Hiking is a perfect activity to do while in Iceland. Take your time to explore the icelandic nature instaid off just driving by in a hurry. On our tours we explore the diffrent waterfalls and canyons under Eyjafjallajökull in private with no other tourists around. In good condition you will also be able to get a good veiw of the glacier as well as the westman islands.
You meet with your guide at the arranged time for the hike at the reception in Skálakot hotel. There are many available tracks starting directly from the hotel and the guide will suggest the most appropriate one depending on how long time you have and how difficult trails you wish to explore. Most tours will start uphill and end downhill.
Example on tours with length and difficulty level.
- Miðskálicanyon and Hestafoss, ca 7 km level 2
- Holtscanyon and Hestafoss, ca 11 km level 3
- Iráfoss and Hestafoss 2, ca 6 km level 2
- Hestafoss 2 and Þríhyrningur, ca 12km level 3
- Littlifoss and Ásolfskalikirkja, ca 3 km level 1
Level 1 | Easy walking |
Level 2 | Steep hills, off track hiking and some river crossings |
Level 3 | Steep hills, narrow paths, river crossings and off track hiking |
What to wear
- Good shoes/boots
- Windproof pants and jacket
- Gloves
- Remember that the weather in Iceland can change in a couple of minutes!
Price
3000 isk/hour per person. Minimum of 2 participants for any tour.
Before going hiking
Before going on the trip make sure you bring good cloaths and also good to check the forcast at vedur.is . We are going out in all weather but its good to be preperad for the icelandic nature. Better safe than sorry.
Check out the link for more pictures of the diffrent hikes!
Booking
You can book your tour at info@myoutdooractivity.com
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