Excursion Mountain pass to mountain top tour at Akureyri

Depart the port of Akureyri and drive along the arctic coastline to the other side of the fjord with a beautiful view over this little town in the north and the mountains surrounding it. We follow the road until it leaves the coast and starts winding up into the mountains. On the highest point of the mountain pass it is time to leave the vehicle and start our journey on foot.

The hike takes us into an untouched area with mountains all around us. We follow a marked path that is carved out by sheep. The sheep tracks lead us into the Valley of the Geese, where tiny rivers flow carrying the fresh mountain water to the sea. You are most welcome to drink from these mountain rivers. We might have to jump from stone to stone across a river with the help of the guide. The heather and vegetation around bursts with live from small little spiders to ptarmigans and golden plovers that call this land home. After crossing the Valley of the Geese, the trail goes uphill to top of Mt. Ystuvíkurfjall. The view from the mountain top over Eyjafjörður is extremely beautiful and rewarding.

The walk back is mostly downhill with breath-taking views over Fnjóskádalur and the Hrossadalur (the Horse Valley).

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Valley of the Geese, Mt Ystuvikurfjall

Note

Please note: Guests should bring a small snack & water bottle. What to wear - Good hiking boots and appropriate (wind and rainproof) clothes for the Iceland weather. Warm hat, gloves, sun glasses, water bottle, little backpack. For safety reasons our guide can refuse customers who are not dressed well enough.