Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unbelievable six-day hike through one of the least visited yet most breathtaking regions of Iceland: the untouched Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. Any eager to take a camping adventure through some incredible wilderness, exposing themselves to amazing views and an abundance of wildlife, should not hesitate to book this experience.
This once-in-a-lifetime journey begins in Isafjordur, the capital of the Westfjords; you’ll take a ferry through some breathtaking bays to reach your first destination in Hornstrandir. From here, you’ll travel on foot through landscapes it’s hard to believe still exist on this earth.
This region was populated sparsely in history but abandoned since the middle of the last century. Since then, it has become renowned for its magnificent cliffs, endless fields of wildflowers, towering peaks, spectacular beaches, and wealth of wildlife. Arctic Foxes, for example, are found in abundance here and have no fear of people; seabirds nest in their tens of thousands along the shores.
Most notable, however, are the marine mammals; every time you can see the ocean, you have a great chance of seeing seals, porpoises, dolphins, and whales!
Your friendly guides are experts on the region and will provide you with all your camping equipment and meals throughout your journey. They will also give you a briefing and help you with preparations the night before your tour, as you’ll need to be in Isafjordur a day before due to your early departure; if you cannot make this, you can sort it over email.
As this tour is conducted in summer, you will spend it under the Midnight Sun, extending your hours hiking and providing spectacular views at all times.
Hike and camp in one of the world’s most beautiful hidden corners with this 6-day trip to the Hornstrandir reserve of the Westfjords. Check availability by choosing a date.