West Iceland & Snæfellsnes

Glaciers, Lava & the Snæfellsjökull Volcano

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is often called “Iceland in Miniature” — packed into a small area you’ll find glaciers, volcanoes, lava fields, bird cliffs, fishing villages, and stunning coastal scenery. It’s an easy addition to any Reykjavík-based trip.

Highlights

Snæfellsjökull glacier & volcano (Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth")
Kirkjufell mountain
Arnarstapi & Hellnar coastal walks
Djúpalónssandur black pebble beach
Stykkishólmur town
Hraunfossar lava waterfalls
Borgarnes Settlement Center

Jessica's Tips

1.

An excellent 2-day road trip from Reykjavík — drive the loop around the peninsula.

2.

Kirkjufell is best photographed in morning or golden hour light.

3.

Combine with a Westfjords ferry from Stykkishólmur.

4.

The weather on the peninsula can be fierce — dress in layers.

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