Iceland Eastern Fjords Hiking Tour

Your Guides

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The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Elisabet Atladottir

After having many indoor jobs, the idea of working outside and exploring nature and different parts of Iceland motivated Elísabet to become a guide. She loves spending time outdoors, seeing great views, hiking, climbing, running, camping, and almost everything that involves being in a beautiful landscape. She also has an arty side and enjoys drawing, painting, and photographing. Hike with Elísabet on MT Sobek's popular Iceland adventures.

Dagny Indrioadottir

Dagny enjoys taking time to explore the wonders of Iceland, whether guiding, traveling, or working as a warden in a remote mountain hut. She is a folklorist with a degree in gender studies and loves sharing her home country with travelers on all different kinds of trips-from hut-to-hut hikes and cross-country skiing adventures to bird-watching tours. In her spare time Dagný likes to travel to faraway countries to hike, climb in the mountains, and soak up different cultures.

Ivar Finnbogason

Ivar is a legend! He is one of Iceland's best and most active mountaineers and ice climbers, racking up many first ascents. Ivar also guides ski-touring trips in winter, and climbing and hiking trips in summer-occasionally stepping outside of Iceland to guide around Mont Blanc, Mt. Elbrus, and Mt. Vinson. In addition to being an experienced guide, Ivar manages and develops the mountaineering and climbing courses to train new guides. Meet Ivar on MT Sobek's popular adventures in Iceland.

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After breakfast, transfer to the Reykjavik domestic airport for an awe-inspiring flight over the highlands to Egilsstadir in eastern Iceland, departing at 9.15am (subject to change). The 60-minute flight includes spectacular views of Mount Hekla, the Vatnajokull ice cap, and Mount Askja. From Egilsstadir, drive to the deep fjord harboring the coastal village of Seydisfjordur, to begin the hike. Set out over green mountains and plateaus down to the uninhabited Lodmundarfjordur, which was, for many years, one of the most isolated and inaccessible communities in Iceland. Luggage for the next 3 nights will be delivered by four-wheel-drive vehicle.
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After breakfast, transfer to the Hengifoss Waterfall, where you enjoy a walk and picnic lunch before continuing south again. Drive over the Oxi pass down to Berufjorður fjord, stopping shortly at Djupivogur village for a short walk along this picturesque harbor. Then continue west past the Lonsvik lagoon, a gathering place for thousands of wild swans and a destination for many migratory birds. After the walk, enjoy the scenic drive that passes the Cape of Whales and the imposing glacial masses as the Vatnajokull ice cap flows down from the mountains.
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After breakfast, enjoy a little time for shopping or exploring before departing Reykjavik at 11am, transferring 45 minutes south to the famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Located in a lava field, the lagoon holds six million liters of geothermal seawater, which is renewed every 40 hours. Soak in the steamy mineral waters, or get a natural massage under the powerful waterfalls, before showering up and transferring back to the Reykjavik-Keflavik Airport for departure flights home (please schedule flights after 5:00pm).
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Accommodations

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Modern, stylish country and city hotels packed with amenities, clean comfortable wilderness huts in remote locations, and simple, friendly guesthouses.

Lodmundarfjordur Hut-Lodmundarfjordur, Iceland

Rustic Lodging

The scenic location is the highlight of the otherwise basic but clean and comfortable Loðmundarfjorður Hut, which has 38 sleeping spaces in side-by-side bunk-style beds. There's a wood stove for heating, a gas stove for cooking, a flush toilet and token-operated shower, plus the option to camp. The hut provides sleeping pads, but it's best to bring your own sleeping bag.

Husavik Mountain Hut-Husavik (House Bay), Iceland

Rustic Lodging

Located in an isolated coastal inlet, Husavik Mountain Hut offers 33 sleeping spaces in side-by-side bunk-style beds. It's equipped with a wood stove for heating, a gas stove for cooking, a flush toilet and token-operated shower, plus the option to camp. The hut provides sleeping pads, but it's best to bring your own sleeping bag.

Breidavik Mountain Hut-Breidavik (Wide Bay), Iceland

Rustic Lodging

Scenically located amid a backdrop of rugged hills, the Breiðavík Mountain Hut offers 33 sleeping spaces in side-by-side bunk-style beds. There is a wood stove for heating, a gas stove for cooking, a flush toilet (but no shower), plus the option to camp. The hut provides sleeping pads, but it's best to bring your own sleeping bag.

Blabjorg Guesthouse

Rustic Lodging

This simple, friendly guesthouse is located in the idyllic fishing village of Bakkagerði, and is surrounded by stunning mountains and nature. It has just four guest rooms, each featuring a bunk with upper twin and lower single, or double beds. Bathroom facilities, including one WC and two showers, are shared. Tonight the beds are equipped with a blanket and pillows, so you will not need your sleeping bag tonight. The guesthouse has a rustic feel but is perfectly located for the nearby hiking trails.

Hotel Hofn-Hofn, Iceland

Comfortable Hotel

Located in the charming coastal town of Hofn, this comfortable hotel offers local cuisine and modern rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi.

Hotel Katla-Vik, Iceland

Comfortable Hotel

Located near Vik i Myrdal, this country hotel features spacious guest rooms with stunning views of the Myrdalsjokull Glacier, outdoor geothermal hot bathtubs, and a fitness center. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi in the lobby area. A hotel bar is available for after dinner drinks.

Lake Hotel Egilsstadir

Comfortable Hotel

Lake Hotel Egilsstadir is a charming family run hotel on the banks of scenic Lagarfljót Lake, known for its legendary lake monster! The hotel's 50 comfortable rooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms and modern amenities. Take a break in the sauna or hot tub, and try authentic Icelandic cuisine at the hotel's Eldhúsið Restaurant.

Fosshotel Reykjavik

Comfortable Hotel

This stylish, centrally located hotel - Iceland's largest - provides great city and waterfront views, and offers a luxury spa, fitness center, and free wifi. There's also an on-site beer garden and Haust, a top-rated restaurant offering fresh, innovative cuisine. Comfortable rooms are equipped with modern amenities, including a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower.

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