The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland's most popular attractions and somewhere that was on the top of our list when we were planning our trip. If you are planning a trip to this manmade wonder here are a few tips that may help you make sure your time there is as relaxing as possible.
- I recommend visiting the Blue Lagoon either on your way from the airport or to the airport, we went on the way to the airport to catch our flight home. The Blue Lagoon is about 45 mins away from Reykjavik but only about 15 mins away from Keflavik airport, allowing you to maximise your time in Iceland. The only thing I would mention is the last bus from the Blue Lagoon to Keflavik airport is 3pm, this meant that we were waiting at the airport for about 4 hours before our flight.
- I suggest going early in the day as the queue can get very long.
- Remember to take a towel as its 5 euros to hire one. The standard ticket entry does not include towel hire, but the comfort entry ticket (which is about 15 euros extra) includes towel hire, a free drink and an additional miracle face mask (this is in additional to the mud mask that everyone is entitles to on entry).
- Heads up you have to shower naked before you can get in the blue lagoon, but don't worry there are private showers.
- Remember to try the free silica mud masks which are included in the entry cost. My friend has sensitive skin and she was fine with the masks.
- The blue lagoon can make your hair dry. Unfortunately I can't tell you from experience if this is the case as I didn't get my hair wet in the blue lagoon, but one tip that everyone suggests (including the staff at the blue lagoon themselves) is to cover your hair in conditioner before you get in the blue lagoon, which is what I did. Just a heads up there is complimentary conditioner and shower gel in the showers.
- There are free hairdryers in the changing rooms, an essential for a lot of us ladies especially when it is 2 degrees outside ;)
- There is a storage room where you leave your suitcases if you are visiting on your way to or from the airport. I had read reviews online that advised not to take luggage as the queue for the storage was very long, but I can say from my experience this was not the case. I found the whole process very quick and hassle free and would def do it again. It costs 4 euros per bag.
- The water is very warm, about 37-40C (98-104F), so remember to stay hydrated. Drink lots of water before you get in and I think it is worth forking out the extra money for a cheeky drink while inside the lagoon from the swim up bar, you are on holiday after all!
- Remember to remove your jewellery before you get in the water and store it in the lockers in the changing rooms.
- On a sunny day it might be worth taking a pair of sunglasses, as the sunlight can reflect strongly off the water.
- Even if it is raining don't cancel your trip to the Blue Lagoon, as there is something lovely about being in the warm water while the rain is falling.
- Ideally you will need about 2-3 hours to fully enjoy and make the most of your time at the Blue Lagoon.
These are all the tips I can think of at the moment, I will let you all know if I remember anymore.
If you are heading to the Blue Lagoon soon have an amazing time :)
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