About us
Opened on the 30th of June 2004, Myvatn Nature Baths has grown to be one of the biggest companies in Mývatn area. The baths offer something for everyone and welcome all ages.
Don't be alarmed by the construction site next to us - we are currently building a completely new house for our facilities which will be opened in 2025. We are so excited to welcome you to our new place!
Stunning nature
Located in the heart of Northeast Iceland, about 105 kilometres (65 miles) south of the Arctic Circle, Lake Mývatn with its unique nature and rich birdlife is one of Europe's greatest natural treasures. The Diamond Circle travels through Mývatn area and includes many of the country's must see.
Our beautiful nature, perfect location and endless activity possibilities make Mývatn area the perfect multiday-stop and we recommend staying 4-7 days. Besides all the wonders of Mývatn, it is easy to get to Húsavík, the whale waching capital of Iceland, Akureyri, Ásbyrgi canyon, Dettifoss waterfall, Goðafoss waterfall, Aldeyjarfoss waterfall and even into the highlands, to the beautiful Askja caldera.
Be sure to read more about the area here below!
A designated nature reserve, Lake Myvatn is an area of fragile beauty where tourist services have been developed in such a way as to cause as little disruption as possible to what is a unique and highly delicate ecosystem. That's why we encourage all our guests to treat the nature with respect, and leave nothing behind but footsteps - on marked paths.
Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, the tastefully designed complex offers bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam rising up from a fissure deep in the Earth´s surface, and ends with a luxurious swim in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2.500 metres.
Despite its northerly location, the region enjoys a temperate climate, and the long summer days when darkness never comes can be surprisingly warm.
As summer merges into autumn, the landscape becomes a panoramic patchwork dotted with shades of gold and brown, while winter brings its own tapestry of snow, sparkling frosts, and frequent opportunities to enjoy the unforgettable splendor of the Northern Lights. Can you imagine anything more perfect than lying in silky-smooth geothermal water, gazing up to the sky where the Northern Lights perform their breathtaking dance?
Environmental Policy of Myvatn Nature Baths
As we are located in Lake Mývatn area, a gem of Northeast Iceland, it is very important for us to operate in harmony with our environment and community. We place great emphasis on respecting the region and the environment in which we operate.
Our goals are as follows:
Operate in harmony with the environment
- We sort waste for recycling and reduce waste sent to landfill.
- We offer our guests the ability to sort their waste with accessible sorting bins.
- We partner with printing companies that have recognized environmental certification. Everything they print for us is printed on environmentally certified and/or recyclable paper.
- We use certified environmentally friendly printing paper.
- We minimize the use of single-use plastic as much as possible. For instance, we use reusable drink glasses for all beverages.
- We use environmentally friendly food packaging.
- We use water-saving showers.
- We ensure that wastewater management is in order.
- We return the geothermal water we use in the lagoon back into the ground.
Role model and a leader regarding energy sources
- We have the Green Light from Orkusalan, certifying that we use 100% renewable energy.
- We use motion sensors for lighting where applicable.
- We offer charging stations for electric vehicles.
In harmony with the community - We participate in supporting projects and organizations in our local area, such as schools, sports clubs and other organizations.
- We donate used equipment, for example, to schools, charitable causes and other community projects.
- We purchase products from local producers whenever possible.
We hold the Vakinn certification, which is a quality and environmental certification for the tourism industry. Included in the certification are ethical guidelines of Vakinn, which can be viewed here below.
