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Snæfellsnes Small group activities

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Stykkishólmur: 2-Hour Sea Kayak Tour

1. Stykkishólmur: 2-Hour Sea Kayak Tour

This 2-hour sea kayak tour is the perfect opportunity to discover Iceland's nature and wildlife at its best. Escape the crowds on this excursion and travel along the coastline to some of the most remote islands of Breiðafjörður Bay. Enjoy scenic landscapes from sea level and see the surrounding glaciers and volcanoes of the peninsula. The tour will start at the kayak base located in the center of the charming village of Stykkishólmur. After a short paddle, the tour arrives at the first landmark, Landey, the world famous eiderdown harvesting location. Later, the tour visits shipwrecks, including the eerie wreckage of the Thorgeir. Occasionally kayakers spot the king of Iceland’s birdlife, the white-tailed eagle, flying far above or nesting on the islands. The white tail eagle is a rare and unforgettable sight. Then, after a short paddle break, the tour threads between local islands before returning to shore.

Arnarstapi: Snæfellsjökull Glacier and Volcano Hike

2. Arnarstapi: Snæfellsjökull Glacier and Volcano Hike

Put on your hiking boots and join the tour group on a wonderful hike to one of the most beautiful peaks in Iceland. Snæfellsjökull is a glacier-covered volcano located on Snæfellsnes peninsula in the west of Iceland and stretching 1446 m above sea level. Admire the stunning views over the peninsula, made famous by Jules Verne's book, Journey to the Center of the Earth. The entire hike from the base of the glacier usually takes about 5-6 hours.  Starting from Snæfellsnes road, hike along a rocky path for 1-hour to get to the base of the glacier. Stop to put on glacier gear, crampons, harness, ice axes, and ropes. The guides will show you how to use this equipment and there will be time to stop for a snack and water.  Hike for about 3 hours to the summit of Snæfellsjökull. On clear days the view is beautiful over the peninsula. Depending on your inclination, stop at around 1400 m or adventure all the way up to 1446 m. It is a steep slope to the top of the peak that is protected with ropes. Spend some time at the summit to eat some lunch and take in the stunning views. Head back down along the same trail which usually takes between 1-2 hours. 

From Reykjavik: 4-Day Blue Ice Cave and Northern Lights Tour

3. From Reykjavik: 4-Day Blue Ice Cave and Northern Lights Tour

After getting picked up from your hotel on the first day of your tour, head to the geothermal area and see the famous Geysir, Gullfoss waterfall, and Thingvellir National Park. While traveling along the Golden Circle, you will also visit a traditional farm in Hraðastaðir, where you will meet and pet local Icelandic animals such as rabbits, horses, goats, and sheep. On the second and third day, explore the famous South Coast. Along the shore, visit the famous black sand beach, Reynisfjara, and a stunning glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón, in Vatnajökull National Park. Here, explore Europe’s largest glacier and enter the crystal caves, a true masterpiece of nature. If nature allows, you may even get to witness the magnificent Northern Lights. On the fourth day, travel through beautiful Western Iceland. Here, explore the hidden gem of the West, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, also known as “Iceland in a nutshell”. Visit several magnificent and picturesque sites here: glacier-carved mountains, endless black beaches, moss topped lava fields, volcanic craters, and coastal cliffs. At the end of your tour, get dropped off back at your hotel in Reykjavik.

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What people are saying about Snæfellsnes

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 140 reviews

Our guides Bergur and Lisa were absolutely great, very friendly and professional. Unfortunately, we didn't make it all the way to the top, but this was not due to our guides. Nevertheless, we got a great insight into the ascent of a glacier and I can only recommend it to everyone to have done it once! The ascent was okay and absolutely feasible from the exertion - and we are really not great athletes. But then you should expect one or two "problems" in your legs the next day, which is definitely worth it. The landscape was beautiful and we were able to enjoy one of the few sunny days on the ascent. The view from above is fantastic and can hardly be captured with a camera because it really overwhelms you. Conclusion: The guides were an 11 out of 10 and it is more than recommendable!

Christian guided us very well through a windy and rainy evening tour. Seeing the birdlife (Puffins, Ducks, Seagulls etc) directly from the water very cool. At the end of the tour we could do some photos with an old ship wreck. Even with bad weather we would recommend the tour, being on the water is so calming and satisfying.

We had the most amazing experience on our 4 day tour through Iceland. Our guides Rocky and Siggi were both wonderful, hilarious and very knowledgeable. My friend and I would highly recommend traveling with this company!

Vic was an excellent guide. My son and I had a great time kayaking and would definitely recommend.

Very nice. Possibility of being 2 in the same kayak