Experience the secluded beauty of the East Iceland wilderness. On this voyage through fertile valleys and desolate highlands, you will witness the incredible contrast of Icelandic nature as well as the rich history of the area.
Among the places you will visit is Europe’s largest hydroelectric power plant and Stuðlagil Canyon. On our tour, there will be deep ravines, a hot geothermal waterfall, and a visit to the Wilderness Center, where you can immerse yourself in the history of Iceland.
This super jeep tour takes you beyond the reach of regular cars. And when traveling in small groups, with a slow travel style, this becomes a unique experience.
Check out further information here below.
Duration: 10 – 12 hours (duration based on pick up in Egilsstaðir – will be slightly longer from other towns)
Operated: From 1st of February to 15th of April
Difficulty: Easy/Medium
Meeting point: Egilsstaðir Camp Site.
Pick-up: Available at guesthouses in any of the following towns, Breiðdalsvík, Stöðvarfjörður, Fáskrúðsfjörður, Reyðarfjörður, and Egilsstaðir areas.
Groups: This tour is sold as private, the price given is for a group of up to 8 passengers.
Age limit: 7 years and older
Languages: English and Icelandic
What to bring:
– Warm clothing
– Swimsuit and towel
– Good hiking shoes
– Water bottle
Note:
– Due to weather and/or road conditions we might have to alter the itinerary, have longer journey time or cancellation of the tour.
– Due to the long duration of this tour, it is not recommended for children ten years and younger.
– For a private version of this super jeep tour send us an e-mail at jeppaferdir@tinna-adventure.is
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Included
- Fully guided tour
- Transportation
- Entrance to the Icelandic Wilderness Center
- All taxes and fees
Not included
- Meals
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We will start the journey riding through fertile Jökuldalur Glacier Valley, where we encounter picture-perfect waterfalls on the way to Stuðlagil Canyon, adorned with magnificent basalt columns.
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We continue our voyage to the deep ravines of Hafrahvammagljúfur and bathe under a hidden gem, a naturally warm geothermal waterfall in Laugarvalladalur Valley. It is ideal for bathing or showering in the warm waterfall where the stream runs into the valley’s main river.
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Finally, on the way back to Egilsstaðir, we stop at Kárahnjúkar, the biggest power plant in Europe, to encounter epic views of the canyon below. While on the way back, look for the legendary monster of Lake Lagarfljót.
