Excursion Nature walk and black beaches tour at Djupivogur

Take a moderate hike amidst Iceland's scenery that is unlike anyplace else. The small village of Djupivogur is surrounded by mountains, glaciers, lava formations, moss-covered cliff, and deep valleys. This excursion offers an introduction to this stunning visual feast and is ideal for those interested in nature, local culture, and history, and learning about the wildlife in the area.

Meet your local guide at the pier and walk to the Bondavarda cache, an age-old pile of rocks, similar to a cairn, that was carefully assembled by one person or party to guide others during the cold, dark winters. Bondavarda offers a fantastic view of the village and surrounding area. Within this vista is Bulandstindur Mountain, a pyramid of basaltic strata counted as one of the mystical power centers of this intriguing country.

Continue to the Black beaches; Iceland is one of the few countries in the world whose beaches all feature black sand. It is an extremely dramatic and beautiful characteristic of the landscape here and speaks to the volcanic nature of this gorgeous country.

Transfer next to the small islands located north of Djúpivogur village. In the past, these islands were accessible only by boat, but today you can walk out to them due to the formation of natural causeways, in the form of black-sand beaches, that now surround the islands. This change in topography has to do with slow changes in tidal and current conditions that have led to deposits of sand and coastal debris building up over many years

Stop at Ulfsey Beach and finish up at Sandey Island before walking back to the village of Djupivogur. In town, your guide leads you to an arts and crafts shop, where you can browse among some interesting items made from wood and bones found in the vicinity. Guests who wish to stay in town to shop or explore independently are welcome to do so, after which it is time to return to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Djupivogur hike, Bondavarda cache stone formation, Bulandstindur Mountain, Black beaches, Ulfsey Beach, Sandey Island

Note

Please note: This excursion involves moderate to easy walking over mostly flat surfaces, with some uneven terrain. Due to the four hours hiking and walking, the excursion is not recommended for guests with limited mobility. Warm, layered clothing appropriate to the local weather (including rainproof outerwear) and comfortable hiking shoes are recommended.