Wildlife & Eco Tourism at Jokulsarlon
Adventure in the East
This day starts with visit at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon – world famous glacial lake filled with floating ice bergs falling from the biggest glacier in Europe – Vatnajökull. Some of them are being washed back ashore and dazzling in contrast to the black sand beach called Diamond Beach – nearly as famous as the lagoon itself. This area is also known for reach wildlife, including grey and harbour seals swimming in ice-cold waters or resting on the shore.
Then it is on to mountain Vestrahorn (which is one of the best spots for photos in Iceland) and continue along the dramatic east coast boasts long, narrow fjords with steep sides and jagged peaks which contrast with inland fertile farmlands. Natural harbors mean picture-postcard fishing villages and seemingly never-ending roads cross the region, providing beautiful sweeping views with steep mountains towering just behind the houses. One of the visited settlements is Djupivogur, located in Berufjordur – long and narrow fjord rich in birdlife. This charming fishing village had a long trading history dating back to 16th century. In present days, local harbour serves only fishermen, but you can still catch the spirit of this place while talking a short walk around the port buildings – including Langabud, old trading station build in 1790.
During spring and summer (from April to October) we also visit Studlagil Canyon - the hidden gem of Iceland. Turquoise waters originating in Vatnajokull glacier run between the biggest formation made of basalt columns in the whole country, that you can admire once taking just a short walk from the parking lot.
This day ends at Egillsstadir – the capital of the East Iceland.
* Optional Activity: Amphibian Boat Tour at Jökulsárlón (available from May to September) - take a 45-minute-long amphibian boat tour among floating ice bergs. Remember to keep your head up for seals swimming in the ice cold waters or resting on the shore.
Vök Geothermal Floating Pools – new geothermal SPA built on the beautiful Lake Urridavatn. Put your swimwear on, relax and enjoy the view over the untouched landscape. Pools are filled with warm waters streaming up from deeps under the lake. *
Add Ons
Amphibious Boat Tour at Jökulsárlón - Adults - US$58.31 per person
Amphibious Boat Tour at Jökulsárlón - Children - US$58.31 per person
Amphibious Boat Tour at Jökulsárlón - Youth - US$58.31 per person
Vök Geothermal Floating Pools - Adults - US$73.83 per person
Vök Geothermal Floating Pools - Children - US$73.83 per person
Vök Geothermal Floating Pools -Youth - US$73.83 per person