From Mývatn, explore the region's diverse volcanic features, hiking Hverfjall Crater, Dimmuborgir's lava formations, and the surreal Leirhnjúkur Geothermal Field, showcasing North Iceland's unique geology.
Hverfjall Crater Rim
Hike the rim of this impressive tephra crater, offering panoramic views of Lake Mývatn and its surrounding volcanic landscape. The ascent is steady, rewarding you with breathtaking vistas.
Dimmuborgir
Explore the 'Dark Castles,' a dramatic field of unusually shaped lava formations, including natural arches and caves. Follow the easy Church Circle trail through this otherworldly landscape.
Skútustaðagígar Pseudo-craters
Witness the unique pseudo-craters formed by steam explosions when hot lava flowed over wetlands. These grass-covered mounds offer a picturesque foreground to Lake Mývatn.
Lunch at Vogafjós Farm Resort
Enjoy a delicious farm-to-table meal at a working cow shed restaurant, offering fresh local produce and views of the surrounding Mývatn area.
Grjótagjá Cave
Discover this small lava cave with a beautiful geothermal spring inside, famously featured in Game of Thrones. While bathing is no longer permitted, its ethereal blue waters are captivating.
Leirhnjúkur Geothermal Field
Hike through a vibrant, active geothermal area with bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and colorful mineral deposits. The landscape is a stark reminder of Iceland's powerful volcanic forces.
Cozy cabins on the lava field.