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The Mysterious Snæfellsnes National Park | Small Group Day Tour

  • Availability

    All year

  • DURATION

    11 hours

  • Difficulty

    Very Easy

  • Pickup

    Included

  • Minimum Age

    5 Years

  • Price

    ISK 18.900

Tour Highlights:

  • Explore the spectacular Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • See the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano
  • Look for seals at Ytri Tunga
  • Discover the coastal scenery of Arnarstapi & Hellnar
  • Visit Lóndrangar & Djúpalónssandur
  • See the historic Ingjaldshólskirkja
  • Photograph iconic Kirkjufell
  • Small-group experience with a maximum of 19 guests

Included:

  • Pickup and drop-off within Reykjavík
  • English-speaking guide
  • Small-group transportation
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour from Reykjavík

Discover the dramatic landscapes of West Iceland on this Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour from Reykjavík. Often called “Iceland in Miniature,” the peninsula brings together glaciers, volcanoes, black beaches, rugged coastlines, wildlife and picturesque mountains in one remarkable region.

Travel in a small group with an English-speaking guide and explore Snæfellsnes National Park and its surrounding coastline. Along the way, discover famous sights including Ytri Tunga, Arnarstapi, Hellnar, Lóndrangar, Djúpalónssandur, Ingjaldshólskirkja and iconic Kirkjufell.

Discover Snæfellsnes National Park

Towering above the peninsula is Snæfellsjökull, a glacier-capped volcano made famous by Jules Verne’s Journey to the Center of the Earth.

The journey takes you through a landscape shaped by volcanic activity and the North Atlantic Ocean. Explore dramatic cliffs, unusual lava formations, black beaches and small coastal communities while discovering the natural beauty of West Iceland.

Wildlife, Coastlines & Famous Landmarks

Look for seals at Ytri Tunga, enjoy the coastal scenery around Arnarstapi and Hellnar, and discover the black volcanic landscape of Djúpalónssandur.

Later, visit Ingjaldshólskirkja before reaching one of Iceland’s most photographed mountains, Kirkjufell.

With a maximum of 19 passengers, this small-group experience offers a comfortable and personal way to explore the peninsula.

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour from Reykjavík takes up to 11 hours, with pickup and drop-off within Reykjavík included.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour from Reykjavík?

The tour takes up to 11 hours, including pickup and drop-off within Reykjavík.

What places do we visit on the Snæfellsnes tour?

Highlights include Ytri Tunga, Arnarstapi, Hellnar, Lóndrangar, Djúpalónssandur, Ingjaldshólskirkja and Kirkjufell.

Can I see seals on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula?

Ytri Tunga is known for its seal colony, so you may have the chance to see seals. However, wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Are meals included in the tour?

No. Meals are not included, but the tour makes a stop where you can buy lunch and includes a coffee break later in the day.

Is pickup from Reykjavík included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off from selected locations within Reykjavík are included. Pickup takes place between 08:30 and 09:00.

Important Information

  • Duration: Up to 11 hours
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Minimum age: 5 years
  • Available: All year
  • Pickup takes place between 08:30 and 09:00 from selected locations within Reykjavík
  • Please be ready at your pickup location from 08:30
  • The tour operates with a maximum of 19 passengers
  • Activities include sightseeing, light hiking and wildlife watching
  • Meals are not included
  • There will be a scheduled stop to buy lunch and a coffee break in the afternoon
  • Wildlife sightings, including seals at Ytri Tunga, cannot be guaranteed

What to Bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Good outdoor shoes
  • Windproof and waterproof outer layers
  • Camera
  • Clothing suitable for changing Icelandic weather

Cancellation Policy

  • 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 1 day or less before departure

Þarna er Meals / Not Included komið undir Important Information eins og við viljum hafa það, og ég setti seal sightings sem cannot be guaranteed frekar en að lofa wildlife encounter.

Pickup in Reykjavík

Start your Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour from Reykjavík with pickup from a selected location in the city between 08:30 and 09:00.

Travel west with your English-speaking guide towards the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called “Iceland in Miniature” because of its diverse landscapes.

Ytri Tunga Seal Colony

Visit Ytri Tunga, a golden-sand beach known for its seal colony.

Keep an eye on the shoreline and surrounding rocks, where seals can often be spotted resting or swimming in the ocean.

Arnarstapi & Hellnar

Continue to the beautiful coastal area around Arnarstapi and Hellnar.

Discover dramatic cliffs, natural rock formations and views across the North Atlantic. When conditions allow, enjoy a short walk and take in the rugged coastal scenery.

Lóndrangar & Djúpalónssandur

See the towering basalt formations of Lóndrangar before continuing to Djúpalónssandur, a dramatic black pebble beach surrounded by volcanic landscapes.

Here you can also see the historic lifting stones once used to test the strength of fishermen. The stones range from 23 kg to an impressive 154 kg.

Ingjaldshólskirkja

Visit Ingjaldshólskirkja, a historic church built in 1903 and set on a hill with panoramic views across the surrounding landscape.

The church is also associated with a long-standing local story connecting Christopher Columbus with the area.

Kirkjufell

Finish your sightseeing at spectacular Kirkjufell, one of Iceland’s most recognizable and photographed mountains.

Enjoy views of its distinctive shape and surrounding landscape before beginning the journey back to Reykjavík.

Return to Reykjavík

Relax on the drive back after a full day exploring West Iceland.

The complete tour takes up to 11 hours, including transportation and sightseeing around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

Book this tour

Price from 18.900 ISK per person.

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