Dynjandi Waterfall & Westfjords Farm Tour from Ísafjörður
Description
Travel through mountain tunnels and stunning fjords on this half-day shore excursion tour to Dynjandi waterfall. Starting from the port at Ísafjörður, this tour´s main highlight in Dynjandi waterfall, one of Iceland´s most famous waterfalls. It´s truly a must when visiting the west fjords. It is often said to resemble a bridal veil, tapering to its widest at 60 meters at the bottom. Continuing the wedding theme, sample Hjónabandssæla cake, a traditional cake during your stop at Gemlufell, a tradional working farm. This oat and rhubarb jam creation translate as wedded bliss in English.
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The meeting point for this tour is the cruise ship dock in Ísafjörður. Ísafjörður is becoming increasingly more popular as a cruise ship port of call. Once everyone is onboard, we head out of town and take the mountain tunnel of Vestfjarðagöng. On emerging from the tunnel on the other side of the mountain, we venture onwards through a series of small villages, stunning fjords and sheer faced mountains, before we reach Dynjandi.
Dynjandi waterfall is one of Iceland´s highest and most beautiful waterfalls. Comprised of several converging falls, the water drops off many ledges to its widest point at the bottom. Driving time from Isafjorður to Dynjandi is about 40 minutes, with beautiful and pristine landscapes to be enjoyed en routeþ Dynjandi has really captured the imagination of travellers to Iceland in recent years.
After the jaw-dropping sites at Dynjandi, we make our way back towards Ísafjörður, but not before one extra stop. We visit the charming Gemlufell Farm, a typical Icelandic working farm situated in idyllic surroundings on the coastline of Dýrar fjord. Daily life in this remote homestead is so peaceful, and you can take in these surroundings while enjoying complimentary tea, coffee and a traditional Icelandic cake called Hjónabandssæla. This oat and rhubarb jam cake loosely translates as Happy Marriage cake!
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,214)
Really enjoyable trip. Our guide Sven was fun and informative, and our driver John kept us safe. The waterfall was spectacular, we had 70mins there and because the weather got better and better as the day went on it would have been nice to have had even more time there. Nice rhubarb cake at the farm, and a chance to see a few Icelandic horses. Superb scenery all the time on the coach and at the stops - definitely recommend this trip
Great tour! The stop at the waterfall is great. It is a good hike up the side to get to the top of the view points. There are stops along the way as well. The farm stop was unexpected but fun nonetheless. They let their 12 year old son lead the farm tour. It was hilarious. Not really what you would think of when you think of a farm but it entertaining to say the least. Highly recommend this tour. Our guide Tom was the best.
Beautiful waterfall; could be experienced right from the drop off point, but also offered multiple walk/climb options for different perspectives. The farm was modest, but had friendly owners who provided insights into Icelandic life in the north. Several Fjords, two tunnels added to the experience.
Tom, our driver / guide gave a houmous and insightful talk about the attractions on the tour and all things Icelandic! The bus was well driven and was comfortable and clean. The Dynjandi waterfall was spectacular and we had plenty if time there. We had a very warm welcome at the farm, offered a hot drink (tea, coffee, or hot chocolate) and a piece of the superb 'happy marriage cake. There was also good access to the animals with the farmer answering questions on farm life in this area of the country. Tom sang a traditional Icelandic song on the way back to Isafjordur. Perfect tour - Thank you!
The driver, Tom, was very informative about the culture and added some entertainment along the way. This is our first time experiencing a driver who is also gifted with tour guide communication skills.
What a beautiful experience and our tour leader (Captain Thor) just made it 10x better!!! I’ve had my fair share of tours but this one was one of, if not, the best tour thanks to our leader/driver
Tom was an excellent driver and guide. The bus pick up was right in the cruise port area. Tom gave us lots of information in the time we were on the bus. The farm stop was fun. We got hot chocolate , tea or coffee with “ happy marriage cake”. The waterfalls were breathtaking. On the return, we were even serenaded by Tom. He is a great singer. It really was. Great trip.
Wow what a great tour with our outstanding guide Tom who entertained us all the way in and out in the Icelandic culture, history, infrastructure, economy, language, food and music! We even got stupendous live show with a famous song. We will remember for a very long time these 3,5 hours that went by too quickly! Thank you very much 😊
Captain Thor was a great host. The path to the waterfall was very rocky so wear good shoes/boots. Beautiful scenery. We liked the down home feel of the family farm and the animals.
Great driver and guide. Nice farm experience. Got to pet the horses and had a good piece of cake. Djnjandi waterfall is amazing!
