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Birnudalsjökull

East Iceland, IcelandSummerTours available
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Birnudalsjökull

East Iceland, IcelandSummerTours available

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Road · From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Cars & campers

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Toyota RAV4
SUV

Toyota RAV4

Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelHybrid
Seats5
DriveAWD
From
8,075 kr9,500 kr/day
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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
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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
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Tours near Birnudalsjökull

Free cancellationSmall groups
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

Duration14 hours
PickupReykjavík
HighlightsSouth Iceland
StopsHot springs
From
27.990 kr
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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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Photos & videos

Birnudalsjökull — photo by Wikimedia CommonsWikimedia Commons

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Nearby

Waterfalls

Fellsfoss

Fellsfoss

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

15 km away

Bólstaðafoss

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

16 km away

Draugagilsfoss

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

17 km away

Bergárfoss

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

38 km away

Hot Springs

Hoffell Hot Tubs

Hot tubs with Vatnajökull glacier views near Höfn. Run by local farm.

32 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Hornafjörður

Natural pool. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Check conditions before going.

32 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Höfn

Natural hot spring. Off the tourist path. Bring your own towel.

34 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Fljótsdalshreppur

Natural hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Best with few people.

76 km away

Campsites

Haukafell

Haukafell is a remote camping site in the southeast of Iceland. This area is a hidden gem…

23 km away

Myllulækur

New campsite located 12km from Höfn in Hornafjörður with a beautiful mountain view.

34 km away

Tjaldsvæðið Höfn í Hornafirði

Tjaldsvæðið er við innkeyrsluna inn í bæinn. Margar flatir og pallar. Rúmgott með miklu…

34 km away

Vestrahorn

East Iceland campsite in the remote and beautiful Eastfjords. Fewer tourists means better…

45 km away

Services

Nesjar

N1 fuel station

34 km away

Nettó

Nettó supermarket — supplies

34 km away

Höfn

Olís fuel station

34 km away

Fagurhólsmýri

N1 fuel station

54 km away

Frequently
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Can I walk on Birnudalsjökull without a guide?
No. Crevasses on Birnudalsjökull are often hidden under fresh snow and can be lethal — every glacier walk needs crampons, ropes and a certified guide. Book through a licensed tour operator, never freelance it.
How do I get to Birnudalsjökull?
Birnudalsjökull is located in East Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland access often needs a 4×4 and some routes only open in summer.
When is the best time to visit Birnudalsjökull?
Birnudalsjökull is most accessible in summer, when access roads are clear of snow. Check live road conditions before you drive.
Is Birnudalsjökull shrinking?
Most Icelandic glaciers have retreated measurably over the past few decades. Exact edges and access points shift year to year — treat any online map, including this one, as approximate.
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