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Top 5 Things to do in Grundarfjorour, Iceland
Discover the best top things to do in Grundarfjorour, Iceland including Kirkjufell Mountain, Laki Tours, Kirkjufellsfoss, Gatklettur, Snaefellsnes Excursions.
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1. Kirkjufell Mountain
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4.5 based on 394 reviews
The mountain is near Grundarfjordur, a teensy-weensy town in west Iceland. With a summit 1,500 feet above sea level, Mount Kirkjufell the biggest landmark in the village of about 900 residents. Kirkjufell stands on snaefellsnes peninsula of its own, a stunning backdrop for the multicolored Icelandic sky.
Reviewed By TravelcrazyAntwerp - Schoten, Belgium
Kirkjufell mountain and nearby Kirjufell waterfall are one of the most photographed sights in Iceland.
Coming from Grundarsfjördur Kirkjufell mountain is on the righthand side of the Snaefellsnesvegur or road nr 54, and the Kirkjufellfoss waterfall is on the lefthand side of the same road.
There are parking lots but they fill up quickly, and when we visited the sights, several cars were parked on the main road.
The mountain can be photographed from different angles, but the most popular is the one with the waterfall in front.
You have to be patient to get that one, as many groups try to get the same shot; and the weather isn't always cooperating.
Just wait a moment though, and your patience will be rewarded.
There are warning signs for the (mostly Asian) visitors not to come too close to the rim of the falls, as there have been cases of people falling in; and there is no fast rescue team in Iceland to help if that's the case.
2. Laki Tours
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4.5 based on 288 reviews
Laki Tours takes you on an ocean adventure in four different trips. Puffins galore can be spotted from the protected Melrakkaey island where thousands of other birds also nest. Sea-angling is the perfect family outing and gets even more exciting when you get to keep your catch. From Olafsvik, the Whale tour gives excellent whale watching in deep waters at the foot of the majestic Snaefellsjokull Glacier. Winter brings the orcas, dolphins and white-tailed eagles. We take you to them on what is by now, our most popular tour. "We're living it!"
Reviewed By Sabrina K - Hoofddorp, The Netherlands
We went on a whale watching tour but unfortunately didn’t got to see any,the ocean is their home so you never know if they are there! The captain and the guide however did there upmost best to search the ocean and different places for us...MoreThank you for your review. It means a lot to know that our guests are still pleased even though we didn't see anything this time :)
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4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By mjmr - buckinghamshire
We went during the winter months and there was ice formations and snow which looked beautiful. A small waterfall which looks very pretty and there you can get some lovely photographs. I'm sure year round you can get some great photos from here.
4. Gatklettur
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By mjmr - buckinghamshire
Beautiful landscape and cool rock formations. A short walk from the car park from where you can see the arch. The coastline is great for photographs.
We went on a very windy day which wasn't good but in the summer months this place would be fantastic. The waves were impressive.
5. Snaefellsnes Excursions
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA ABOUT SNÆFELLSNES EXCURSIONS Snæfellsnes Excursions is located in the heart of west Iceland, about 120minutes drive from Reykjavík. We offer bus rental, Snow Track Buggy and beautiful nature tours around Snæfellsnes Peninsula. In the summer of 2012 we started to offer guided tours around Snæfellsnes but have 10years of experience in travel tours all around Iceland and together we have traveled extensively. We are so excited to show you the wonder of Snæfellsnes. It is without a doubt the best kept secret in Iceland.
Reviewed By Wernerschweizer - London, United Kingdom
A great way to see this beautiful peninsula with lots of stops at the main sites and plenty of opportunity to get out and walk for those who choose to do so. On the day we booked it turned out that we were the only two passengers but they still ran the tour for us, even coming to Stykkisholmur petrol station to collect us. Great for anyone staying on the campsite without a car.
As well as lots of information from the driver, there is a professional audio guide that kicks in at the relevant moment throughout the tour.
Optional lunch stop at a pricey cafe in Anastarpi or you can take your own food with you.
