With views overlooking one of Iceland's longest fjords, Eyjafjörður, this spa's unique location surrounded by birch and pine trees truly sets it apart. During the visit to the Forest Lagoon guests will experience the view, the tranquility and the energy of Vaðlaskógur, the forest that surrounds the baths.
There are two pools at the Forest Lagoon. The large pool is 530sqm and the temperature is kept around 37°C (98.6°F), with has two swim-up bars and an indoor entry. The small pool is 53sqm and the temperature is kept around 40°C (104°F).
Unlike steam rooms, also known as wet saunas, moisture and steam play no part in a Finnish dry sauna. The humidity is kept around 20% and the temperature is around 80°C (208°F). At the sauna, along with enjoying all the health benefits dry sauna brings, you will also experience a unique view over Eyjafjörður and the mountains surrounding it. Just remember: swimsuits are mandatory.
Next to the dry sauna you will find a cold pool and the guests are recommended to enjoy the health benefits combining those two can bring. The temperature of the cold pool is 11°C (51.8°F).
An essential part of the experience at the Forest Lagoon is dining at Forest Bistro. If you like to enjoy quality food in an exotic environment, the wood-cladded bistro area is something you will not want to miss. With the view over Eyjafjörður and the indoor fireplace, this bistro has everything you need to top off the Forest Lagoon experience.
Included
- Open every day, from 9am to midnight.
- Entrance fee to Forest Lagoon and access to showers and changing rooms.
Conditions
- Online offer only
- No refund for unused travel services or land arrangements once started.
- Minimum age requirement: Children under the age of 12 years old are not allowed in the lagoon after 8pm. Free entrance for children below 6 years old. Children up to 16 years old must be accompanied by a guardian (18 years or older). After 10pm people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian who is then a parent, step-parent, grandparent or spouse. Forest Lagoon team members may ask to confirm your child's date of birth using a valid ID card and reserve the right to refuse access if one cannot be provided.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Please remember that no outside drinks, food, or beverages may be brought into or consumed at Forest Lagoon. It is not allowed to bring your own water bottles. The maximum number of alcoholic drinks per wristband is four drinks. Energy drinks are not served or sold to children under the age of 16. Non-alcoholic beers are not served or sold to those under the age of 18. All drinks are served in glasses.
- Not included with this tour: refreshments and/or services not mentioned in the "included" section. Towels are not included in the entrance to the Forest Lagoon, but you can rent towels for 900 ISK.
- Contact: All general inquiries, including change or cancellation requests, must be submitted online.
- Terms and conditions, including changes and cancellations to your holiday, vary depending on your country of departure. Please refer to the applicable Icelandair Holidays terms and conditions.
- Insurance: Personal travel insurance is not included and is highly recommended. It can be arranged through Allianz Global Assistance for passengers originating in the United States and Canada.
- Booking confirmations: Email providers may not recognize the confirmation email sent at the time of booking, so be sure to check your SPAM or Junk folders if you haven't received it within 48 hours of confirming your purchase online.