Sunrise Volcano Hiking Excursion on Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn

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2.5 hrs
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Discover one of Iceland's most picturesque areas on this guided hiking excursion on Hverfjall Mountain!

Take your vacation in Iceland to new heights by joining this 2.5-hour, guided excursion at sunrise, hiking on Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn! Welcoming explorers ages 7 and up.

Located in northern Iceland near Mývatn Lake, Hverfjall Mountain (also known as Hverfell Mountain) is one of the region's most distinctive geological features. The circular-shaped crater was formed thousands of years ago from a volcanic explosion and is a popular destination for outdoor and nature enthusiasts. A guided excursion, hiking Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn, is an amazing way to explore this incredible region!

The adventure begins with either being picked up at one of the listed meeting points or by arriving on-site (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking). After meeting your experienced guide, you and your group (a maximum of 20 participants) will leave for the departure point. Upon arrival, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing, along with crampons and snowshoes (if necessary). Now, the fun, hiking on Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn, starts! You'll start ascending the mountain at 15-20 degrees with an incline of 120 metres (393 feet).

Once you've reached the top, you'll be rewarded with the serenity of nature and the awe-inspiring panorama, including Mývatn Lake, volcanic formations, the Dimmuborgir lava fields, etc. Don't forget your camera along with water and snacks! After a well-deserved break, the adventure continues with a total of 2-3 km of hiking (approximately 1.8 miles). As you walk the crater's rim, your guide will share interesting insights into the Hverfjall Mountain, Iceland's remarkable geological wonders, and how tectonic plate movements have shaped volcanic activity in the country. Descending the mountain, you'll return to the original departure point proud of your accomplishment and with lifelong memories of your time spent hiking on the Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn!

For an adventure to remember in Iceland, book this guided excursion hiking on Hverfjall Mountain from Mývatn today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up is offered from select locations in Mývatn (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking) or meet on-site

- Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time

- Meet your experienced guide

- Transfer to the departure point

- Arrival

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive crampons or snowshoes (if necessary)

- The adventure begins!

- Ascend to the top of Hverfjall Mountain (120-metre/393-foot incline)

- Break

- The adventure continues!

- Hike the crater

- Hverfjall Mountain descent

- Return to the original departure point in Mývatn

Activity requirements

Please be advised that participants must be in good physical health to take part in this excursion.

A minimum of 4 participants is required to run this hiking tour.

Special terms

Pick-up is offered from the following locations in Mývatn (please specify when booking) or meet on-site:

  • Hótel Laxá
  • Berjaya Hotel Mývatn - Reynihlíð Myvatn
  • Sel-Hótel Mývatn, Northeast, Iceland
  • Vogafjos-Guesthouse, Northeast, Iceland
  • Foss Hotel Mývatn
  • Myvatn Nature Baths
  • Dimmuborgir Guesthouse, Northeast, Iceland

Please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time.

This excursion's difficulty level is listed as 'moderate' and involves 2-3 km hiking (approximately 1.8 miles) with a 120-metre (393-foot) incline. Also, the activity's duration ranges from 2.5-3 hours.

Snowshoes are provided if needed.

Please note that the departure time changes according to sunrise at different times of the year, participants will be contacted directly.

Meeting point:
Pick up from select locations (please see 'special terms') or meet at Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels, Reynihlid, 660, Mývatn, Iceland
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Included
  • Pick up from select locations (please see 'special terms')
  • Guide
  • Crampons
  • Snowshoes (if needed)
Excluded
  • Food and beverages
  • Winter clothing
Do not forget to bring
  • Wind and waterproof coat
  • Warm clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Hiking boots
  • Wool socks
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Gloves/mittens
  • Sunglasses
  • Small backpack
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Camera

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