16 Activities
Vatnsnes Peninsula: Mythology and Wild Seals
Starts from
Reykjavík
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
16
Duration
2 days
Length
328 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Reykjavík
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
2 days
Length
328 mi
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
Iosu Lopez
Travel Expert
- Admire wild seals in their natural environment at Illugastaðir.
- Say hello to the basalt stone troll Hvítserkur.
- Visit the KIDKA wool products factory in Hvammstangi.
- Climb to the top of one of Gábrók's 3 craters.
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In the north of Iceland, in the center of Húnaflói, shy, green and fertile, the Vatnsnes peninsula claims its place in the itineraries of tourists and travelers. Agriculture, fishing and livestock farming have been the livelihood of the few inhabitants who live in a territory about 40 kilometers long and whose highest point is about 900 meters above sea level.
Its great treasure, with the permission of the mysterious and stony troll Hvítserkur, are the large colonies of seals that inhabit its coasts, which have several responsible observation points. The nature and history of this region are reflected in places like Illugastaðir, Borgarvirki or Hvammstangi, the largest village in Vatnsnes.
Its great treasure, with the permission of the mysterious and stony troll Hvítserkur, are the large colonies of seals that inhabit its coasts, which have several responsible observation points. The nature and history of this region are reflected in places like Illugastaðir, Borgarvirki or Hvammstangi, the largest village in Vatnsnes.
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Categories
- History and Culture
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
In the north of Iceland, in the center of Húnaflói, shy, green and fertile, the Vatnsnes peninsula claims its place in the itineraries of tourists and travelers. Agriculture, fishing and livestock farming have been the livelihood of the few inhabitants who live in a territory about 40 kilometers long and whose highest point is about 900 meters above sea level.
Its great treasure, with the permission of the mysterious and stony troll Hvítserkur, are the large colonies of seals that inhabit its coasts, which have several responsible observation points. The nature and history of this region are reflected in places like Illugastaðir, Borgarvirki or Hvammstangi, the largest village in Vatnsnes.
Its great treasure, with the permission of the mysterious and stony troll Hvítserkur, are the large colonies of seals that inhabit its coasts, which have several responsible observation points. The nature and history of this region are reflected in places like Illugastaðir, Borgarvirki or Hvammstangi, the largest village in Vatnsnes.
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Iosu Lopez
Travel Expert
- Admire wild seals in their natural environment at Illugastaðir.
- Say hello to the basalt stone troll Hvítserkur.
- Visit the KIDKA wool products factory in Hvammstangi.
- Climb to the top of one of Gábrók's 3 craters.
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Travel itinerary
9 Activities
Day 1
194 mi
Approach Day to the Vatnsnes Peninsula
Located in the northwest of Iceland, the Vatnsnes Peninsula is surrounded by the waters of Miðfjörður Fjord to the west and Húnafjörður Fjord to the east. It is home to one of the largest seal colonies in Iceland. This peninsula will delight photography lovers for its beautiful scenery, nature and wildlife. Among the attractions you will see today are the open-air museum Árbær, the Gábrók crater, the Glanni waterfalls, Viking remains at Ingimundarhóll or a church where important historical events for Iceland took place.
7 Activities
Day 2
134 mi0.1 mi
Day of Wild Seals and a Stone Troll
Good morning! Your trip begins with a face-to-face experience with the seal colonies next to Illugastaðir farm on the west coast of the Vatnsnes Peninsula. Then you will pay your respects to the great stone troll Hvítserkur. You won't leave Hvammstangi without visiting the KIDKA textile factory for wool products and the best seal museum in Iceland. All this seasoned with delicious traditional Icelandic food. On the way back to Reykjavík, you will visit three waterfalls: Benefoss, Ankafoss and Attifoss.