Day trips to the various museums, galleries, and nearby natural wonders are quite enjoyable and relatively inexpensive.
Hotel Eldhestar
At Eldhestar, we have developed our activities since 1986 to combine pleasure, comfort, and adventure in a way that respects nature.
Our farm is located in the heart of Iceland’s south-western countryside, only a 30-minute drive from Reykjavík. The fascinating area around the volcano Hengill, with its beautiful valleys, hot springs, and the chance to bathe in natural warm water, is the origin of our name: Volcano horses – Eldhestar in Icelandic.
We offer a great variety of riding tours all year round.
You can choose between half-day tours, day tours, combo tours including riding and other activities, and multi-day tours lasting 2-7 days of riding. For experienced riders, we offer the adventure of 6-7 days on horseback in the Icelandic highlands, accompanied by a herd of free-running horses.
We have up to 350 horses at our farm in the summer and 60-100 in the winter, ensuring we do our best to find the ideal horse for everyone.
For groups, we offer a Horse Show, presenting the Icelandic horse’s historic role and its unique qualities as a riding horse for everyone — reservation required!
Hotel Eldhestar offers accommodation in a cozy countryside hotel with a luxurious atmosphere, featuring 54 rooms, a spacious restaurant, conference facilities, and hot tubs. Colors and materials in Icelandic nature, genuine craftsmanship, and old traditions inspire the interior of Hotel Eldhestar, which was the first lodging in Iceland to receive the Nordic Swan Eco-label.
We also offer accommodation in a guesthouse with shared facilities for up to 19 people.
Our guests can relax in a beautiful and peaceful environment, explore fascinating nature with the Icelandic horses during the day, and enjoy comfortable accommodations, delicious food, and drinks in a cozy atmosphere in the evenings.
We emphasize personal service, safety, and environmentally friendly operations. Eldhestar is a participant in VAKINN, Iceland tourism’s official quality and safety label.
Please contact us for prices and booking information.
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Midgard Adventure
Midgard Adventure
Midgard Adventure is a Tour Operator & Travel Agency that delivers authentic experiences with local,highly experienced guides. We offer day tours and multi-day trips, either in small groups or private, to both popular and well off-the-beaten path locations. At Midgard Base Camp which is located in Hvolsvöllur, the heart of South Iceland, unique accommodation, a stunning rooftop hot tub and a lively restaurant and bar awaits you.
What separates us?
We are a small family-owned and operated business with a high service level
Our team consists of local mountaineers that all share a passion for adventure and sustainable travel
The service is always very personal and the experience is truly authentic
With us you will connect with locals and create profound memories that last a lifetime
Day ToursWe offer various kinds of day tours: highlands tours, super jeep tours, wilderness hikes, bike tours, sightseeing tours and glacier tours. Our most popular summer tours are Þórsmörk Super Jeep, Þórsmörk Hike and Landmannalaugar Day Tour. Our most popular winter tours are Þórsmörk Super Jeep, Meet Eyjafjallajökull and Midgard Surprise.
Multi Day TripsWe offer multi-day trips ranging from 2-8 days. But we can also customise multi-day trips at any length of time. Our most popular summer trip is the 4-Day Iceland Adventure Package where you experience awe-inspiring landscapes of South Iceland along with fun and exciting activities. Our most popular winter trip is the 4-Day Northern Lights Adventure. This is the perfect itinerary for a winter break with the flexibility needed for winter travel in Iceland. Both of these tours combine the whole Midgard all-in-one concept as the guests accommodate and dine at Midgard Base Camp.
Private tours and tailor-made itinerariesWe offer both private tours and tailor-made adventures. You tell us what you would like to do and we design an itinerary customized around your wants, desires and budget. We will gladly cover the most popular destinations but our expertise lies in our ability to go off-the-beaten path. You will get inside access to hidden places that you will not find in tourist books.
Family Vacations We love organising family trips to Iceland. All our services are very much personalised, so don’t expect any standard e-mails. Tell us about your family and your interests and we will use our knowledge to design a memorable trip that suits your family. A trip that will include the must-see popular sights and also off-the-beaten path trips where you will experience the authentic and raw Iceland, the real Iceland – far away from other tourists.
Other servicesWe also organise incentive trips, events and itineraries for educational groups. Check out our homepage for sample itineraries.
Do you need accommodation?At Midgard Base Camp you will find hotel and hostel style accommodation, restaurant and a bar. Midgard’s location is superb to explore all the major attractions in South Iceland as well as the “off the beaten path” highlands. The atmosphere is relaxed and the friendly ambience is unique. All guests get exclusive access to the rooftop hot tub and sauna.
Interesting links
Midgard Adventure Website
Why book with Midgard Adventure?
Midgard Base Camp Website
Midgard Restaurant Website
Midgard Videos
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@MidgardAdventure on Instagram
@Midgard.Base.Camp on Instagram
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Arnanes
Arnanes Country Hotel is a family-run company, established in May 1993 in our own home, located in Nesjahverfi, 1,5 km from Arnanes.In August 1993 we bought a part of the farm Arnanes (30 ha of land and 2 houses) and early spring 1994 we moved our home to Arnanes.
Our former home then became a guesthouse and still it is a part of our hotel with 5 rooms, a sitting room and living rooms, complimentary coffee and tea,TV and free internet access just like in all of our rooms.
1995 we renowated our house in Arnanes, starting with 4 rooms w. shared facilities on first floor with panoramic view to glaciers and mountains in Vatnajökull National Park.
In May 1996 we started our riding tours from Arnanes , 16 years later we are still going strong. The first 12 years I managed the riding tours myself but for the last 4 years my youngest son (23 years old) has been taking care of it.
In June 1997 we opened our restaurant in Arnanes with seats for 40 people.At the same time we built 3 bungalows here in Arnanes, each with 2 rooms with bath.
Since then we have not built any new houses but instead we have tried to keep everything in good shape.
From the start we have wanted our guests to get the feeling of a home away from home here in Arnanes. Sence of hospitality and friendliness, wanting to visit us again some time in future.Please contact for prices, tours and booking information.
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Megazipline Iceland
Mega Zipline Iceland is a thrilling ride in stunning nature! Mega Zipline lets visitors fly for a kilometer from a top the Kambar plateau overlooking the town of Hveragerði to the trailhead of the Reykjadalur hot spring valley (where the check-in takes place).
Flyers soar over the stunning Svartagljúfur gorge, with its numerous waterfalls and spectacular views — a natural gem to experience from a breathtaking vantage point.
This activity includes a double rope slide in an astonishing Icelandic scenery. This longest zip-line in Iceland is a high-flying adventure for the whole family and ideal add-on when traveling the south and south-west of Iceland.
Watch a video of it here.
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Icebike adventures
Exploring Iceland nature on a bike is a unique experience. Our trips are unparalleled, melding the very best Icelandic single tracks and backroads with true Icelandic cultural and backcountry experiences. Exclusive personal service and knowledge of the sport is our advantage. Short and longer trips for all skill levels.
At our Trailcenter in Reykjadalur, we offer guided day and multi day tours as well as bike rental. We are located off the ring road, about 40-minute drive southeast of Reykjavík. Come ride with local expert riders, we will show you our favourite trails.
Location:https://goo.gl/maps/ZMRTgA5hxdkAZPSc6 GPS 64.022585, -21.212203
Icebike Adventures is a family-owned & operated company passionate about mountain biking and the outdoors.
We will bring you to our favourite areas in the country. Often unmarked and unmapped trails. We keep our group sizes small to ensure that we can provide outstanding service for every guest. We donate our time trail building in various areas of the island and we maintain the trails we ride. Icebike Adventures is the leading bike tour operator in the country and we work hard to promote and improve biking in Iceland.
Iceland's biking scene is young, and legislation on biking is still forming. The highlands are vast areas of unique untouched nature. As the summer is short, the vegetation only has 6-8 weeks to grow and recover each year. We tailor our trips to make no harm to nature, and we promote practices that will keep our wilderness intact for future generations. Please help us keep trails open to riders by riding respectfully.
Our riding roots run deep, and our passion is to innovate and deliver a world-class adventure. At the end of the day, we just love to ride our bikes, and it shows.
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Ice Pic Journeys
Ice Pic Journeys pairs professional photo packages with unforgettable adventure experiences! Also, the mastermind behind the world’s first and only Glacier Zip Line operation!
Background:
Together two crazy Americans decided to start Ice Pic Journeys as a passion project. Through their previous experience guiding with Icelandic companies, Mike and Ryan knew that they wanted people from all over the world to understand the glaciers and how they are changing.
