Departing Borgarnes, you explore seals at Ytri Tunga, the iconic black church, rugged coastal cliffs, and dramatic beaches before reaching Grundarfjörður.
Ytri Tunga Beach
Golden sand beach famed for its resident seal colony lounging lazily on the coastal rocks, offering delightful wildlife viewing opportunities.
Búðakirkja Black Church
Striking solitary black wooden church contrasting dramatically against the vast green lava fields and coastal mountains of Snæfellsnes.
Arnarstapi to Hellnar
An easy coastal hike (1.9 mi, 1 hr) along rugged basalt cliffs, weaving through dramatic rock formations, nesting sea birds, and crashing ocean waves.
Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs
Imposing towering twin basalt plugs rising dramatically from the ocean shoreline, formed by ancient volcanic activity and relentless waves.
Djúpalónssandur Beach
Historic black sand pebble beach featuring dramatic rock formations, jagged sea stacks, and the famous historic lifting stones.
Historic house in Stykkisholmur.