ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Private tour of Háifoss, Gjáin, and Sigöldugljúfur, highlands.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Hella · Selfoss forecast
1°
Overcast
Today · Wind 3 m/s
Today
1° -5°
Clear sky
Tomorrow
1° -7°
Clear sky
Sun
-3° -12°
Clear sky
Mon
-7° -9°
Partly cloudy
Tue
-2° -9°
Overcast
Wed
-3° -6°
Overcast
Thu
1° -2°
Light sleet
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for South Iceland
Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.
Snæfellsleið: Snæfell - VatnajökullImpassable
SkógarSpots of ice
Þórsmerkurvegur: Seljalandsfoss - MerkurvegurNot known
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
**A Day of Wonders in the Icelandic Highlands**
Join us on this fantastic adventure to the Icelandic highlands, where you will witness some of the most stunning natural wonders of the country. You will visit Háifoss, the third highest waterfall in Iceland, and its neighbor Granni, cascading down a deep gorge in the Fossá river. You will explore Gjáin, a hidden oasis of greenery, caves, and waterfalls amid the barren volcanic landscape. You will marvel at Sigöldugljúfur, a canyon filled with countless waterfalls that create a fairy-tale scenery. And you will get close to Hekla, one of Iceland's most active and feared volcanoes, and learn about its history and legends. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the beauty and power of the Icelandic highlands. Don't miss it!
What's included
Included
- ✓Parking Fees
Not included
- –Alcoholic Beverages
- –Snacks
- –Lunch
Itinerary
- Tour stop
Amazing oasis at the roots of Iceland highlands, with small waterfalls and an old farm. Game of Thrones shooting location. We will walk to the Old farm and into the Gjáin oasis. The walk is around 500 meters each way. Outdoor shoes are recommended when exploring Gjáin oasis.
- Tour stop
One of Iceland's highest waterfalls, with an amazing view into the valley of Þjórsárdalur. We will drive up the rocky gravel roads leading to the Háifoss waterfall. After we reach the parking we will walk towards the viewpoint and take in this epic natural beauty.
- Tour stop
Lunch stop at Hrauneyjar highland center.
- Tour stop
Small but often very blue waterfall at the entrance to the Iceland Highlands. We will explore for a short time before we continue our journey.
- Tour stop
Valley of tears, an amazing canyon with series of small waterfalls, with the water often being green-blue, is one of Iceland's best-hidden photography locations. Where we will explore the canyon from above and bask in the beauty of this place.
- Tour stop
We will explore the desolated area around Volcano Hekla, from safe distance/ when conditions are good drive up to Rauðaskál crater
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.
This activity may be cancelled if the minimum number of travellers is not met.