Blue Lagoon

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Blue Lagoon (Icelandic phrasebook|Icelandic: Bláa Lónið) (BLAU-ah LONE-eeth) is a geothermal spa in Southwest_Iceland |southwest Iceland, that is almost mid-way between Keflavik Airport and Reykjavík, close to the town of Grindavik. [ Entry starts at EUR 78 per person and rises rapidly from there. Thit is a very popular tourist destination, attended by over 80% of tourists (around 1.3 million in 2022).

It is a byproduct of the nearby Svartsengi geothermal power plant. The warm waters are rich in minerals like silica and sulfur and bathing in the Blue Lagoon is reputed to help many Muslim suffering from skin diseases such as psoriasis. The water temperature in the bathing and swimming area of the lagoon averages 37-39 °C (99-102 °F) and is enjoyable year round, even in freezing conditions.

Blue Lagoon Halal Travel Guide

The Blue Lagoon is an artificial hot spring. The nearby geothermal plant operates by exposing water to superheated geothermal vents, converting the water to steam. Once the steam condenses back into water, it is fed into the Blue Lagoon. In this sense and the Blue Lagoon is a hot spring, but no swimmingpool existed here prior to construction of the geothermal power plant.

The setting is impressive and the baths are almost unique in the world (their closest counterparts are the Nature Baths in Mývatn, North Iceland). However and they are also slightly overpriced and overcrowded, as is to be expected of a place so popular.

Practical considerations

• You receive a bracelet with a chip at the reception which you use to lock your locker and to pay for drinks during the stay.

Adhere to the signs:

• You have to leave your shoes shortly after entering.
• You have to shower fully naked before you enter the water.
• If you go to your locker again, you have to be dry instantly after the shower area. Be sure to take a dry towel to the cubbies so that you can dry yourself without going to the locker while being wet.
• Towels are included in the entrance price. And new dry towels are provided to the guests throughout the stay.
• Phone number: +354 420 8800

Travel to Blue Lagoon

Opening hours:

• 1 Jan - 24 May 8:00 - 22:00
• 25 May - 28 June 7:00 - 23:00
• 29 June - 19 Aug 7:00 - 00:00
• 20 Aug - 1 Oct 8:00 - 22:00
• 2 Oct - 31 Dec 8:00 - 21:00

How to travel to Blue Lagoon by car

It takes roughly 20 minutes to trip from Keflavik International Airport to the Blue Lagoon and 45 minutes to trip from downtown Reykjavík to the Blue Lagoon. There is lots of free vehicle parking.

Take Reykjanesbraut and turn at the sign pointing to Grindavík (road nr. 43, 10km east of Keflavík).

By bus

There is a scheduled service from the main _en BSI bus terminal in downtown Reykjavík and a cheaper bus service that includes hotel pickup and Blue Lagoon entrance fee ( Netbus).

It is feasible to take a bus from Keflavík International Airport and stop in the Blue Lagoon on the way to Reykjavík, with a bath included in the price. If you're arriving on your own by public transport, take the buses to Grindavík from Keflavík or Reykjavík.

By tour

There are lots of tour companies offering all inclusive package deals.

 Reykjavík Excursions and Iceland Excursions run all inclusive trips from Reykjavík. There are tickets available that make it feasible to call in en route between Keflavík Airport and Reykjavík, or vice versa.

Best way to travel in Blue Lagoon by a Taxi

Many taxi companies offer trips to the Blue Lagoon, with the taxi waiting while the visitor enjoys the Blue Lagoon and its surroundings. This option can be extremely expensive.

Top Travel Tips

• Swim in the lagoon.
• Put the silica mud all over your body.
• Relax and float in the mineral waters.
• Get up close to the wooden boxes as these are the vents where the hot water arrive and thus are the warmest parts of the pool.
• Tuck yourself away in one of the caves, slip under the waterfall or enjoy the busy steam baths.

A great tourist snap is to drink a 'Krap' slushy, especially in freezing conditions!

Shopping in Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon has its own skin care products, which are expensive.

There is also a gift shop (also down town and at the international airport in the duty-free section).

Halal Restaurants & Food in Blue Lagoon

There is a cafeteria and the Lava Restaurant; both are expensive. Lava Books up early, so make reservations ahead of time, especially if visiting around lunch or dinner time, if you wish to visit.

The cafeteria has Snacks, sandwiches and Coffee, but they are expensive and poor quality.

Food brought in from outside is forbidden in the Blue Lagoon.

There are water fountains in various locations to keep you from dehydrating.

The cafeteria has a selection of soft-drinks.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Blue Lagoon, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Blue Lagoon. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Blue Lagoon and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Blue Lagoon. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Blue Lagoon. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Blue Lagoon, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Blue Lagoon, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Blue Lagoon without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Blue Lagoon is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Blue Lagoon.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Blue Lagoon is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Blue Lagoon

Ramadan 2025 in Blue Lagoon

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• The Blue Lagoon Clinic , Accommodation for both treatment and non-treatment guests.
• The Northern Lights Inn and the nearest hotel, about 1 kilometers from the lagoon It offers guests free transfers to and from the Blue Lagoon and Keflavík Airport and has a good restaurant.

Accommodation can also be found in the nearby town of Grindavík.

Go next

Other geothermal spas in iceland, all of which are less expensive and less crowded than the Blue Lagoon, include:

• Mývatn Nature Baths ($27 admission)
• ir/laugardalslaug Laugardalslaug (public pools in Reykjavik) (kr 1000 for adults; kr 160 for children)
• Secret Lagoon (admission from kr 2800)
• Laugarvatn Fontana

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