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Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland
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Herdísarvík

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

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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
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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ReykjanesReykjavíkSouth CoastWestNorthEastWestfjordsHighlands
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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 Herdísarvík

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.Litli-Foss
26 km·~31 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#2.Breiðholtsfoss
27 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#3.Selásfoss
27 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#4.Kermóafossar
28 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

4 waterfalls near Reykjanes Peninsula

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
12 km·~15 min drive

Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Þorlákshöfn
21 km·~25 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður
22 km·~27 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær
25 km·~30 min drive

Natural hot spring. Real Iceland experience. Best with few people.

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.T-bær
7.1 km·~9 min drive

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

#2.Gata Free Camping
7.7 km·~9 min drive

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

#3.Tjaldsvæði Þorlákshafnar
21 km·~26 min drive

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

#4.Þorlákshöfn
21 km·~26 min drive

The camp site in the town Þorlákshöfn is located center of town, close to the sports area…

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan
21 km·~25 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
22 km·~27 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
22 km·~27 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
25 km·~30 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Einhella
21 km·~26 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Þorlákshöfn
21 km·~26 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Norðurhella
22 km·~26 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Suðurhella
22 km·~26 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjanes Peninsula

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 Reykjanes Peninsula

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Where is Herdísarvík?
Herdísarvík is a bay on the coast of Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the driving route in.
How do I get to Herdísarvík?
Herdísarvík is in Reykjanes Peninsula. 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 Herdísarvík?
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 Herdísarvík?
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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