What better way to understand them than to create a personal experience combined with the visual elements of photography. This way, when you hike with us on any Iceland adventure tour, you will learn about the Icelandic glaciers firsthand. But you will also have a professional photographer making unique, personal images for friends and family to see. It is our main mission to reveal to the world, ourselves amongst these natural wonders as a first step towards awareness and preserving the only glaciers that we have!
Why Choose Us?
All packages include professional photos paired with the adventure of the day!
We uphold an American style standard.
Strong focus on small groups (no more than 8 per adventure) to ensure the clients get the utmost care, attention, and authentic experience!
Ice Pic Journeys team consists of licensed driver-guides who are also professional photographers that all share a passion for adventure and sustainable travel.
Superior customer service so you feel prepared and ready to embark on your lifetime adventure!
Tried and True. See our Trip Advisor and Google Reviews to prove it!
Glacier Activities:
No matter the season, we have a epic adventure for you! From visiting a simple ice cave to embarking on a longer discovery on the glacier, challenging yourself to ice climbing or taking the ultimate leap off our glacier zip line we have it all! Along with that learn about the glaciers in Iceland and have professional photos as a keepsake from your glacier tour!
Aurora Tours:
Imagine seeing the Northern Lights for the first time in Iceland! …and having photos to document such a special moment with nature. Our Aurora Tours will take y ou out hunting for them and if nature doesn’t provide,we can craft unique nighttime photos as an alternative so you never walk away empty handed!
Day Tours From Reykjavik:
Additionally, Ice Pic Journeys has expanded their operation into unique day driving tours from Reykjavik. So clients staying in the city can still witness the remarkable beauty of the Icelandic Highlands, South, Snæfellsnes, Reykjanes, and beyond! Ice Climbing is even an option for the more daring folks out there.
Private & Custom Multi-Day Adventures:
You dream it and we will make it happen! Or if you need ideas let’s brainstorm your perfect adventure you’ll never ever forget and you’ll have the photos to prove it!
Additional Links:
What to Wear for Glacier Tours
Iceland Driving Tips!
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Hveragerði Regional Information Center
The Tourist Information Centre is located on Breidamork 21 Hveragerdi, 45 km east from Reykjavík
At the tourist information Centre you can get all information needed for your travels in the south as well as other parts of Iceland. We have a large selection of brochures, maps, souvenirs and internet access.In the same building you can find the exhibition The Quake 2008. There you can experience a powerful earthquake (+6 Richter) in an earthquake simulator and also see an earthquake crack in the floor thought to be 4-5,000 years old.Our friendly staff welcomes you at the Tourist Information Centre.
Opening hours from 1st of June - 31st of August
Monday – Thursday 8:30-16:30
Friday 8:30-16:00
Saturday 9:00-13:00
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True Adventure
True Adventure Paragliding
Imagine soaring through the air, feeling the wind rush past you and the world fall away beneath your feet. That's the passion that drives us at True Adventure. We're on a mission to make South Iceland the most thrilling paragliding destination in the Northern Hemisphere - where you can experience the ultimate rush of freedom, surrounded by stunning mountain vistas and crisp, refreshing air. With Vík as our base, we've found the perfect location for a safe yet heart-pounding adventure. Join us and experience the thrill of a lifetime!
True Adventure Team
Our pilots are the most skilled and experienced professionals in paragliding. With years of dedicated training and countless hours spent flying, they are the ultimate experts in the air. We strictly prohibit feeding the pilots, as it is essential for them to maintain their focus and professionalism at all times. If you crave an adventure that will leave you breathless, True Adventure is the answer. Our introduction tandem flights are designed to cater to anyone in good health, and our team of experts will ensure that you have an unforgettable experience. So don't hesitate - fly with us and discover the thrill of a lifetime!
Duration: ca.1 hour.
Dress code: Dress warm. It's colder up in the air than on the ground.
Age limit: 12 years old.
Weight: 30 - 120 kg.
Meeting point: Ránarbraut 1, Vík. Behind the police station, liquor store and the bank.
Departures: Check time and availability on our website, www.trueadventure.is
Price: ISK 35.000kr. Per person.
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Icelandic Mountain Guides
Arcanum Glacier tours
Conveniently situated in south Iceland at the foot of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the tour company Arcanum is one of Iceland’s best-known and respected glacier tour outfitters, providing safe and responsible tours for more than 20 years from the same location. “At Arcanum, we aim to reveal the secrets of Iceland’s astonishing natural phenomenons to the curious traveler,”.
The glacier adventure will provide stunning photo opportunities to remind you of probably your best day in the wild and pure Iceland.
Tours require no special skills and can be enjoyed by people of all levels in good health. For the snowmobile tour and the ATV, you need a valid driving license.
Further information on www.mountainguides.is and www.arcanum.is
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Iceguide
IceGuide is a family run company, owned by Óskar Arason who is the company’s tour guide, and his wife & Manager, Íris Heiður Jóhannsdóttir. Óskar is born and raised in the realm of Vatnajökull Glacier and being passionate for the outdoors, he enjoys mountaineering, climbing and glacier hiking. Óskar is also an active member of the Search and Rescue team of Höfn, so you could say he is more than qualified to guide travellers through the region in an effective and safe manner.
In the winter time (Nov-March) Iceguide offers ice cave tours, where you’ll visit unique ice caves in one of Vatnajökull outlet glaciers. It is a breathtaking experience for anyone who wants to explore the unique atmosphere of the stunning world of natural ice sculpture and formations.
The Glacier Kayak Adventure is a unique tour and the ultimate way to experience the magnificence of the Vatnajökull National Park. You’ll have the opportunities to enjoy unbeatable panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers reflected upon the mirror-like water of Heinaberg Lagoon and the Glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón.
IceGuide will provide you with an informative, personal and a memorable experience in the stunning surroundings of Vatnajökull Glacier. All their guides are experienced and have excellent knowledge of the region. They will provide you with all equipment needed. For further information or questions please visit their website iceguide.is or email them at info@iceguide.is.
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Arctic Exclusive Luxury Travel Solutions
Arctic Exclusive is a small and personal company owned and run by a father and son. We aim to provide the most luxurious and personal service available in Iceland. We are in personal contact with each and every guest ourselves and work together with our guests, creating unforgettable experiences in Iceland.
The Arctic Exclusive Ranch is an 800-acre farm located in the South East of Iceland, perfectly located halfway between Reykjavik and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. It is a great location when looking for accommodation near Vik and Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
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From Coast To Mountains
We are a local family company that has been running trips in southeast Iceland since 1991.
Our Summer Special is the popular Ingólfshöfði Puffin Tour. This adventurous journey starts on a tractor drawn hay cart, traveling 6 km across the black sands flats of the southeast coast. Our destination is the isolated headland and nature reserve, Ingólfshöfði, a home of thousands nesting seabirds, including puffins and the great skuas.
The historical cape is named after the first settler of Iceland Ingólfur Arnarson, who spent his first winter in Iceland at the cape in 874 AD.
For booking and more information, visit www.puffintour.is
We also offer Ingólfshöfði Photo Tour, for serious photographers to photograph puffins in early morning couple of times a week in summer.
Our Winter special is without a doubt, the Ice Cave Tour.
Einar Rúnar Sigurðsson, owner and lead guide of FromCoastToMountains is the pioneer of the ice cave tours in Iceland and has found and named most of the famous ice caves in Vatnajökull glacier.
In the wintertime we organize trips to ice caves ranging from short visit to an easily accessible ice cave or ice tunnel during our Ice Cave Tour, to our two day Ice Cave SleepOver Tour to more remote ice cave.
For booking and more information, visit www.icecaving.is
FromCoastToMountains also organizes various trips in the Vatnajökull region, mostly for individuals and small parties. We offer solutions for people that want to experience the nature and glaciers of southeast Iceland with native mountain guides.
If you would like to know more about our different private or small group tours, please visit: www.fromcoasttomountains.com/our-tours
Our Latest Adventure is our newest product, Café Vatnajökull in Fagurhólsmýri, which our family opened in 2017. This former local grocery store was the heart of our community for almost 40 years, but was closed for a decade until we bought it and converted it to be the base of our operations.
Our Café is an adventure in it self. Here you can meet the locals, see and buy our family products, get fresh Icelandic coffee from and try some of Icelandic special treats. Don´t be a stranger and come to visit us and experience a special atmosphere in the beautiful surrounding of Vatnajökull.
Our photos speak more than words, check out our photo gallery on our web site, www.fromcoasttomountains.com/gallery
Tour:
Departure:
Duration:
Ingólfshöfði PuffinTour - Birdwatching and historytrip to Ingólfshöfði nature reserve.
