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All-Women Hike in Iceland’s Breathtaking East Fjords

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Women's Víknaslóðir Hiking
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All meals during the tour are included. Due to hut limitations, your guides can accommodate vegetarians and food allergies but are unable to provide other dietary options. Keep this in mind and let us know down below if you have any special dietary requirements.

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  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
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  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
All-Women Hike in Iceland’s Breathtaking East Fjords
Itinerary
Women's Víknaslóðir Hiking
People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
5 day
Guide(s)
Saga Líf, Viking Women Tours
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0

  • The East Coast of Iceland is still quite unknown to the masses visiting this remarkable island. A 5-day, all-women hiking tour in Víknaslóðir lets you explore the mountains, the ocean, and everything in between—and there’s a lot of this, from enormous tuff boulders strewn across lakes to isolated coves and fjords. Apart from an incredibly knowledgeable guide, another perk of this trip is that all food is taken care of, as well as the accommodation! After a good night’s sleep in traditional, authentic hotels and huts, go out for the day and explore this unique, secluded area.

    • Catch the the early morning flight from Reykjavik Domestic Airport to Egilsstaðir Airport. Meet your guide and your group at around 10am at the Egilsstaðir Airport—be ready and dressed to go straight to hiking!

      You will hike to Stórurð, an area featuring enormous tuff boulders strewn across a seamless blend of meadows and lakes. Continue onto the Borgafjörður eystri fjord, a charming place with 100 inhabitants, a great variety of hiking routes, and a marina for observing puffins. The reward for today’s hard work is a local fish soup and other delicacies in Borgafjörður eystri. Settle into Álfheimar, your hotel for the night. There’s an option to go out and visit the puffins in the evening!

      Meals: Lunch and dinner
      Distance: 18 km (11.1 miles)
      Hiking: 6-8 hours
      Elevation: +600 m (+1,970 ft) / -800 m (-2,625 ft)
      Accommodation: Hotel

      Storurd and stones in East Iceland

    • Wake up and start the day with a warm cup of coffee alongside breakfast. Today’s hike begins in the eastern part of Borgarfjörður, in the town of Hofströnd, as we make our way to Brúnavík, the first inlet of the day, enjoying breathtaking views of the North Atlantic along the way. From there, we continue toward Breiðuvíkur, a farmstead tucked into the cove of Kjólsvik, where we’ll stop for a packed lunch. After a well-earned break, the hike continues to Glettinganes—be sure to watch your step, as the trail becomes rocky in this section.

      Our day ends at a cozy cabin near the beaches of Breiðuvík, where we’ll settle in for the evening. After some time to relax, we’ll gather to prepare a delicious local meal, guided by your Viking Women host. For those craving a bit more adventure, a sunset stroll along the beach is the perfect way to end the day.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Distance: 14 km (8.7 miles)
      Hiking: 7-9 hours
      Elevation: +400 m (+1,315 ft) / -400 m (-1,315 ft)
      Accommodation: Breiðavík hut

      Víknaslóðir hike and a stream

    • Rise and shine—it’s time to trek! Start the day with a warm cup of coffee and breakfast before heading west from the cove, crossing the Stóruá river via a sturdy footbridge. As the trail turns south, a spectacular valley surrounded by the Hvítuhnjúkur, Hvítafjall, and Hvítserk mountains unfolds, offering the perfect spot for a lunch break, leisurely stroll, and stunning photos.

      Continuing on, we’ll pass by two lakes, Gæsavatn and Urðarhólavatn, before reaching the road that leads us to Húsavík. Our accommodations for the night will be a cozy mountain hut, set on the site of a small, deserted farm from the 1950s. After arriving, we’ll settle in, relax, and prepare dinner together as a group.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Distance: 14 km / 8.7 miles
      Hiking: 5-7 hours
      Elevation: +550 m (+1,800 ft) / -500 m (-1,640 ft)
      Accommodation: Mountain hut

      Gaesavatn lake and the mountains

    • After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Húsavík, the largest cove in Víknáslóðir. Mid-morning, we’ll begin a leisurely walk along an easy road toward the stunning Loðmundarfjörður fjord. After crossing the Nesháls ridge and arriving at Loðmundarfjörður, we’ll take a break to soak in the beauty of the area and snap some Instagram-worthy photos. On a clear day, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of both Loðmundarfjörður and Dalatanga from the ridge.

