Day 1.

Pick up at Egilsstaðir Airport.

Right from the pickup we do easy hike up by beautiful canyons to Hengifoss Waterfall, with its interesting and visual geology.

After the hike we make a short stop to view the exhibition at Vatnajökull National Park Visitors Center.

We arrive at the Wilderness Center to have lunch, check in and get familiar to our new home for the next days.

After lunch we join the farmers at the sheep stable. It is lively there now since it is lambing season.

Next we get a guided tour through the adventure exhibition, getting a taste of the history and adventures of the highlands.

Dinner (local food) will be served in the cozy and authentic environment at the Wilderness Center. Spiced with local stories.

Day 2.

We start the day by getting spoiled with both Icelandic and International breakfast.

Next we go fishing for trout with local farmers, laying nets and enjoying the nature.

At lunch traditional lunch pack is served on open fire.

We investigate Pink footed geese nests by the river, collect eggs and learning about these interesting birds and how they are connected with the highland life in the old days.

Now it is time to check the trout nets, and handle the fish.

We arrive back at the Wilderness Center for dinner and those who like can check on the new born lambs in the stables.

Day 3.

After breakfast we go scouting for wild reindeers and get to know these animals and their history. Don´t forget your cameras!

After lunch we visit traditional Icelandic turf houses. Some of them are still used for sheep farming.

In the afternoon guests can choose to ride Icelandic horses or bike to the Cablebox. The cablebox was used in the old days to cross the glacier river. It has bin rebuild, so those who dare can try out this special transport. At the same spot we take a look into abandoned farm that holds many interest and fun stories.

Now the group prepares with the local chief – dishes with Icelandic specialities. Follow by a food feast, local music and singing in the authentic common room area.

Day 4.

After delicious breakfast we pack our things and take a tour to Húsey. A unique place by the ocean, with black beaches, seals with their young ones. The birdlife is vibrant around the farm, especially at this season.

After lunch we visit Borgarfjörður Eystri, a home to puffins, elves and lonely mountains.

At 19:00 we have to be back at Egilsstaðir Airport for flight back to Reykjavik.

* This itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions.

We provide

• Fully guided tour
• Authentic accommodation for 3 nights at the Wilderness Center
  
• Full board from lunch on day 1 to afternoon refreshments on day 4, with local food
  
• Pick up (morning flight) and drop off (evening) at Egilsstadir Airport.

NOTE: Flights between Reykjavík and Egilsstaðir, before or after tour is NOT included.

Optional

• Extra night at the Wilderness Center, before or after the tour
• To book and extra night, please phone us at +354 440 8822 or send an e-mail: [email protected]