Luxury Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Tours made for you
Visit charming farms
and savour homemade geothermal delicacies
Hike Snæfellsjökull
and witness the lush surrounding landscape
Delve into Víðgelmir cave
and experience its mysterious underworld
Iceland's rugged and diverse west coast
Towering volcanic peaks, windswept beaches and a staggering glacier, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a beautiful branch of western Iceland. Filled with magical landscapes and picturesque fishing villages, it juts out into the Atlantic Ocean and comes as an easy trip from Reykjavik.
Nicknamed Iceland in miniature, the north and south coasts are divided by a string of mountains that are crowned by the Snaefellsjokull ice cap – the region’s showstopper. We can take you on private glacial drives around its base and out to a wealth of other volcanic and coastal sights during your Iceland tour.
With such an abundance of wondrous scenery, this fascinating peninsula has become the focus for much lore and legend, with creatives such as artists, musicians and writers eternally drawn to the wild and untamed nature of this part of the world. Include the Snaefellsnes Peninsula on your Iceland tour itinerary, and we’re certain you’ll be captivated by it too.
Highlights
Explore the varied scenery on hikes, kayaks and boat trips
Spend an evening chasing the elusive Northern Lights
Branching out from Western Iceland, Snaefellsnes Peninsula showcases the most delightful experiences this country offers. With charming farms, mighty glaciers and the majestic Kirkjufell mountain, you might find yourself kayaking across the still sea one day and chasing after the northern lights the next. The adventures here are endless.
Dan Rhodes
Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Snaefellsnes Peninsula
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Where to go
Eastern Fjords
Eastern Iceland is a land of contrasts, charming picturesque villages with natural harbours that pepper the coastline against the Ice Age glaciers, jagged peaks, dark forests and remote fjords, completely untouched and rarely visited
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Golden Circle
This world-famous route takes in Iceland’s most epic natural wonders. Discover Thingvellir national park, Gullfoss waterfall and the valley of Haukadalur with the Geysir and Strokkur and geysers.
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Icelandic Highlands
Black lava fields and cinematic panoramas dominate Iceland's stark and volcanic interior. A no-mans-land of raw beauty without towns or villages. An exciting place to explore in 4x4 jeeps or snowmobiles, on the unmade roads and tracks.
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Northern Iceland
Captivating, with a character all of its own and home to Iceland's second city, the energetic town of Akureyri. Visit charming hamlets of traditional turf houses and wonder at bizarre rock formations and crashing waterfalls.
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Southern Iceland
A region of wonderful variation and brimming with exciting excursions and natural highlights. Great for outdoor pursuits, fascinating viking history and a delicious dining experience for foodies.
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Reykjavik
A city with views of wild seas, glaciers, the sparkling waters of Tjornin Lake and cobbled streets lined with colourful houses. Just moments from thermal lagoons and brimming with hip bars, stylish restaurants and fascinating museums.
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Westfjords
Remote, breathtaking and well and truly off the beaten track. Stretching out towards Greenland into icy waters, this corner of northwest Iceland is a land dominated by deep fjords and mountains that plunge into the sea.
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When to visit
Visit from November to April for the Northern Lights, or from June to August for almost 24 hours of sun.
Midnight Sun
June
Snow and Ice
November–February
Glimpse the northern lights
November–April
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