      After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Húsavík, the largest cove in Víknáslóðir. Mid-morning, we’ll begin a leisurely walk along an easy road toward the stunning Loðmundarfjörður fjord. After crossing the Nesháls ridge and arriving at Loðmundarfjörður, we’ll take a break to soak in the beauty of the area and snap some Instagram-worthy photos. On a clear day, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of both Loðmundarfjörður and Dalatanga from the ridge.

      We’ll spend some time exploring Loðmundarfjörður, once home to one of Iceland’s most remote communities. If we’re lucky, we might spot eider ducks, seals, reindeer, and perhaps some horses and sheep roaming the moorlands. The day will end at a cozy mountain hut, where we’ll relax, enjoy a home-cooked dinner, and unwind before settling into our sleeping bags for the night.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
      Hiking: 6-8 hours
      Elevation: +600 m (+1,970 ft) / -600 m (-1,970 ft)
      Accommodation: Mountain hut

      East Iceland seals

    • Start the final day of our adventure with a fresh cup of coffee and a hot breakfast while taking in the view. Today, we’ll hike up to Hjálmárdalsheiði, situated at around 600 m (1,970 ft), before making our way out of the fjord toward the old town site of Hjálmárströnd. The path we follow is an ancient route between two fjords, and it’s relatively easy. We’ll pause for lunch and a well-deserved rest along the way.

      At the end of the road, we’ll reach the edge of Seyðisfjörður fjord, then navigate through Kækjuskárð. After descending a steep slope, we’ll arrive in the charming town of Seyðisfjörður. Enjoy some free time to explore, grab a refreshing beverage and snack, and relax before heading to Egilsstaðir Airport. We recommend booking the last flight back to Reykjavik at 7:30pm, or feel free to extend your stay in the area!

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch
      Distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
      Hiking: 6-8 hours
      Elevation: +600 m (+1,970 ft) / -600 m (-1,970 ft)

      Seyðisfjörður East Fjords

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 5 days of hiking in Víknaslóðir
        • Pick-up and drop-off to/from Egilsstaðir domestic airport
        • Accommodation (1 night in a hotel, 3 nights in dormitory-style mountain huts)
        • Hut-to-hut luggage transport
        • Meals during the trip (from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 5, as listed in the itinerary)

      Not included:

        • Transportation to Iceland
        • All airfares (including the domestic flight to Egilsstaðir Airport)
        • Sleeping bag
        • Travel and medical insurance — optional
        • Guide gratuities — optional

    • In order to join this hiking tour in Víknaslóðir in Iceland, great fitness is required. Every day, you’ll be hiking between 14 and 18 km (8.7-11.1 miles) on varied terrain with significant elevation changes, 5 days in a row. Expect 5 to 9 hours of hiking each day, with elevation gain ranging between 400-600 m (1,315-1,970 ft). You’ll also be carrying a daypack filled with things you might need throughout the day.

      Keep in mind that hiking conditions can vary and that Iceland is home to infamously unpredictable weather, so you need to be prepared with the right gear. The same white cloud shielding you from sunbeams can easily turn into a stormcloud within minutes. Rest assured, your guide will know the correct course of action if the weather throws a curveball. Plus, you’ll get the chance to warm up in one of the area’s cozy mountain huts.

      Looking for some other trips? Check out our fantastic offer of Iceland hiking tours powered by local, Icelandic hiking guides.

      And if you’d love to join an all-women hiking adventure, you’ll love what we currently offer in Iceland: women’s great hiking voyage in Iceland, women’s winter hiking & sightseeing in Iceland, women’s hiking tour in Thorsmork, or women’s Laugavegur hiking adventure.

