissandur
Kayak through the serene waters of Grundarfjörður with the majestic Kirkjufell mountain as your backdrop. This guided adventure blends breathtaking scenery with the chance to encounter Icelandic wildlife along the way.
Includes:
Includes:
- Runs 10, 11, 13, or 14 August 2026 at 13:00 UTC
- Guided kayaking in Grundarfjörður fjord
- Views of Kirkjufell mountain and surrounding landscapes
- Chance to spot local wildlife
- Roundtrip transportation from the festival site in Hellissandur
Climb up Saxhóll Crater where sweeping views reveal the beauty of Snæfellsnes. Then descend into the 8,000-year-old Vatnshellir Lava Cave at the foot of Snæfellsjökull. This unique journey will trace Icelandic's volcanic story above and below the surface.
Includes:
Includes:
- From 9 to 11 August 2026
- Guided visit to Saxhóll Crater with panoramic views
- Vatnshellir Lava Cave tour (fee included)
- Exploration of Snæfellsnes volcanic landscapes
- Roundtrip transportation from the festival site in Hellissandur
- 5+ y.o.