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Faxaflói

West Iceland, Iceland
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Faxaflói

West Iceland, Iceland

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Faxaflói, sometimes Faxa Bay, Faxe Bay or Faxi Bay, is a bay in southwest Iceland, between the peninsulas of Snæfellsnes and Reykjanes. .

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Driving conditions
Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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WestReykjavíkSouth CoastNorthEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Faxaflói

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Rauðfeldsgjá
51 km·~61 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Bjarnarfoss
55 km·~66 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Bjarnarfoss
#3.Rjúkandi
60 km·~72 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#4.Snekkjufoss
61 km·~73 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Snekkjufoss
4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Garður
47 km·~56 min drive

Wild hot spring. Naturally heated, no facilities. Bring your own towel.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Sandgerði
49 km·~58 min drive

Wild hot spring. Naturally heated, no facilities. Best with few people.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Snæfellsbær
55 km·~66 min drive

Natural pool. Real Iceland experience. Worth seeking out.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Keflavík
56 km·~67 min drive

Natural pool. Off the tourist path. Worth seeking out.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Garðskagi
45 km·~54 min drive

Beautiful spot by two lighthouses. Low-service campsites

#2.Tjaldsvæðið við Íþróttamiðstöðina Garði
47 km·~56 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#3.Arnarstapi
47 km·~57 min drive

The camp site at Arnarstapi is in a beautiful location next to Stapafell mountain with a…

#4.Tjaldsvæðið á Arnastapa
48 km·~57 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin
47 km·~57 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð
55 km·~66 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
55 km·~67 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
56 km·~67 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Arnarstapi
47 km·~57 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Sandgerði
48 km·~57 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Garður
48 km·~57 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Arnarvellir
54 km·~64 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near West Iceland

Frequently
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Where is Faxaflói?
Faxaflói is a bay on the coast of West Iceland, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the driving route in.
How do I get to Faxaflói?
Faxaflói is in West Iceland. Most Iceland bays sit on or just off the Ring Road and coastal routes; a few in the Westfjords involve gravel roads. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
What is there to do at Faxaflói?
Iceland's bays are where you find harbours, seabird colonies, seals and boat trips. What's on offer depends on the spot — check the map and nearby places on this page.
When is the best time to visit Faxaflói?
June to August for birdlife, boat trips and the most reliable road access. Puffins leave by mid-August. Outside summer, check road.is conditions the day you drive.

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