From mid May - mid August: every day except Sundays.For more info visit www.PuffinTour.is
2 1/2 hours
Ingólfshöfði PhotoTour - Special departures for serious photographers to Ingólfshöfði.
June - August:every day except Sundays. Booking on www.PuffinTour.is For more info visit www.PuffinTour.is
3 hours
Ice Cave Tour - A visit to an Ice cave in Vatnajökull.
November - March: every day except Sundays.Booking on www.IceCaving.isFor more info visit www.IceCaving.is
2-3 hours
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Atlantsflug - Flightseeing.is
Atlantsflug offers sightseeing flights by helicopter and fixed wing aircraft from Skaftafell Terminal – Tour Center, giving you a breathtakingly spectacular view of glaciers, volcanoes, riverbeds and Iceland‘s unspoiled highland wonders.
In Skaftafell we operate all year round from our own airfield Skaftafell Terminal–TourCenter, the largest privately owned airport in Iceland.
Atlantsflug has been operating since 2004 and is built upon decades of experience flying over the South of Iceland ensuring the greatest sights and highest quality service, comfort and safety. The helicopter and fixed wing aircraft in our fleet are all specially designed for sightseeing and passenger flights, in which every passenger gets a full and unobstructed bird‘s eye view of Iceland‘s majestic and dramatic natural beauty.The panoramic views from above are simply incomparable to anything else you‘ve ever experienced.
We pride ourselves on providing an amazing experience for our clients, and we have received numerous awards and accolades including multiple TripAdvisor Cerficates of Excellence and LuxuryTravel Guide‘s Lifestyle Award as Tour Operator of the Year in Iceland for 2018/2019.
We offer flexible solutions with any private and charter requests, and we specialize in aerial photography tours on specifically equipped aircraft with openable windows. Get in contact with us and we will happily assist you in making your dream come true.
We‘re looking forward to having you aboard!
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Glacier Adventure
GLACIER ADVENTUREGlacier Adventure is a small family-run local company. Guiding is our passion and our life revolves around Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull. All of our tours are operated on, under, and around the glacier. Glacier Adventures base camp is only 12km east of the Jökulsárlón, the Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland's most popular attractions. The meeting point is Hali, where you will find our cozy barn as a hang-out place before your tour starts. Glacier Adventure base camp: -Free parking -Free wifi -Restaurant, hotel, and guesthouses. To book a tour with Glacier Adventure please visit our web page www.glacieradventure.is
The company's goal is to share our love and knowledge of the region with our clients and to safely introduce them to some of Iceland's most stunning sights. We have summer and winter tours. During summer, Glacier Adventure takes its guests on a glacier walk on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull's biggest outlet glaciers. Glacier Adventure offers ice climbing in a small and intimate group. Over the winter period, from November to the middle of March Glacier Adventure offers Ice Cave tours. We have two different ice cave tours to offer. The longer ice cave tour is a combo tour including a glacier walk and an ice cave tour and the shorter is only an ice cave tour.
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Arctic Rafting
From Gullfoss waterfall, a glorious canyon descends down, creating the perfect scenario for a fun rafting experience. The Hvítá river originates from Langjökull glacier and has a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and adrenaline pumping waves and rapids. On this beautiful rafting journey you raft down 7 kilometers, enjoying a view you can only experience while floating downstream in a boat. You will be making a stop at Brúarhlöð canyon where the thrill-seekers can cliff jump into the river below if the conditions allow.
You will be outfitted in a wetsuit to make the experience enjoyable and a life-jacket to keep you afloat. Hvítá River is a class 2 river which means that there is plenty of fun and excitement but no previous rafting experience is required. This rafting trip is for everyone that fancies a little adventure and is suitable for most ages and abilities.
Rafting down Hvítá is an amazing way to spend the day and we firmly believe that no one should leave Iceland without experiencing the jaw-dropping views, splish-splashing down an Icelandic glacial river. After the excitement you can warm up in the hot tubs and sauna and relax and enjoy a cold beverage. We also recommend adding a delicious BBQ lamb or a hamburger (vegan options available) to your booking for you to enjoy at Drumbó River Base.
Come join us and experience the power of the river. Grab your paddle & let’s go get wet!
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Into the Wild
Into The Wild
Into The Wild offers first class, tailor-made Super-Jeep adventure tours. Would you like to take a walk through an underground river or stand face to face to a magnificent glacier whilst strolling up a mystical canyon? This adventure and even more are possible during an Into The Wild trip.
Into The Wild is a family operated company, fully authorized by the Icelandic Tourist Board. Boasting of more than 35 years of experience of the surrounding area of Eyjafjallajökull. Our vehicles are specially made for off-road tours and excursions. Our goal is to provide outstanding, personal service whilst respecting the highest safety standards.
Our standard tours are: Þórsmörk, Landmannalaugar, Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Eyjafjallajokull glacier and Snowmobile Tours....
We can add to our tours a Flight-tours, Hiking tours, Cave exploring tours, Snowmobile tour, ATV tours, Buggy tours, Snorkeling tours, Scuba diving, River rafting tours, Canoeing tours, Ice Climbing tours, Ice walking tours, Angling tours, Glacier tours, Winter adventure tours, Day tours, Photo tours, Bicycle tours, Geothermal tours, Bird watching tours , Team building tours or Horse ride on the Icelandic horse.
Visit our website for more information www.intothewild.is
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Black Beach Tours
BLACK BEACH TOURS offers perfect tours in South Iceland where the black volcanic beach meets the blue Atlantic Ocean.
ATV/QUAD Tours – Available All Year
Explore breathtaking volcanic black beach and cover off-road trails filled with adventurous twists and turns. And you can ride into the beautiful surrounding lava fields and experience the captivating nature. Definitely a "Bucket List" experience.
You can choose between 1, 2 or 3 hours ATV/QUAD tours
RIB-BOAT TOURS – Available May-October
We have a choice of exhilarating boat tours. Explore the beautiful volcanic black beach and black basalt sea cliffs close to Þorlákshöfn from the sea. With RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats) you can get much quicker and closer to the wildlife and nature. With a maximum of 12 people per boat, it makes for a more personal experience. A fast and fun experience on the water for ages of 5 yrs & up.
You can choose between 30 min, 1 or 2 hours RIB BOAT tours
COMBO TOUR is another option where we combine an ATV/QUAD ride and a RIB boat tour for you.
A LUXURY SEA EXPERIENCE – Available May-October
Join us on a nice fishing and/or sightseeing tour on the south coast of Iceland. A private charter aboard our 40ft flybridge motor yacht, AUÐDÍS, is a great idea for a small group of friends, family or colleagues together to enjoy the most memorable experience at sea.
YOGA
We offer lovely yoga sessions in our yoga studio in Þorlákshöfn. In good weather we even take the yoga outdoors and have a unique yoga experience on the black volcanic beach nearby.
We are more than happy to create custom tours based on your wishes and needs, like private tours to larger groups, luxury to lower budgets etc.
We are situated in Þorlákshöfn only 50 km from Reykjavik, 28 km from Selfoss and 80 km from Keflavik Airport. This is a perfect add on to the popular Golden Circle.
Don't hesitate to contact us if you like to get more information about our tours and activites.
ADDRESS
BLACK BEACH TOURS
HAFNARSKEIÐ 17
815 ÞORLÁKSHÖFN
CONTACT
TEL: +354 556-1500
INFO@BLACKBEACHTOURS.IS
WWW.BLACKBEACHTOURS.IS
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Ice Adventure / Glacier Jeeps
Since 1994 we have offered exciting super jeep and snowmobile tours on Europe´s largest glacier, Vatnajökull.
We pick you up from Vagnsstaðir and start our magnificent drive towards the glacier, we will see location spots from movies that have been made here such as Batman Begins, James Bond (Die Another Day), Tomb Raider, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and from the TV show Game of Thrones. We continue onto Europe´s largest glacier where we have breath-taking views over Vatnajökull.
Duration 3 hours including 1 hour on the glacier.Departure time at 09.30 am and 14.00 pmDeparture point from 1st of March – 15th of October – from Vagnsstaðir HostelPlease note A valid driver's license is needed to operate a snowmobile. Passengers do not need a driver´s license.We provide Over all’s, boots, helmets, gloves, and balaclava from the snowmobile ride.
For further information, please contact us at info@glacierjeeps.is or (+354) 478-1000For online booking, please visit www.glacierjeeps.is
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The Lava Tunnel - Raufarhólshellir
Explore the magnificent lava tunnel Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest lava tubes found in Iceland. The tunnel is located just 30 minutes from Reykjavík and is accessible the whole year round.
A journey into The Lava Tunnel is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed 5200 years ago. Paths and platform have been installed in the cave, making it easily accessble for most people. Award winning Lighting has been installed in the tunnel as well, clearly showing the unique geological features that the tunnel has to offer.
