Local village walk of Bakkagerdi
Experience waterfalls galore and a stunning glacial lagoon. Visit the enchanting waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfall and enjoy the stunning nature of the South Coast of Iceland. View Öræfajökull glacier, with the highest peak in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur (2110 m). At the glacier lagoon, enjoy the beautiful sight of the white and blue icebergs floating around on the gigantic lagoon and sailing slowly towards the ocean.
Highlights
- Locally guided walking tour
Daily Itinerary
On this tour, you will get a glimpse of the traditional everyday life in Borgarfjordur Eystri which is locally known as Bakkagerdi. On a two-hour long walk around town, accompanied by a local guide. You will experience the town’s true spirit in a way otherwise inaccessible. Along the way, we meet friendly and welcoming locals and learn about their daily lives as well as the history, culture, and architecture of the area. We will visit the beautiful local church, an old turf house still inhabited to this day and the working Fish factory where many of the locals work.
Dates & prices
Departures: Daily from June t0 September
Tour Duration: 2 hours
Price per person: ISK. 4.500
Children 0-12 years: ISK 2.250
Included in the price:
- Locally guided walking tour
Meeting point:
- Country Hotel Alfheimar – Merkisvegur , Borgarfjörður IS