Snaefellsnes peninsula

Iceland in miniature - spectacular sights and spiritual powers

Snaefellsnes peninsula is a magnificent place to visit and has been named "Iceland in miniature" due to the many national sights that can be found in the area. The majestic Snaefellsjokull glacier is there and people who believe in esoteric think the glacier is the center of a special field of powers. Extreme Iceland offers tours to the Snaefellsnes peninsula, both day tours and longer journey, where you will experience new things and see new sights every day.

Amongst the precious sights to be seen on Snaefellsnes peninsula are:  Hitara river, Barnaborgarhraun lava field, Longufjorur beaches, Eldborgarhraun lava field, Eldborg volcano, Hnappadalur valley, Landbrotalaug (hot natural pool), Raudhalsahraun lava field, Sturlungalaug / Gudmundarlaug (hot natural pool), Sydri-Raudamelskula, Gullborgarhraun lava field, Gullborg volcano, Gullborgarhellir lava tube, Vegghellir lava tube, Hlidarvatn lake, Oddstadavatn lake, Haffjardara river, Ytri-Raudamelskula, Gerduberg, Ytri-Raudamelur (site of a church), Raudamelsolkelda (the mineral spring in Iceland that has the most volume of water), Hogsholtshraun lava field, Baularvallavatn lake, Hraunsfjardarvatn lake, Olkelda (farm and a mineral spring), Stadarstadur (church site), Hraunsmulahraun lava field, Hofgardatjorn pond, Lysuholl, Blafeldarhraun lava field, Raudakulur, Bjarnarfoss waterfall, Budahraun lava field, Budir, Budakirkja church, Budaklettur, Budahellir lava tube, Hnausahraun lava field, Raudfeldsgja gorge, Stapafell, Vegamannahellir lava tube, Jokulhals, Snaefellsjokull glacier, Vesturthufa, Midthufa, Nordurthufa, mystique of the glacier, Arnarstapi, Solvahamar, Hellnar, Hellnavik, Bardarlaug pool, Laugarbrekka, Dagverdara river, Haahraun, Londrangar, Svalþufa, Þufubjarg, Malarrif, Purkholar, Pukholahellar, Langithrongur, Vatnshellir, Snjohellir, Djupalonssandur, Dritvik, Fullsterkur, Halfsterkur, Halfdraettingur, Einarslon lagoon, Holaholar, Neshraun lava field,  Snaefellsjokull National Park, Saxholar, Saxi, Falki, Ondverðarnes, Ondverdarnesholar, Moduvor, Gufuskalar, Hellissandur, Ingjaldsholl, Rif, Enni, Olafsvik, Froda river, Bulandshofdi, Stod, Kirkjufell, Grundarfjordur, Kolgrafamuli, Hraunsfjordur, Arnabotn, Berserkjahraun lava field, Raudakula, Grakula, Hraunlaekur, Bjarnarhafnarfjall, Bjarnarhofn, Bjarnarhafnarkirkja church, Kumbaravogur, Berserkjagata, Selvallavatn lake,  Helgafell, Stykkisholmur - and many other sightings can be found worth visiting in the Snaefellsnes peninsula.

Extreme Iceland offers tours to the Snaefellsnes peninsula either day trips or longer tours where above mentioned sights can be seen and their history and geology is told. Participants of this tour are in charge so the tours can vary in length.

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Day tours

The Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Dramatic Coastline and Abundant Volcanic Features

Visit Snaefellsnes, an outstretched arm to the north west of Reykjavik boasting a dramatic coastline and abundant volcanic features including the glacier, Snaefellsjokull, on a superb Reykjavik super jeep excursion and explore an enchanting area.

Caving tours

Gullborgarhellir and Vegghellir

Hiker's world in Hnappadalur Valley

In Hnappadalur Valley in the eastern part of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, an eruption early in historic time created the Gullborg crater and the Gullborgarhraun lava field which covers around 15 sq. kilometers. The magma flowed in several very large subterranean passages.

Lava tube caves at Snaefellsnes

Lava tubes in the national park

The Ishellir lava tube is the largest of the 5 lava tubes in the Purkholahraun lava field. It's 282 meters long and it's spacious. This lava tube lies deep within the lava field and because of its position there are a lot of ice formations in and around the cave.

Bus tours

Snaefellsnes National Park

Take a tour to the amazing Snaefellsnes peninsula

The Snaefellsnes peninsula is a beautiful area located on the west side of Iceland and offers many recreational activities. The peninsula is a magnificent place to visit and has been named "Iceland in miniature" due to the many national sights that can be found in the area.

Self drive tours

West Iceland in 5 days

Sightseeing, hot springs, caves and volcanoes

West Iceland is a paradise on Earth. You will see craters, you can bathe in natural pools of geothermal water, you will see glaciers and volcanoes. Snaefellsjokull national park is a beautiful place and you will also get the chance to go caving along with many other activities. Then you could end your tour by relaxing in the Blue Lagoon.

West Iceland and South Iceland in 9 days

Explore the Wonders of the West and South

Bathe in natural pools, walk on glaciers and explore Skaftafell national park. You will also see great waterfalls along with hot springs and other natural wonders. There are many hiking routes you can take to explore the country in more detail. This is a great tour and a great life experience.