Please contact for tours and booking information.
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Zipline Iceland
Zipline adventure in Vík
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Vík! Ziplining through Grafargil is an absolute must-do for thrill-seekers. You'll embark on a heart-pumping hike through the stunning landscape with a few rest stops before experiencing four ziplines ranging from 30 to 240 meters long. Brace yourself for an adrenaline rush as you soar above the breathtaking gorge, taking in the awe-inspiring views. But that's not all! Friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining local guides will lead your journey. They are experts in the area's history and culture. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!
Zipline safety
Our zipline tour suits almost everyone, regardless of their experience level. You'll walk along sheep paths on uneven terrain between the ziplines and zip over waterfalls and the small river at the canyon floor, which will get your heart racing. We take your safety seriously, and our highly trained guides will ensure you feel safe and secure throughout the tour. Our lines and equipment are certified by an independent European safety inspector and bear CE certification, so you can rest assured that your safety is our top priority. In short, we have taken every measure to ensure you have a safe and thrilling zipline experience.
Zipline guides
The creators of Zipline are not just entrepreneurs but also adventure enthusiasts. They have been exploring various parts of the world for several years and have engaged in thrilling activities such as paragliding, diving, ice climbing, surfing, and kayaking.
Zipline Rules
Our tour typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, but the duration might vary depending on the number of people in the group and the weather conditions. Participants must be at least eight years old or weigh at least 30 kg to join us. We aim to provide an enjoyable experience for families, friends, solo travellers, and anyone who wishes to join us.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 - 2 hours.
Dress code: Dress appropriately for the weather, wear hiking boots, and braid long hair.
Age limit: Minimum age is 8 years old.
Weight limit: Participants must weigh between 30 - 120 kg.
Meeting point: Please be at our meeting point 10-15 minutes before departure.
Departure times: Check availability and departure times at http://www.zipline.is
Price: The cost is ISK 11,900 per person. Children between 8 and 12 years old pay ISK 7,900 when accompanied by an adult.
Groups: Please email us for group bookings and prices at zipline@zipline.is
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South Center
Welcome to South Center - the heart of downtown Selfoss!
Serving as the epicenter of local wisdom and insight, our tourist center is more than just a pit-stop; it's a destination. Whether you're seeking a steaming cup of coffee, look at souvenirs before you go home, have burning questions about the region, or are looking to book an unforgettable journey through South Iceland, we're here to guide you.
Experience the genuine warmth of Selfoss with us!
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Icelandic HorseWorld
We welcome you to the horse breeding farm Skeiðvellir. If you want to get to know the Icelandic horse while traveling in Iceland you have come to the right place. Skeiðvellir is a family run horse breeding and training farm which is home to around 100 horses. We offer a unique chance to get to know our remarkable horses and explore the beautiful landscape on horseback.
For those who don´t want to ride but do want to interact with and get to know more about the Icelandic Horse, we offer a guided tour of the stable with where you'll get a chance to be up close with the horses, pet them to your heart's content and learn of their long history and what makes them a truly unique breed of horses. Furthermore, for a small fee, we offer a little horse rental for children, where they can try sitting on a horse and riding it as a guide leads them around in the riding hall.
Open daily 09:00 – 17:00.
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Dyrhólaey Riding Tours
Miđ Hvoll is a humble treasure set amidst the panoramic backdrop of the Mýradsjokull glacial valley. Our seven comfortable holiday cottages are located in the historical and serene surroundings of Iceland's south coast with everything you may need for a pleasant stay. You can watch the sunrise over Dyrhólaey with a coffee from the front door of your cottage or if in season spot a puffin or witness the majestic Northern lights from your bedroom window. Our private beach is just a short walk away and the perfect place to unwind. There is a small family run horse rental available for those who would like to experience the world famous Icelandic horse. Tölting along black sand with off-shore views of Vestmanneyjar, fresh sea and glacier air while mounted on the horses of Vikings is a guaranteed unique experience. Miđ Hvoll is 170km away from the capital Reykjavík and easily located just off the national highway. Vík, the local town for goods and services is an approximate 15minute drive.
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Iceland Activities
“Written by Úlfar, son of the family”
When it comes down to choose a travel operator/company or just how to spend your day in Iceland, then there are endless possibilities, allot of good companies and allot of not so good companies that are just in it for the money! So why chose Iceland Activities?
Our company ”Iceland Activities” is my family (my parents, my sister, grandma, girlfriend, brother in law and our closest friends and family). We did not create this company to become rich! We truly love what we do, we created this company to be able to do what we love every day and even on our days off, we are doing the same tours on our own.
We base all of our tours on our family experience, traveling together as a family since 1983 has built up a crazy amount of experience and knowledge of secret locations all over the South part of Iceland, some locations that only my family knows about still today. Creating tours that are well suitable to all level of fitness from families with young children to super adventures families or individuals.
On our journey from 1983 we have earned a well-spoken reputation as an outdoor family and known for seeking out the sports that were not as common, my father was one of the first ones to modify his jeeps and we are proud to be one of the first mountain bikers of Iceland and the only local MTB guides on the Hengill volcanic area, guides who grew up mountain biking and exploring the area on tracks made by the Icelandic sheep.
Today we offer a good selection of tours, ranging from two hours up to multi-day trips, and overnight camping tours focusing mostly on the off the beaten path experience. We can tailor made everything about the tour and set up the tour as you like, we could keep it more raw or have it quite luxurious and high class but still remote. We could keep the days more active or more easy going. It really depends on your choose, our aim is to enjoy the day with you.
Some of the things we offer:
Super jeep tours ● Mountain bike tours ● Hike tours ● Lava caving ● Surfing ● Team building ● food tasting ● Snowshoeing ● Sightseeing ● food tasting and culture tours ● zip line ● Skiing ● rock climbing ● camping ● Ice hockey ● Curling
Staff and guides: family members and close friends and we are all Icelandic :)
Locations: Iceland Activities family headquarters are located in Hveragerði, the Icelandic capital of hot springs. Hveragerði is 45 km east of the capital Reykjavík (30 minutes drive on highway 1).
Contact us and we will customize a tour for you, your friends or family. We specialize in having small groups and we never mix into big groups, so your experience will be better. When bigger groups book with us 6 persons or more then the tours are automatically private.
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Norðurflug Helicopter Tours
We can show you nature like you have never experienced it before!
Nordurflug Helicopter Tours is the biggest and oldest helicopter company in Iceland. We are based in the capital city of Reykjavik but don't let that fool you into thinking we can't fly to all parts of the island.
Our affection for exceptional customer service and high operational standards are reflected in our many five star reviews. We are rated as one of the top activities in Iceland on Trip Advisor, as the experience we offer will most likely be the highlight of your trip to Iceland!
Going on a helicopter tour is a fantastic way to experience the sights Iceland has to offer. In a few hours we can take you from volcanoes to glaciers, show you the most remote waterfalls and geothermal areas, all in a day's work.
Please visit our website for more information: www.helicopter.is
Prices range from ISK 36.900.
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Höfn – Local Guide
Experience the here and now
Höfn Local Guide is a locally-owned family business in Höfn in Hornafjörður that operates in the field of Slow-Adventure Tourism. The focus is on nourishing experience through moderate movement in beautiful nature and a peaceful environment.
The fishing village Höfn and its astounding surroundings is an interesting destination close to the Vatnajökull National Park. Dive into the story and culture of this beautiful village in a village walk or take a tour to some of the hidden gems close by with a guide born and raised in Höfn. The guided tours are easy and informative and you can enjoy the magnificent nature and geology of the area on land or on sea.
With Höfn Local Guide you can experience customized hiking tours, yoga, and mindfulness out in the open, kayak paddling, and get to taste some of the area’s local food out in the open.
If you are interested in a conscious experience with nature and your fellow travelers in the foreground, a trip with Höfn Local Guide is something for you.
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Ribsafari
Have a Blast in Westman Islands: Ribsafari offers fun and exciting entertainment in Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar). Sailing around the islands in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is an experience you won’t forget.
Choose between one or two hour trips where you will see the puffin in its natural environment along with other wildlife, amazing landscape and sea caves and get a guided tour while riding the waves.
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Mountaineers of Iceland
Mountaineers of Iceland is the oldest snowmobile tour operator in the country, founded by Herbert Hauksson in 1996, with over one hundred snowmobiles in operation and capacity to welcome large or small groups on Langjökull glacier.
Langjökull glacier is Europe’s 2nd largest glacier and is our main area of operation. The glacier is home to our base camps, both on the glacier’s east and west sides.
