Top Experiences in Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Unique things to do, curated by kimkim specialists
Embark on some of the top experiences in Snæfellsnes Peninsula with kimkim's well-curated list of activity recommendations. Enjoy a tour of the Vatnshellir Lava Cave and learn about the formation of the 8000-year-old lava tube, the most visited cave in Ireland. Go whale watching in Ólafsvík and see sperm whales, pilot whales, and orcas along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula coastline. Witness the Ytri-Tunga Beach Seal Colony on the golden sand beach in Snæfellsnes Peninsula and watch the seals sit on the rocks and swim in the sea.
Vatnshellir Lava Cave Tour
4.5
(13)
1 hour
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Small group
Dig deeper into Iceland's geologic history by touring the Vatnshellir Lava Cave on the southwestern end of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. A 2.5-hour drive from Reykjavik will get you there, to the most visited cave in the country.The cave is an 8000-year-old lava tube created by a volcanic eruption...
Whale Watching in Ólafsvík
4.4
(7)
3 hours
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Small group
Nowhere else in Iceland is there a better chance to see the ocean's top predators—sperm whales, pilot whales, and orcas—than along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula coastline. So, join a whale-watching tour from the town of Ólafsvík on the peninsula's northern side (about 2.5 hours from Reykjavik) and...
Ytri-Tunga Beach Seal Colony
Self guided
Set on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is the scenic Ytri-Tunga, a golden sand beach famous for its very accessible seal colony. A 2-hour drive north from Reykjavik via Iceland's famed Ring Road will get you to the beach, where you're nearly guaranteed to catch a glimpse of the seals. At least a few...
Hike Rauðfeldsgjá Gorge
Self guided
Meaning "red-cloaked rift," Rauðfeldsgjá is a deep, high, and narrow gorge set on the western edge of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. A 3-hour drive from Reykjavik will get you to the area near Botnsfjall Mountain and the tiny hamlet of Arnarstapi. When you arrive, you can leave your car in the...
Puffin Tour Snæfellsnes Peninsula
1.5 hours
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Small group
Just off the coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula near the town of Grundarfjörður is the small island of Melrakkaey, complete with towering sea cliffs of basalt columns. These stunning environmental conditions attract the presence of hundreds of puffins. On a traditional oak boat called a Láki,...
Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall
1 hour
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Self guided
Visit the Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall, one of the most photographed scenes in Iceland, thanks to its beautiful backdrop featuring Kirkjufell Mountain. Set on the north side of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula near the town of Grundarfjörður, the waterfall is just about 2.5 hours from Reykjavik. A parking...

Experiences in Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

The beauty of Snæfellsnes
Best Thing to Do on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Just northwest of Reykjavik, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is the perfect hub if you want to enjoy the unique natural beauty of Iceland. All within the same relatively small area, you can hike through a river gorge, gaze at Mt Kirkjufell and its idyllic waterfalls, go whale watching, search seacliffs for puffins, explore a lava cave, view glaciers, and more.

Reykjavik and its natural surroundings
Best Things to Do in Reykjavik

Reykjavik, the Icelandic capital, is an excellent hub for exploring some of the country's famed natural surroundings. From the city, discover wildlife like seal colonies and whale populations or explore inside and outside the active Geldingadalir volcano. Relax in thermal waters and thoroughly enjoy the vast and diverse Icelandic landscapes, all while returning to a vibrant and artsy city each night.

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