Private Snaefellsnes Tour

Private Snaefellsnes Tour

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is often called “Iceland in Miniature”. It is the perfect combination of waterfalls, rough lava fields, black sand beaches, and Icelandic folklore. We head west and our first stop is a small town called Borgarnes. After a quick stop to buy some snacks and refreshments we are on our way to the Peninsula. In good weather conditions, we can already see the glacier that sits atop a stratovolcano that is well known from the novel “Journey to the center of the Earth”.

Please note that only one extra activity can be added to the tour, however we always give you several options to choose from during the booking process.

Berserkjahraun Lava Field

The first stop is Berserkjahraun lava field. It was created around 4 000 years ago after the three surrounding volcanos erupted shortly after each other. The name also comes from an exciting story back from the Viking age. Your guide will tell you all about it and he’ll show you the way to a secret and hidden waterfall.

Kirkjufell

The most photographed mountain in Iceland is next on our list. You probably noticed it on the TV show “Game of Thrones”. It is surrounded by a beautiful waterfall you’ll get enough time to stroll around the walking paths to explore the area.

Saxhóll Volcanic Crater

The drive offers views of an abundance of volcanic craters. Now it’s time to put a foot on one of the dormant craters on the peninsula. Saxhóll formed approximately 3,000 years ago and has a height of 100 meters. A staircase makes the walk to the top very easy and the reward is a brilliant view over the surrounding lava fields.

Djúpalónssandur

Black sand beaches are a notable feature of Iceland. Djupalonsandur is one of them and this place will definitely amaze you. Back in the day, a harbor for fishing boats could be found here and all the fishermen had to prove their strength beforehand. In order to do that, they had to lift stones of different weights. Only the strongest were able to secure a spot on one of the boats. The stones are still present on the beach, providing you with an opportunity to test your own strength.

Arnarstapi

The next stop will be in Arnarstapi, a beautiful and charming fishing village. Over time, powerful waves actively eroded the cliffs, leaving behind the breathtaking rock formations visible today. Additionally, visitors can find a sculpture of Bárður Snæfellsás, the guardian of the Peninsula, at this location.

Budakirkja Black Church

The church was build in 1703. After the Danish king decided to dismiss the church in 1819, several residents fought for the reclamation and in 1849 they got the allowance to build a new chapel. A woman named Steinunn saved some of the old artifacts and thanks to her, we can still see them today.

Seal Colony at Ytri-Tunga

We are already on our way to Reykjavik, but we will have one last stop at a beautiful golden-colored beach. This beach hosts large seal colonies throughout the year, and your guide will direct you to their location.

To make the best out of your day, we can add different extra activities to the tour. Just choose the one you like during the checkout process:

• Kayak Tour: Get the best view possible of Kirkjufell, Europe’s most photographed mountain! On this 2 hour-long guided tour, you will paddle along the beautiful Icelandic coastline and have the chance to view this magnificent mountain from all angles. Along the way, there are stops at various scenic locations where you can take photos, meet some curious seals, float in the sea or just enjoy the beautiful view. We guarantee your friends will be jealous of your photos! (Only available from May to September)
• Lava Cave: The area all around the glacier contains hundreds of lava tubes, which makes the area really special for those interested in caves. The cave forms an 8000-year-old lava tube resulting from a volcanic eruption in the Purkhólar crater family nearby. As the lava rushed down the hill in a lava river it began to cool on the surface, creating a crust on top of the lava river. As the eruption stopped, all the lava from underneath this crust continued to drain out. That eventually left behind an empty tube with a roof on top that gradually cooled down.