We also welcome independent travelers to us with a variety of snowmobile tours operating from Reykjavík, Gullfoss and Húsafell. You can see all our tours on our website www.mountaineers.is
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Iceberg Tours
We offer Zodiac Boat Tours on the majestic Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Fjallsárlón is an isolated glacial lagoon in the realm of Vatnajökull. Arriving to the lagoon is like stepping into a dreamlike world that offers spectacular sights. Iceland's tallest volcano, the Öræfajökull glacier, looms above the lagoon and reaches down to the water where icebergs break off into the lake and drift serenely around before melting.
During the tour we will take you on a journey through time and tell you how the local farmers had to struggle with the forces of nature in their daily lives.
We invite you to experience the breathtaking natural scenery as we take you on a guided boat tour along floating icebergs and giant glaciers!
Iceberg lagoon specializes in guided boat tours on the majestic glacial lagoon, Fjallsárlón. The lagoon is located at the roots of the national park of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. On the lagoon, you can see icebergs that calved from the edge of the glacier and are now floating around. Operating on Zodiac boats gives the advantage to go closer to the icebergs, also sailors always pick the most interesting route to the edge of the glacier, based on situation and conditions of the lagoon. While passengers will be taking in all the beauty of the lagoon, the guide will explain the formation of the glacier, the wild nature around and how people used to live in the isolated and harsh environment.
Open: from 16. Aprll - 15. october 9:30- 18:00
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Mr.Iceland
Horseback ride and dinner with a Viking!
Efri-Úlfsstaðir, our farm, is located right in the center of our greatest Saga: BrennuNjáls Saga. Arriving at our farm, you will be a part of our history, and you should also feel part of it. When we ride our horses, we ride on 1000-year-old tracks that the Vikings used to ride. We drink from the same river and look at the same mountains as the Vikings did. The horses are the foundation of all our tours, but our Saga, food, and insight give you a very special experience not to be found anywhere else.
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Glacier Lagoon Boat Tours
Jökulsárlón is a natural wonder with huge iceblocks floating on the lagoon right by highway 1, the Ring Road! You can take a 30-40 minutes guided boat trip on the lagoon and sail among icebergs more than a thousand years old. A great opportunity for photographing! A small café with refreshments and souvenirs is by the lagoon. It is wonderful to relax on the veranda and enjoy the beautiful scenery. We are open from 15th May to 15th September. Skaftafell National Park is 60 km away, Höfn 80 km.
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Southcoast Adventure
Specializes in tailor-made private & luxury tours and all kinds of day trips around Iceland. Open schedule tours or private
Southcoast Adventure was established in 2009 by Þorgerður Guðmundsdóttir and Ársæll Hauksson. To begin with, there was just ONE jeep that was used to offer trips to tourists and mostly Icelanders who wanted to see more of their beautiful country. Two years later, their first member of staff was hired. The company today has 28 vehicles of all shapes and sizes, including snowmobiles and 4×4 buggies.
Initially, daily trips were offered to Eyjafjallajökul, Þórsmörk, and Fimmvörðuháls. Today, the company has grown considerably, and daily trips are offered in many vehicles to many destinations: snowmobile and buggy trips; twice daily departures to the ice cave; trips transporting luggage for those clients who are doing hikes to the various glaciers, mountains, and the interior; glacier ice-hikes as well as those up mountains and further inland.
All of this and custom-made trips/adventures for those who thirst for something off the beaten track. Many of the staff are also active members of the local Search and Rescue, and this obviously is a bonus when dealing with Icelandic nature and the sometimes rugged environment. Thankfully, their unique skills have not often been called upon, but it is a reassuring skill to have.
No two days are the same, and there is always a feeling of excitement for the next day at work and the adventures it may bring. The company prides itself on building incredible trips and memories for our clients, both locals and foreigners. Staff/guides are always encouraged to extend their knowledge as much as possible so that all clients are satisfied and the company aims always to improve their service. As mentioned, most of the staff/guides are from the surrounding areas – this is a huge advantage as it means that when needs arise, the local knowledge makes for a more comfortable working environment.
Southcoast Adventure offers luxury Super Jeep tours in South Iceland, such as day tours, guided hikes, or customized tours. Book your Iceland adventure now!
Buggy Tours:
Buggy tours in Iceland have become increasingly popular over the last decade. ATV adventure tours are suitable for almost anyone in terms of fitness level. They are, of course, guided by professionals. On the buggy tours, you’ll be able to reach unique destinations and get in touch with the beautiful nature along the south coast of Iceland.
Our perfect little mix of Little Bit of Everything Buggy Adventure tour.
Experience our two-hour buggy adventure tour. The tour starts from our base, Brú Base by Road 249. After a short briefing where your guide takes you through safety procedures, we dress up in a waterproof snow/whole suit and helmet and hop into our buggy ride.
Drive around the area between Fljótshlíð and Eyjafjallajökull. Visit waterfalls, drive on the Markaðsfljótaurar- tundra sand fields around Dímon, cross small streams, and stop at a viewpoint looking over Seljalandsfoss and Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands).
This two-hour buggy tour is a unique way to enjoy Icelandic nature and covers some waterfalls and gravel road driving. A stunning natural playground for the next few hours as you test out your buggy surrounded by amazing scenery only Iceland can offer.
These two-seater, 4×4 ATVs are fully automatic, thoroughly inspected, and road-legal. They also burst with excellent safety and design features, such as the roll cage, safety belts, and double A-arm front suspension. These factors make for a buggy ride that’s as safe as comfortable.
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Powering the Future
Landsvirkjun's energy exhibition is located in Ljósafoss Power Station, about a 50-minute drive from Reykjavík.
The exhibition is interactive, with an emphasis on play and experience. It offers guests a glimpse into the world of electricity and introduces them to the renewable and sustainable energy generation methods used by Landsvirkjun.
Open every day this summer from 10:00-17:00, free admission.
Groups of 10 or more guests organized by travel agencies, companies, institutions, or associations are kindly asked to fill out this visit request - https://www.landsvirkjun.com/form/group-visit-request
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Secret Local Adventures
Secret local adventures is a family-owned business and was founded in 2016 and we are located 5 km. (about 3 miles) from the small town Flúðir. The company is owned by the friends Guðmann (Manni) and Hjálmur (Hjalli) but they also guide our river rafting tours!
Secret local adventures offer guided river rafting tours with local guides, down Hvítá river. Our customers will be able to experience breathtaking nature in Hvítá canyon that is only accessible by boat and of course we promise a day full of fun! We always travel in small and personal groups and customize the trip to your needs! Whether you are traveling with friends or family, we always have fun! We have two types of trips, the first is during the day but the second is a „summer special“. During the summer we offer midnight trips where you can enjoy the Icelandic summer nights in a unique way!
Secret local adventures is one of very few companies that operate in dry suits. Our gear prevents water from getting inside the suit leaving our customers 90% dry when we finish the trip. The dry suits also keep you warm so you don‘t need to worry about the cold water ruining the trip!
We are located at the end of the Golden circle and are close to many nice restaurants, natural hot spring and other fun activities.
You can find all the information about our trips, gear and prices on our website, secretlocal.is. Please feel free to contact us with any questions by calling to one of these numbers +354 899-0772 (Manni) or +354 865-3511 (Hjalli) or send us an email: secretlocal@secretlocal.is.
Can‘t wait to have an amazing rafting trip with you this summer!
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Glacier Journey
The company is based at Víkurbraut 4 Höfn, approx. 79 km east of Glacier Lagoon- Jökulsárlón, owned and run by the couple Laufey and Gulli.
Glacier Journey is operating all year round and offers Super jeep tours, Snowmobile tours, and Ice cave tours. The company also offers sightseeing tours in the Vatnajökull area on small buses for smaller groups.
During the winter, the meeting point is at the Glacier Lagoon- Jökulsárlón, where they go to the ice caves and the snowmobiles.
During the summer, the meeting point is next to Hotel Smyrlabjörg, 38 km west of Höfn (42 km east of Glacier lagoon-Jökulsárlón).
Tours that we offer
Snowmobile tourCome and explore with us the fantastic lunar landscape of Iceland! Our tour will take us through rugged and wild landscapes, and stunningly beautiful valleys, and offers a breathtaking view of some of the highest peaks in the whole country and over the amazing Vatnajökull glacier.
Super Jeep glacier tourExperience Iceland like you never did before!Join our jeep tours and drive with us 1.400 meters up in the mountains where the view over Iceland’s highest peaks will take your breath away! And on top of that, the largest glacier in Europe will lay beneath your feet.