    • Clothing, footwear, and things to carry in your backpack (large enough to carry all the items listed below):

        • Waterproof cover for your daypack
        • Waterproof hiking boots (with padded ankle and good arch support, well broken in, suitable for rocky terrain)
        • Waterproof jacket & waterproof pants
        • Hiking pants or leggings
        • Base layer — thermal top or t-shirt (merino wool, polyester, silk)
        • Mid layer — breathable that retains body heat (wool, goose down, fleece)
        • Buff or face covering
        • Warm hat
        • Hiking socks
        • Gaiters (optional for those hiking in June month)
        • Sunhat
        • Waterproof gloves or mittens
        • Breathable & waterproof jacket and waterproof pants (no plastic ponchos)
        • Sunglasses
        • Water bottle or water bladder
        • Sunscreen
        • River crossing shoes
        • Fresh food and snacks (provided by Viking Women every day)
        • Extra fleece sweater or down jacket to put on when we stop for breaks
        • Hand sanitizer
        • Hiking poles (optional)
        • Camera (optional)

      In your luggage:

        • Sleeping bag (doesn’t have to be in your luggage, just attached to it somehow)
        • Travel pillow (optional)
        • Underwear and socks
        • Extra clothes for the trail
        • Extra clothes for the huts
        • Medicine
        • Hygiene and beauty products
        • Towel
        • Headlamp or a flashlight (for those doing the hike in August – September)
        • Powerbank to charge your devices
        • Earplugs and a sleeping mask
        • Swimsuit (if hot pools or pools are part of the itinerary)
        • Cash or a debit/credit card

      Your main luggage will be transported by transport vehicle, and you will not have access to it until you reach the huts in the afternoon. This also includes your sleeping bag. Everything needed for the day’s trek must be in your daypack.

      You are allowed to take one piece of luggage on the tour. Your guide advises you not to bring a massive one, as the huts don’t have much room to spread out our stuff. There are luggage lockers at four centrally located places in Reykjavik where you can store your extra luggage.

      For your own well-being and safety, we strongly suggest following the advice of this equipment list. This includes having good quality rain gear, tops, and bottoms. Cotton clothing is not appropriate for any strenuous outdoor activity—nor are jeans and cotton t-shirts. Modern outdoor clothing is by far more comfortable and will greatly improve your experience.

    • Group sizes and prices:

        • For this all-women hiking tour in Víknaslóðir, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 16:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 6 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 16 participants.

      Hiking in Víknaslóðir can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements:

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors older than 14 can join the tour, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • To get to your hiking tour in Víknaslóðir, which is in East Iceland, you first need to reach Keflavík International Airport (KEF). From there, transfer to Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), conveniently located in Reykjavik (next to BSI Bus Terminal if you’ll already be in town)—it’s best to take a shuttle to reach the city (Flybus or Airport Direct).

      You will then catch a domestic flight to Egilsstaðir Airport (EGS) in the morning of the first day of the adventure (pick an early morning flight, 7:30am or 8:30am one). Flight from Reykjavík to Egilsstaðir takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Once you get there, your guide will pick you up from the airport.

      You’re welcome to fly to Egilsstaðir a few days earlier and meet the group at the airport in the morning of Day 1!

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, we partnered up with Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their insurance packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s insurance. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

    • Iceland, the “Land of Fire and Ice”, has forever lived with volcanic activity. Minor and major eruptions have occurred every few years since the island was formed. Some of Iceland’s appeal, aside from sheer natural beauty, surely stems from this very fact.

      However, every new eruption, such as the recent Reykjanes Peninsula fissure, will make some travelers, tourists, and adventurers uneasy, especially given the fact that sensationalist media is not immune to misinformation and speculation.

      Since we work with a number of expert local guides in Iceland, we thought we’d share their input and fill you in on what’s actually going on.

      First of all, air traffic has not been affected. Flights to and from Keflavík International Airport and Reykjavík Domestic Airport are operating as they always do.

      Second, the effects of volcanic activity have been localized, with some roads closed, and all services in Iceland are operating as usual. Reykjavik, the capital, is around 40 km (25 miles) away from the volcanic fissure, and life there is as normal as ever.

      And third, trips offered by 57hours are taking place much further away, and are thereby even less likely to be affected by the volcanic activity, being perfectly safe for adventurers. Naturally, the authorities (and guides) are monitoring the situation and doing everything possible to keep both local residents and visitors safe and well informed.

      In case you have any additional questions or dilemmas, feel free to get in touch with either your guide or 57hours. For more information, please visit:
      https://safetravel.is/
      https://www.visiticeland.com/article/volcano-info

      Or watch the video with Dr. Matthew Roberts from the Icelandic Meteorological Office explaining the recent volcanic activities in Iceland:
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA3-BXYuYrw

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