This hike along a winding sheep trail leads to a remote mountain lake surrounded by steep ridges and some of the most dramatic lava peaks of Iceland. These untouched landscapes are far away from the beaten track and crowded magnets of the north. If you like hiking and the unspoiled nature, you will love this tour with it's unique landscapes and scenery.
Highlights
Amazing hiking trail off the beaten track
Unforgettable views
Hidden mountain lake in the shadow of dramatic lava peaks
Picnic by a secret mountain lake
Difficulty level
The hike is approximately 8 km (5 miles) with an elevation of 300 m (1000 ft).
What to bring
Hiking shoes, warm clothes, rain jacket and pants, hat and gloves, sunglasses and sun protection, lunch and water bottle, camera, small backpack.
Time
Departure time: 9:00
Duration: 5-6 hours
Departure: Daily on request
Free pick-up: Akureyri hotels, guesthouses and airport
Available: April 15th -November 15th
Price
Price: 19.500 ISK
Minimum on tour: 2
Included: Fully guided hike, pick-up and drop-off, transportation, hiking poles, tea & lunch
Note
Participants should be fit and up for a fairly challenging hike. We usually go off the beaten track and sometimes come across loose stones or patches of snow. If the weather conditions are too harsh, the operator reserves the right to cancel a tour. For safety reasons our guide can refuse customers who are not dressed well enough.