Ice cave tourYou will get the opportunity of a lifetime to enjoy one of the world’s greatest wilderness; Iceland’s largest glacier. You’ll get to drive in a specially modified Super Jeep to the glacier, explore the glacier environment, enjoy a view out of this world and go into and underneath the glacier and experience the glacier’s beauty from the inside!
On each tour, an experienced guide will lead the way the whole time to make sure everyone is enjoying themselves to the fullest. We also make sure that all of our guests get the necessary equipment for each tour.
For more information contact us via e-mail at info@glacierjourney.is or visit our website www.glacierjourney.is. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Guide to Iceland
Uniting over 1500 Icelandic travel operators in a single community, Guide to Iceland remains the world's largest collaboration for Icelandic travel services. Our online platform provides unprecedented access to customer-reviewed tours, accommodation, and rental cars in Iceland. We also offer unique packages, customized to meet the wishes of seasoned and first-time visitors alike.
Guide to Iceland has been recognized as Iceland's Leading Travel Agency at the World Travel Awards from 2018 to 2021, 4 years in a row, and the Leading Destination Management Company of Iceland, 2 years in a row, in 2020 and 2021.
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Selfoss Town Tours
Selfoss Town Tours is a new tour company located in the town of Selfoss. We specialize in history- and food tours around our town with an experienced local guide. We stop at interesting locations and taste delicious food in some of the restaurants in town. The goal of the tour is for our guests to have a good time, taste delicious local food and get to know the interesting history of Selfoss.
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Laugarvatn Adventure
Laugarvatn Adventure offers exciting caving tours all year round with guaranteed departurs every day from June to August. We are based in Laugarvatn, a small village in the middle of the golden circle, and all our tours start there. You will see our sign from the main road.
Caving trips, super jeep tours, ski touring trips and courses.
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Katlatrack
Katlatrack was estabilished in the spring of 2009 with the goal of providing diverse forms of recreation in the south of Iceland.
The founder of Katlatrack is born and bred in Mýrdalur in the county of Vestur-Skaftafellssýsla. He has a great deal of knowledge of the area and its history. He also has considerable experience of mountaineering, both on foot and in all terrain vechicles both in winter and summer
The main emphasis of Katlatrack‘s activies revolve around the glacier Mýrdalsjökull and Katla, Icelands most powerful volcano which sleeps under its thick blanket of ice, and the majestic nature which surrounds that area. Katlatrack makes every effort to adapt their trips to your needs so that you will have the best possible experience.
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Uthlid Iceland Cottages
Catch the rainbow
Úthlíð is a rare gem to be found in largely unspoiled Icelandic landscape. It is located centrally from most key locations, only an hour drive from Reykjavik, 25 min from the national park of Þingvellir, 10 min from the famous Geysir hot springs and only 15 min from Gullfoss.
Úthlíð offers unique combination of services:
Cottages for rent, various sizes and types
Swimming Pool with hot tubs and shower
Grill Bar and Restaurant
Camping site with grill facilities
Convenience store and a Gas station
9 hole golf course
Horse rental for shorter and longer trips
Golf course name:
Number of holes:
Par:
Úthlíðarvöllur
9
70
Horserental - 7 person max pr. tour - bookings: Tel.: +354-699-5500
Shorter guided horse riding tours offered on request.
Click here to book a house.
Please contact for further information.
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Hotel Grímsborgir - Your luxury retreat in the Golden Circle
Hotel Grimsborgir is a four-star hotel located 70 km east of Reykjavik in the heart of the Golden Circle, nestled on the bank of river Sogid surrounded by stunning landscape. Some of the highlights of Iceland´s nature, geography, and history are within easy reach.
The accommodation consists of 44 standard rooms, 24 superior twin or double rooms, 25 deluxe rooms, 10 gallery suites, 6 junior suites, 5 studio apartments for up to 4 guests and 6 big apartments in a private house with 4 bedrooms for up to 8 guests. All rooms come with a balcony or terrace and access to geothermal hot tubs on-site, private or shared.
Hotel Grimsborgir offers a renowned restaurant with an a la carte menu that features Icelandic and international dishes made with fresh local ingredients and seating for up to 240 guests. Live music entertains nightly at Grimsborgir’ s restaurant.
Spend unforgettable winter holidays in the Icelandic countryside and enjoy various activities close by glacier super jeep tours, snow mobile rides, horseback riding and hiking. Not to forget the famous attractions of the Golden Circle: the waterfall Gullfoss, the hot water fountain Geysir and the National Park Þingvellir.
In the evenings you can swing by our elegant Grímsborgir Restaurant to treat yourselves to an Icelandic gourmet meal and try specialties like lamb loin, lobster or the famous Icelandic meat soup. Finally, relax in one of our hot tubs while gazing at the stars and of course the fascinating Northern Lights!
Our hotel is situated far away from light pollution and is therefore the perfect place to experience the spectacular Northern Lights! We offer an optional wake-up call if Northern Lights are spotted in the sky. Our guests can also enjoy hot drinks while waiting for the display of lights.
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Caves of Hella
Twelve man-made caves have been discovered on the land of Ægissíða by Hella on the South Coast of Iceland. Four of them have been open to the public. The historical site is Iceland's oldest still standing archaeological remains. Some believe the caves to date even further back than the settlement of the Nordic Vikings.
The wonders of the Caves of Hella include ancient crosses, wall carvings, and carved seats.
Mystery surrounds the caves and for centuries people have wondered:
Are the caves the handiwork of the Celts?
Were the caves a place of ancient worship?
Caves of Hella offer a great opportunity to explore these historic caves in Iceland. Join us to discover the secrets they hold and experience the magical Underworld of the South.
The Caves are located right next to Route 1 (the Ring Road), an approximately hour drive from Reykjavik.
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Viking Tours
Viking Tours is a growing coach company with a good fleet of various sizes of coaches. We can offer buses for 49 to 69 passengers along with luxury cars for 6 people and luxury sprinters for up to 19 people. Our fleet is modern and of good quality and meets customers' demand for comfort and flexibility. You can rent the coaches with or without a driver and enjoy Iceland on your terms.
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Local Guide - of Vatnajökull
Local Guide of Vatnajökull is a small family run company in the South East of Iceland offering small and intimate glacier trips on the Vatnajökull glacier outlets. All of our guides are local to the area and have a wealth of experience guiding and training on Vatnajökull glacier.
We pride ourselves in offering tours suitable for all abilities and levels of enthusiasm, whether you are a family experiencing Iceland for the first time, or if you are a more adventurous explorer with some experience on glaciers, we hope you will enjoy a trip with us at Local Guide.
What do we offer?
Winter: During the winter months October-March we specialise in ice cave tours. We offer short, more accessible tours as well as longer tours suited to the more adventurous. We are able to cater to large group sizes too.
Summer: In the summer months from April-September our focus is glacier hiking. We have a number of tours suitable for most ages, as well as ice climbing or a full day techniques tour for the more adventurous.
Why Chose Local Guide?
- Small group experience- 4x4 jeep transfer (which means less of a walk to the glacier)- Local guides that know the area very well- Highly trained glacier guides using the standards of AIMG- Owned and run by locals living in the Vatnajökull region
Please get in touch!
If you cannot find what you are looking for please let us know, we aim to be as flexible as possible and hope we can find a tour that fits your requirements. If we do not have what you are looking for we will do our utmost to help you.
To find us on Instagram, please click here.
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Secret Iceland
Secret Iceland is licensed day tour provider authorized by the Icelandic tourist board since 2010. Founders of Secret Iceland are the brothers Trausti and Guðmann. They are born and raised in Vík í Mýrdal.
Let us reveal to you the hidden secrets of Lakagigar Craters.
Lakagigar is nestled deep in the Icelandic highlands between the glaciers Vatnajökull and Mýrdalsjökull . This is like entering another world like no other place on earth. Some have seen similarity with the land of Mordor in the epic adventure film Lord of the Rings based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien yet so beautiful and peaceful in the middle of the mountains and mossy green lava.
Don’t risk your precious rental car crossing rivers on the rough track to Laki. There is no insurance in the world that covers damage to your car when crossing rivers.
Crossing deep rivers and driving on rough mountain tracks are what the Icelandic Super Jeep was made for. The Super Jeep was born in Iceland. It’s a four-wheel drive, all-terrain vehicles equipped with massive suspension systems and tires ranging from 38″ to 46″ in size. Besides using enormous tires, these vehicles have reshaped bodies to house the larger wheels, extended suspension, and a special lift kit to increase the ride height.
Most Icelandic mountain tracks and roads (f roads) are just for larger 4x4 vehicles with experienced drivers. They are narrow little maintained tracks and there are rivers to cross and sharp rocks and pot holes hard to see on the way.
