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Vattarfjörður

Westfjords, Iceland
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Vattarfjörður

Westfjords, 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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Prices
Cost to visit
Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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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 Vattarfjörður

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.Skiptárfoss
8.2 km·~10 min drive

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

Skiptárfoss
#2.Þingmannaá
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

Þingmannaá
#3.Mórildisfoss
18 km·~21 min drive

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

#4.Pennugil
21 km·~25 min drive

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

4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Heydalur Hot Spring
19 km·~22 min drive

Hot spring in Westfjords. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#2.Hellulaug
20 km·~24 min drive

Westfjords hot pot right at the ocean's edge. Tide affects it so timing matters.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Reykhólahreppur
22 km·~26 min drive

Wild hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Check conditions before going.

#4.Hörgshlíðarlaug
24 km·~29 min drive

Hot spring in East Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Flókalundur
20 km·~24 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#2.Tjaldsvæðið Djúpadal
22 km·~26 min drive

Djúpidalur offers a family friendly campground close to Reykhólar. Possibility to stay at…

#3.Heydalur
25 km·~30 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#4.Heydalur í Mjóafirði
25 km·~31 min drive

The Heydalur camping site is located 130 km from Isafjordur, 110km from Holmavik. Once…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
50 km·~60 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.SAM
53 km·~64 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
53 km·~64 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
54 km·~64 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Flókalundur
20 km·~24 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Bjarkalundur
30 km·~37 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykhólar
31 km·~37 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Bíldudalur
40 km·~48 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

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 Westfjords

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