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Hrífunes Nature Park

9.4/10

SUPERB

Luxe

Unique

Hand-picked by Roman, Iceland expert

Compare prices:

Booking.com: $200
Expedia: $190
Vio.com: $180

Highlights

Luxury villas

Scenic views

Stylish

Hot tub

Kitchen

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Roman

Iceland expert

30+ destinations visited

18 curated trips

Hrífunes Nature Park is a serene getaway offering luxurious cabins with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Each cabin combines rustic charm with modern amenities, including fully equipped kitchens, private decks, and large windows to fully immerse you in nature.

The park is a great base for exploring Iceland's natural wonders of the South Coast. You can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, sightseeing, and stargazing, with opportunities to witness the Northern Lights in winter.

Official website

Must

1 TIP

Iconic

Skógafoss Waterfall

One of Iceland's most iconic and breathtaking waterfalls. With a height of 197 feet and a width 82 feet, Skógafoss is renowned for its powerful cascade that plunges over a rocky cliff, creating a stunning visual spectacle. The waterfall is fed by the Skógá River, which originates from the glaciers of the nearby Eyjafjallajökull volcano.

Must

1 TIP

Adventurous

Katla Ice Cave Tour

Unique chance to explore one of Iceland's most remarkable natural formations, located beneath the imposing Katla volcano. Renowned for its stunning blue ice and intricate glacial features, the cave presents a captivating blend of ice and volcanic rock, showcasing the powerful geological forces that have shaped the region over centuries.

1-2h

Must

2 TIPS

Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

Breathtaking natural wonder known for its dramatic landscape and stunning geological formations. Carved by glacial meltwater over thousands of years, this magnificent canyon stretches for almost 2 miles and reaches depths of up to 300 feet.

Must

1 TIP

Reynisfjara Beach

One of the most famous black sand beaches in the world. Its striking appearance is due to the volcanic basalt that composes the sand, giving the shoreline a dramatic, otherworldly feel.

3 TIPS

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

One of Iceland's most picturesque waterfalls. Plunging 200 feet from the cliffs of the former coastline, its most unique feature is the walking path that allows you to journey behind the waterfall, offering a rare and awe-inspiring perspective.

1 TIP

Dyrhólaey Lighthouse

Perched atop the Dyrhólaey promontory, offering panoramic views of some of the country’s most dramatic landscapes. Built in 1927, the lighthouse stands as a beacon over the wild Atlantic Ocean, guiding ships safely along Iceland’s rugged coast.

7-10h

4 TIPS

Adventurous

Fimmvörðuháls Trail

Among the most famous and scenic hiking routes in Iceland, connecting the Skógafoss Waterfall in the south to the Þórsmörk Nature Reserve.

15m

1 TIP

Eldhraun Lava Field

Vast expanse of black lava rocks that were formed during one of Iceland's most massive volcanic eruptions in 1783-1784. The contrast between the dark lava and the vibrant moss creates a surreal, otherworldly scene that is both peaceful and eerie.

30m

Vík í Mýrdal

Small village on Iceland’s southern coast, famous for its black sand beaches and striking landscapes. Nestled beneath the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, which covers the Katla volcano, it’s known for Reynisfjara Beach with its basalt sea stacks and powerful waves.

Historic

Hjörleifshöfði Hike

Historic, isolated rocky promontory located on the Mýrdalssandur black sand plains. It stands out dramatically against the surrounding flat landscape and holds significant historical importance as the burial place of Hjörleifur Hróðmarsson, one of the first Norse settlers in Iceland.

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