Let your expert local driver guide do the driving while he gives you informative comments about the history and geology of Lakagigar.
Among the places we visit in the tour is Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Fagrifoss waterfall, Tjarnargigur Crater and of course Lakagigar and the mountain Laki.
The tour begins in Kirkjubæklaustur, a southern town often nicknamed Klaustur by locals.
Many visitors to Iceland will find themselves in this historic location as they travel the South Coast; it is between the village of Vík Í Mýrdal and the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and is steeped in religious heritage.
Duration: 8-9 hours. Total stopping/hiking time: 5 hours Available from 10th June – 30th September
We look forward to meeting you.
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TourDesk | Lækjartorg 5 | 101 Reykjavík | 5534321 |
Harpa Yachts | Ægisgarður 5G | 101 Reykjavík | 7797779 |
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Goldencircletaxi.com | Rafræn þjónusta / Web service | 101 Reykjavík | 892-0301 |
DIVE.IS | Hólmaslóð 2 | 101 Reykjavík | 578-6200 |
AE86 | Barónsstígur 27 | 101 Reykjavík | 659-8550 |
Volcano Air | 101 Reykjavík | 863-0590 | |
Ober Leigubílar | Smyrilshlíð 10 | 102 Reykjavík | 785-9896 |
Sama Trip | Smyrilshlíð 10 | 102 Reykjavík | 788-4202 |
Iceland Pro Tour | Hvassaleiti 9 | 103 Reykjavík | 894-4069 |
Car Buddy | Kænuvogur 55 | 104 Reykjavík | 781-7244 |
Enjoy Iceland Tours | Stefnisvogur 6 | 104 Reykjavík | 547-7300 |
A little trip to Iceland | Súðarvogur 36 | 104 Reykjavík | 899-6626 |
Arctic Adventures | Köllunarklettsvegur 2 | 104 Reykjavík | 562-7000 |
Local Friends Iceland | Austurbrún 4 | 104 Reykjavík | 899-4461 |
Spicy Viking Iceland | Langholtsvegur 147 | 104 Reykjavík | 868-4848 |
Asgard Beyond | Dugguvogur 42 | 104 Reykjavík | 779-6000 |
Gray Line Iceland | Klettagarðar 4 | 104 Reykjavík | 540-1313 |
Auroraman | Kleppsvegur 132 | 104 Reykjavík | 775-1411 |
HappyHorses | Skipasund 6 | 104 Reykjavík | 863-7038 |
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FLÓKI TOURS | Flókagata 1 | 105 Reykjavík | 853-7575 |
Iceland Unlimited | Borgartún 27 | 105 Reykjavík | 415-0600 |
Unreal Iceland | Mjóahlíð 16 | 105 Reykjavík | 848-8468 |
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Explorer´s Edge | Meðalholt 2 | 105 Reykjavík | 824-3754 |
Iceland Untouched | Meistaravellir 11 | 107 Reykjavík | 696-0171 |
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Aurora Globe / Aurora Globe Tours | Háaleitisbraut 117 | 108 Reykjavík | 839-6912 |
Stefán Svavarsson | Sævarland 14 | 108 Reykjavík | 693-4726 |
Rob Trips | Fellsmúli 6 | 108 Reykjavík | 680-0715 |
Arctic Mike Iceland | Fellsmúli 7 | 108 Reykjavík | 894-2731 |
Ice Tourism | Síðumúli 29 | 108 Reykjavík | 5888900 |
Jötnar Mountaineering | Bústaðavegur 61 | 108 Reykjavík | 857-6253 |
Hey Iceland | Síðumúli 2 | 108 Reykjavík | 570-2700 |
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WeTravel | Tangabryggja 12a | 110 Reykjavík | 779-5787 |
Boreal Super Jeep Tours | Austurberg 20 | 111 Reykjavík | 8646489 |
AfroÍs | Hólaberg 78 | 111 Reykjavík | 853-1991 |
Tours in Iceland | Fýlshólar 9 | 111 Reykjavík | 788-5618 |
Iceland Serenity Tours | Asparfell 2 | 111 Reykjavík | 691-4147 |
Icelands-best.is | Veghús 31 | 112 Reykjavík | 888-5132 |
Absorb Iceland | Rósarimi 1 | 112 Reykjavík | 695-5566 |
Ottó the Viking | Flétturimi 1 | 112 Reykjavík | 788-3638 |
Ingimundur Sverrir Sigfússon | Gvendargeisli 60 | 113 Reykjavík | 615-3404 |
Y.I. / Your Iceland | Hamarsgata 2 | 170 Seltjarnarnes | 761-6386 |
Gravel Travel | Kirkjubraut 10 | 170 Seltjarnarnes | 497-5005 |
Bus2u | Heiðargerði 25 | 190 Vogar | 692-9080 |
Iceland Driver | Holtagerði 78 | 200 Kópavogur | 898-3999 |
GJ Travel | Vesturvör 34 | 200 Kópavogur | 5205200 |
Season Tours | Fífuhjalli 19 | 200 Kópavogur | 8634592 |
Private Iceland | Skólagerði 61 | 200 Kópavogur | 860-5565 |
Arctic Exposure | Skemmuvegur 12 (blá gata) | 200 Kópavogur | 617-4550 |
Spice of Iceland | Engihjalli 9 | 200 Kópavogur | 762-7823 |
HeidrunGuide / PrivateguideHeidrun | Álfatún 19 | 200 Kópavogur | 790-4101 |
Iceland Day Trips | Þinghólsbraut 24 | 200 Kópavogur | 698-6797 |
FishIceland | Lundur 11, íbúð 503 | 200 Kópavogur | 899-4247 |
JourneyIceland.is | Engihjalli 17 | 200 Kópavogur | 761-2677 |
Illusions of Iceland | Lundur 8 | 200 Kópavogur | 566-6557 |
My Iceland Guide | Dalvegur 18 | 201 Kópavogur | 696-1196 |
Arctic Advanced | Rjúpnasalir 10 | 201 Kópavogur | 777-9966 |
Aliveg Journeys | Vallakór 6A | 203 Kópavogur | 783-1993 |
Moss and Lava Travel | Auðnukór 7 | 203 Kópavogur | 856-6440 |
Adventure Patrol | Flesjakór 13 | 203 Kópavogur | 666-4700 |
Cool Travel Iceland | Austurkór 51 | 203 Kópavogur | 5172665 |
REYKJAVÍK TRANSFERS | Breiðahvarf 15 | 203 Kópavogur | 777-9916 |
Icelandic Guides | Lyngmóar 7 | 210 Garðabær | 896-6288 |
BT Travel | Lyngás 1 | 210 Garðabær | 760-8000 |
Icecube Tours | Lyngás 11 | 210 Garðabær | 784-0027 |
Local Driver Guide | Hvannalundur 10 | 210 Garðabær | 854-3577 |
Icelandic Events Management and Travel Advisor | - | 220 Hafnarfjörður | 565-5800 |
Iceland is Hot / Come to Iceland | Norðurvangur 44 | 220 Hafnarfjörður | 775-0725 |
Tófa Travel | Suðurgata 38 | 220 Hafnarfjörður | 664-5551 |
Tulip Fun Tours | Skipalón 21 | 220 Hafnarfjörður | 833-3722 |
Nordur Travel | Einhella 4 | 221 Hafnarfjörður | 861-7675 |
Sleipnir Glacier Tours | Stálhella 2 | 221 Hafnarfjörður | 565-4647 |
Exploring Iceland | Fálkastígur 2 | 225 Garðabær | 519-1555 |
Perfect Iceland | Norðurvellir 6 | 230 Reykjanesbær | 821-6569 |
GeoCamp Iceland | Mánagata 1 | 230 Reykjanesbær | 6906651 |
Dagsferðir ehf. | Hringbraut 88 | 230 Reykjanesbær | 832-5000 |
Volcano Tours | Víkurbraut 2 | 240 Grindavík | 426-8822 |
Artistica Tours | Ránargata 3 | 240 Grindavík | 776-9230 |
Elegant Tours | Bjarmaland 20 | 245 Suðurnesjabær | 780-6553 |
Private Hire Iceland | Vallarás 5 | 260 Reykjanesbær | 539-3990 |
BackyardIceland | Njarðarbraut 3 | 260 Reykjanesbær | 421-6353 |
Nordix | Svölutjörn 57 | 260 Reykjanesbær | 868-0329 |
BestTours.is | Þórustígur 32 | 260 Reykjanesbær | 844-2513 |
Ingib.thor Photography Travel Tours | Svölutjörn 11 | 260 Reykjanesbær | 866-2583 |
I4U | Skógarbraut 918B | 262 Reykjanesbær | 762-8568 |
itour.is | Bjarkarholt 10 | 270 Mosfellsbær | 855-2550 |
Reykjavik Outventure Premium Tours | Völuteigur 9 | 270 Mosfellsbær | 659-0675 |
Igólfur Jóhannesson | Bjarkarholt 10 | 270 Mosfellsbær | 855-2550 |
Dogsledding Iceland | Þingvallasvæðið, Mosfellsbær | 271 Mosfellsbær | 8636733 |
Heading North | Jökulsárlón | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 869-0979 |
South East | Hlíðarberg 1 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 846-6313 |
