Excursion Halsar mountain hiking trek tour at Djupivogur

Discover the stunning natural beauty of Dju´pivogur during this invigorating, half-day hiking excursion to the summit of Hálsar Mountain.

Dju´pivogur, Eggs of Merry Bay Sculpture, Throat Diver Egg

Depart the pier with your guide for a scenic hiking trek through Dju´pivogur. The pier is located in the vicinity of the Eggs of Merry Bay, an interesting sculpture consisting of 34 oversized eggs dotting the water’s edge. Each egg depicts the local bird species with the largest depicting the throat diver, a characteristic bird of Dju´pivogur.  

Langalág Stables, Olnbogi Village, Klessuklif, Rakkaberg Cliff, ‘Elf Church’ Formations, Berufjörður

From here, walk towards the Langalág Stables, then along an old road through Olnbogi Village and Klessuklif en route to the Rakkaberg Cliff. Rakkaberg is an interesting cliff featuring strange formations known as the ‘Elf Church’. During a picturesque stop here, learn about the elves and ‘hidden people’, and then it’s up to you to decide whether you want to believe it. Your walk turns north to the Berufjörður Fjord on the way to the Hálsar mountain range, your final destination.

Hálsar Mountain & Summit, Panoramic Vistas of Fjords & Forests, Refreshment Stop

A short, but rather steep trail leads you up to the summit of the approximately 1,653-foot-high (about 504-metre-high) Hálsar Mountain. Upon reaching the top, the surface is flat, so you can catch your breath whilst marvelling at panoramic vistas of exquisite scenery to Berufjörður in the north and Hamarsfjörður in the south. Leaving the summit of Hálsar, begin your descent with a hike down the Hamarsfjörður side, where a small forest amongst the cliffs welcomes you and your fellow hikers. Upon arrival, a stop is made to rest and enjoy some refreshments. Afterward, take a short stroll along the trees en route to Djúpivogur Village. Your walking tour concludes back at the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Dju´pivogur, Eggs of Merry Bay Sculpture, Local Villages, Rakkaberg Cliff, ‘Elf Church’ Formations, Berufjörður, Hálsar Mountain & Summit, Fjords & Forests

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 2.5 miles (about four kilometres), at times over uneven, gravel, slippery, and natural surfaces, and steep inclines. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, sturdy, and closed-toe hiking shoes, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof jacket, bottled water, and Icelandic Kronas or credit cards for purchases from the ship. There are no restrooms on this tour. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Wind, rain and cold temperatures are expected.