Small-Group Snaefellsnes National Park Day Trip from Reykjavik
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Small-Group Snaefellsnes National Park Day Trip from Reykjavik

1 day
Small Group
Full Day
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About this activity
You’ll be picked up at your accommodation and swept off from Reykjavik to the west. First, you'll view Snæfellsjökull volcano, which wears a magnificent crown of ice, the highest peak in this area of Iceland and it is often visible on clear days from Reykjavik. It was here that Jules Verne chose as the entrance to the earth's core in his novel 'Journey to the Center of the Earth'.

Next you'll visit Ytri-Tunga is a charming farm with a nearby beach that is also a popular seal colony. Animal lovers will enjoy seeing the seals cute faces as they sunbathe and play in the surf.

Arnarstapi and Hellnar are located in a lovely coastal area with a natural harbor. Beautiful rock formations decorate the coastline, spotted with green-and-yellow moss, and you can stroll along the cliffs here to take in the refreshing sea air.

Look for Lóndrangar, two black basalt columns marking the coast, so tall they can be seen from the road. Djúpalónssandur is another gorgeous black beach, where the air is filled with the sounds of birds circling the cliffs and the ocean waves hitting the sand.

At Djúpalónssandur, you’ll find a curiosity on the beach: four large, smooth stones. They are “lifting stones,” used to measure the strength of fishermen who once worked and lived all along the coasts here. The biggest one is called Fullsterkur (“Full-Strength”) and weighs 154 kg (340 lbs). If you decide to have a go, be sure to lift with your knees so you don’t hurt your back on this one! The second one is called Hálfsterkur (“Half-Strength”) and weighs 100 kg (220 lbs). The third one is called Hálfdrættingur (“Weakling”) and weighs 54 kg (119 lbs). You were the shame of your village if you could only lift the last stone, Amlóði ("Useless”), at 23 kg (50 lbs). If a fisherman wanted to earn a spot on the fishing boat, he had to be able to lift the "Hálfdrættingur" stone – anything less, and they were not acceptable. Try your strength! Are you ready to join the boats?

At your last stop, Kirkjufell mountain rises out of the green hills, surrounded by trickling rivers. This is one of the most popular photography spots in Iceland, so be sure to get a picture for your own collection.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see the most stunning landscapes in western Iceland.
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Included
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
55%
Reviews
4.7
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Newhoused
5 | 2018-10-04

We had a great time with Thor. He was informative and just a fun guy all around. We saw so much in one day. Our group would recommend this trip for sure.

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anca_s13
5 | 2018-08-21

A very good and pleasant guide. A fantastic view. A good excursion for everyone including children. We loved it.

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drjeye1
4 | 2018-07-15

The trip was nice but would have helped to have a map of the sites. I am unable to label my photos as to the location they were taken since I don't know where I was. It would have also been better if the guide had given us more history of the areas visited.

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Hmorganbts
4 | 2018-04-16

It was a good trip and the weather was horrible so I was glad to not be driving. Our guide could have been a little more lively and talkative.

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lindseyfgrantham
5 | 2018-04-07

This was a great experience where you stop at several sites along the Iceland coast. We really enjoyed the tour and think it offers a very different experience from some of the other more commonly seen tours - golden circle, south coast, etc. Would definitely recommend doing this!

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Patrick W
5 | 2018-04-02

Thor was an awesome guide. Highly recommend!!

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Jeffrey M
5 | 2018-03-29

Thor - our guide was fantastic and the scenery was amazing!

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