Local Icelander | Álaugarvegi 2 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 867-7325 |
Marina Travel | Hólabraut 20 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 857-8726 |
Glacier Superjeep | Bugðuleira 6 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 774-1822 |
Glacier Trips | Álaugarvegur 2 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 779-2919 |
Frozen Giants | Hólabraut 10 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 693-5953 |
Vatnajökull Travel | Bugðuleira 3 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 894-1616 |
Glacier Travel | Silfurbraut 21 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 863-9600 |
East Coast Travel | Hlíðartún 4 | 780 Höfn í Hornafirði | 849-3422 |
Hornhestar | Horn 1 | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 868-4042 |
Glacier Zipline | Jökulsárlón | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 497-1335 |
Dynjandi Guesthouse | Dynjandi | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 849-4159 |
Blue Iceland Suðursveit | Reynivellir | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 694-1200 |
Ice Explorers | Jökulsárlón | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 866-3490 |
Adventure Point | Hæðagarður 18 | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 899-2248 |
Glacier Mice | Breiðabólsstaður | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 863-4733 |
Fláfjall | Hlíðarberg 1 | 781 Höfn í Hornafirði | 866-2318 |
Glacier Horses | Svínafell 3, Sel 2 | 785 Öræfi | 847-7170 |
Glacier and Volcano expeditions | Malarás | 785 Öræfi | 777-4815 |
Icefall | Skaftafell | 785 Öræfi | 6166794 |
Glacier Guides | Skaftafell | 785 Öræfi | 659-7000 |
Traverse Iceland / Trip Iceland | Skaftafellsstofa | 785 Öræfi | 786-1695 |
Eat in Iceland Scenic Food Tours | Ástjörn 7 | 800 Selfoss | 697-9280 |
Travel North | Sunnuvegur 5 | 800 Selfoss | 776-8707 |
Arctic Trail Tours | Víðivellir 1 | 800 Selfoss | 860-7110 |
Frosty Tours | Birkihólar 13 | 800 Selfoss | 787-8775 |
GTIce | Lágengi 26 | 800 Selfoss | 534-4446 |
Jeep Experience Iceland | Birkivellir 34 | 800 Selfoss | 789-1941 |
GT Travel | Fossnes C | 800 Selfoss | 480-1200 |
GeoAdventures Iceland | Austurmýri 5 | 800 Selfoss | 781-3520 |
Nskt destination | Tryggvagata 13 | 800 Selfoss | 898-6463 |
Núpsverk | Stóri-Núpur | 801 Selfoss | 848-1618 |
Hestakráin country hotel / Land og hestar | Húsatóftir 2a | 801 Selfoss | 486-5616 |
Iceland South Coast Travel | Lambastaðir | 801 Selfoss | 777-0705 |
Between the Rivers | Norðurbraut 33 | 801 Selfoss | 822-3345 |
The Grumpy Whale | Bitra | 801 Selfoss | 888-5771 |
Farmers Adventures | Einiholt 2 | 801 Selfoss | 898-7972 |
Katla Adventure | Knarrarholt | 801 Selfoss | 823-6119 |
Iceland A-Z Travel | Hoftún 2 | 801 Selfoss | 888-8050 |
Geysir Hestar | Kjóastaðir 2 | 801 Selfoss | 847-1046 |
SPS-ferðir | Stekkholt land 1 | 803 Selfoss | 856-5255 |
Minibus.is / Guided tours | Önundarholt | 803 Selfoss | 7813000 |
Vesturkot - horse breeding and riging tours | Vesturkot | 804 Selfoss | 846-1575 |
Ferðaþjónustan Vorsabær | Vorsabær 2, Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppi | 804 Selfoss | 866-7420 |
Kálfhóll Farm / Iceland with Sophie | Kálfhóll 2 | 804 Selfoss | 846-7015 |
ION Adventure Hotel | Nesjavellir | 805 Selfoss | 578-3720 |
Ferðaþjónusta Skjótur | Kjóastöðum | 806 Selfoss | 8451566 |
The Cave People | Laugarvatnshellar | 806 Selfoss | 857-2531 |
IceThor.is | Torfholt 8 | 806 Selfoss | 766-0123 |
Parliament Horses | Skógarhólar | 806 Selfoss | 849-2019 |
Pick Iceland | Bjarkarheiði 4 | 810 Hveragerði | 695-9405 |
Landferðir | Lyngheiði 10 | 810 Hveragerði | 647-4755 |
Alive Journeys | Laufskógar 32 | 810 Hveragerði | 618-2035 |
Midvik Lodge | Drekahraun 6 | 810 Hveragerði | 663-1601 |
See You In Iceland | Fagrihvammur | 810 Hveragerði | 888-6644 |
Icee-Icelandic Equestrian Experience | Vorsabæjarvellir 14 | 810 Hveragerði | 663-1601 |
L.F.C Island | Egilsbraut 4 | 815 Þorlákshöfn | 690-1111 |
Cora´s House and Horses | Bjarnastaðir | 816 Ölfus | 844-6967 |
Buggy Iceland | Skíðaskálinn Hveradölum | 816 Ölfus | 849-0511 |
Mountain Excursion | Lindarbæ | 816 Ölfus | 897-7737 |
Hajnalka Simon | Eyrargata 46b | 820 Eyrarbakki | 845-6249 |
Bakkahestar | Stekkjarvað 5 | 820 Eyrarbakki | 823-2205 |
High country Iceland | Bolalda 4 | 850 Hella | 849-0511 |
Hella horses | Hesthúsavegur 4 | 850 Hella | 888-8777 |
MudShark.is | Freyvangur 22 | 850 Hella | 6911849 |
Toptours / Erlingur Gíslason | Þrúðvangur 36a | 850 Hella | 487-5530 |
Þjóðólfshagi | Þjóðólfshagi 1 | 851 Hella | 898-3038 |
Local Travel | Stóri Klofi | 851 Hella | 615-9001 |
FG Private Tours | Dufþaksbraut 7a | 860 Hvolsvöllur | 774-2339 |
Iceland Rewild | Nýbýlavegur 48A | 860 Hvolsvöllur | 832-9150 |
On the Stroll / Wandering and Vagabonding | Hvolsvegur 30 | 860 Hvolsvöllur | 666-2211 |
Outdoor Activity | Skálakot | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 782-1460 |
ATVICELAND | Lambalækur | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 6612503 |
Ytri-Skógar Horse Rental | Ytri-Skógar 3 | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 487-8832 |
Seljalandsfoss Taxi | Eystra Seljaland | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 847-9600 |
Kayak Farm | Hvammur | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 783-4752 |
Hestaleigan Skálakoti | Skálakot | 861 Hvolsvöllur | 487-8953 |
Pure Iceland | Sléttuvegur 3 | 870 Vík | 772-8595 |
VikHorseAdventure | Smiðjuvegur 6 | 870 Vík | 787-9605 |
True Adventure Bike | Víkurbraut 5 | 870 Vík | 698-8890 |
Ingos Icebreaking Tours | Ketilstaðaskóli | 871 Vík | 773-7343 |
Walk and Talk with My Uncle | Farmehouse Lodge, Skeiðflöt | 871 Vík | 699-2682 |
Vivid Iceland | Ytri-Sólheimar | 871 Vík | 768-1847 |
Ingi Már Björnsson | Suður-Foss | 871 Vík | 894-9422 |
EagleRock tours | Arnardrangur | 881 Kirkjubæjarklaustur | 848-2157 |
Kayak & Puffins | Fífilgata 8 | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 777-8159 |
Reiðskólinn og hestaleigan Lyngfell | Lyngfell | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 898-1809 |
EyjaTours | Básaskersbryggja | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 852-6939 |
Seabirds and Cliff Adventures Tours | Illugagata 61 | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 8932150 |
Rent A Bus | Heiðarvegur 59 | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 896-3640 |
Odin Travel | Brekastíg 7A | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 8624885 |
Hop on hop off Heimaey - the Puffin path | Hrauntún 44 | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 858-3551 |
SSH ehf. - Einsi kaldi | Vestmannabraut 28 | 900 Vestmannaeyjar | 777-0521 |