Charming Villages of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula
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Port
Grundarfjordur, Iceland
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$179.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
From Grundarfjordur, your journey takes you through several small fishing villages and along the dramatic coastline as you head toward Snaefells Glacier. The glacier was made famous by French writer Jules Verne in his classic novel Journey to the Center of the Earth. However, it is just one of many interesting geological features, mountains and volcanoes that also grace the area.
Drive past the fishing village Ólafsvík before turning off the road towards one of the hidden gems of Snæfellsnes peninsula, the 10m high Svöðufoss waterfall, cascading off a basalt column cliff. Pause to capture photos before continuing past more charming fishing villages and around the western edge of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The landscape is characterized by sandy beaches, rocky shoreline and jagged mountains, crowned by the shimmering Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Your next stop is Malarrif, an old farm and lighthouse with a new role by a beautiful black sand beach, take the opportunity to stroll along the sands and enjoy the fresh air and nature.
Complete your tour at the tiny fishing village of Arnarstapi. The idyllic location boasts many interesting lava formations and an abundance of birdlife.
Notes:
Participants must negotiate stairs and/or uneven surfaces. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. It is essential that you wear warm, layered clothing to fully enjoy and participate in this excursion; outer layer should be waterproof and windproof. Bring gloves, a warm hat and a scarf. Wear comfortable walking shoes.