FROM SEYÐISFJÖRÐUR

Stuðlagil Canyon Hike

Explore Stuðlagil Canyon on a guided shore excursion from Seyðisfjörður, with a hike to its striking basalt columns and a stop at Rjúkandi Waterfall.

A closer look at Stuðlagil Canyon

Travel through East Iceland’s countryside to Jökuldalur Valley, stopping at Rjúkandi Waterfall before continuing to Stuðlagil Canyon.

Follow the east-side trail to the basalt columns, with time to take photographs and enjoy the canyon. Your local guide shares insights into the landscape and life in East Iceland before the return journey to Seyðisfjörður.

Duration
5 hours
Difficulty
Moderate walking
Departure
Seyðisfjörður port
Maximum passengers
16 persons
Walking Time
~1 hour total
Terrain
Flat gravel path with two inclines.

Highlights

Itinerary

Jökuldalur Valley

Travel through the rural scenery of Jökuldalur on the way to the canyon.

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Rjúkandi Waterfall

Our first stop is Rjúkandi Waterfall. Take a short walk to enjoy the views before continuing to Stuðlagil.

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Stuðlagil Canyon

Hike along the east side of the canyon to see the basalt formations up close. The route is 2.5 km each way, mostly on a flat gravel path with two short inclines and descents.

There is time for photographs and to enjoy the canyon before walking back to the minibus and returning to Seyðisfjörður.

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Good to know

Walking: A 5 km return hike on a mainly flat gravel path, with two small inclines and descents that may be challenging for some travellers. Moderate fitness is required.

Included: Local English-speaking guide and minibus transport.

Bring: A packed lunch, water, sturdy shoes, windproof and waterproof clothing, and a small backpack. Food and drinks are not included, and there are no meal options along the route.

Minimum age: 5 years.