2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour | Lava Cave, Waterfalls, Seals, Hot Springs
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2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour | Lava Cave, Waterfalls, Seals, Hot Springs
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2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour | Lava Cave, Waterfalls, Seals, Hot Springs

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Get picked up by at approximately 9am your guide and let the day begin with a drive along the west coast through the town of Borgarnes to the beach in Ytri Tunga which is a well-known seal colony. The seals are friendly and curious and will climb up on the rocks near the sandy beach.

Visit the fishing hamlet Arnarstapi and then Hellnar where you will have time to walk along the cliffs for half an hour; the view to the sea from this hike is breathtaking. In Djúpalónssandur you will discover incredible rock formations. The beaches are covered with small black stones which are unique. You will hike to one of the most impressive formations called Lóndrangar, which are a pair of rock pinnacles made of basalt approximately 70 m high.

At the end of the first day you will give a visit to the majestic Kirkjufell mountain, which is one of the most popular photo stops in Iceland. If you have not used your camera before on the tour then this one is a must! After this visual feast, your day ends at the accommodation in the Western Iceland. The Northern Lights are known to play their amazing symphony of lights in this area if the conditions are favorable.Your accommodation is in cozy and comfortable rooms with private bathrooms. 

After a refreshing rest and having breakfast at the hotel, you day starts with a visit to the historic Borgarfjordur area where you will see the great Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls formed by rivulets streaming over a distance of about 900 m (almost 300 ft!) across the Hallmundarhraun lava field, which flow from an eruption of one of the volcanoes lying under the glacier Langjökull. The waterfalls pour into the Hvítá River from ledges created by less porous rock in the lava.

Literally a stone’s throw upstream from Hraunfossar, you will visit another waterfall called Barnafoss. Its name, “the waterfall of the children,” comes from an accident which is said to have taken place here in a previous century. There was a natural stone bridge over the waterfall, and two children from a nearby farm fell to their deaths crossing the river on the bridge. Afterwards, the grief-stricken mother had the bridge destroyed.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to a colorful Viðgelmir Lava Cave. Just shy of 1600 meters the cave features amazing colors and lava formations that lurk in the depths of the earth. During this 1,5 hour long expedition you will have a change to see one of the largest lava caves in Iceland with its stunning lava stalactites and stalagmites. 

Finally, take in the sights at Deildartunguhver, the highest-flow hot spring in Europe. To put the icing on the cake, your last stop today will be at the Krauma natural geothermal baths & Spa, located next to Deildartunguhver. This brand new beautiful Spa offers five relaxing geothermal baths, a cold tub, two steam baths and more, all in a very natural environment.
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Included
  • Pick-up and drop-off at Reykjavik
  • Accommodation in a double or a twin room with private bathroom
  • Breakfast
  • Professional tour guide in English in a minibus
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus
  • Admission fee to the Vidgelmir Lava Cave
  • Admission fee to the Krauma Spa
  • Entry/Admission - Bjarnarhofn Shark Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Cave Vatnshellir
  • Entry/Admission - Krauma
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Dress warm, wind and waterproof clothes
  • Good hiking shoes are recommended
  • Swimwear
  • Only small carry on luggage such as backpacks is possible.
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
45%
Aquatic
30%
Adrenaline
20%
Reviews
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Carol A
5 | 2019-08-27

We were picked up the first day of our 2 day tour by Thor. We had a great day with him on the Snaefellsnes Penninsula - his home region. He was extremely smart and well informed and full of fun and interesting stories. First stop was Kirjufell, followed by a delicious lunch in Olafsvik. Then we continued our way around the penninsula and stopped in several other spots, one more beautiful then the next! Our first night was spent at a small town (not on Snaefellsnes) called Borgarnes. On Day 2 we were picked up by a new tour guide and our day was filled with caves, waterfalls, and lava fields. Overall it was a full and wonderful 2 days!

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lliang_2000
5 | 2018-04-01

We are a small group of 7. Our guider, Ros is a very nice and patience person who has given his insight knowledge on Iceland. We have had really experienced the true beauty of Iceland. Thank you Ros and Nicetravel?

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nishana i
5 | 2018-01-21

The tour was really fun. Our guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The Snaefellsnes peninsula was gorgeous, everything was picturesque and steeped in history. We especially enjoyed the journey into the Lava tube based on the Jules Verne story. We also got to try Fermented Shark really stinky but not that bad to taste! Definitely recommended

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