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West Iceland, Iceland21 kmGPS track
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Hellissandur

West Iceland, Iceland21 kmGPS track

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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 Hellissandur

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.Klukkufoss
3.1 km·~4 min drive

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

Klukkufoss
#2.Snekkjufoss
3.6 km·~4 min drive

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

Snekkjufoss
#3.Svöðufoss
7.1 km·~9 min drive

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

Svöðufoss
#4.Kerlingarfoss
7.4 km·~9 min drive

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

Kerlingarfoss
4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Grundarfjarðarbær
31 km·~37 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Snæfellsbær
32 km·~38 min drive

Natural pool. Real Iceland experience. Worth seeking out.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grundarfjarðarbær
40 km·~48 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around…

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Stykkishólmur
60 km·~72 min drive

Natural pool. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around it.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið á Hellissandi
8 km·~10 min drive

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

#2.Hellissandur
8.3 km·~10 min drive

A new camp site. The camp site is located on the left side when arriving to Hellissandur…

#3.Tjaldstæðið í Ólafsvík
11 km·~13 min drive

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

#4.Ólafsvík
11 km·~13 min drive

The camp site is located in the edge of town. There is a toilet, hot and cold water,…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kassinn
11 km·~13 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
31 km·~37 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
60 km·~73 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Albina
84 km·~101 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Hellissandur
8.4 km·~10 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Ólafsvík
11 km·~13 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Arnarstapi
15 km·~17 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Grundarfjörður
31 km·~37 min drive

N1 · 310.9 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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How long is the Hellissandur hike?
The Hellissandur trail is about 21 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.
How do I get to the Hellissandur trailhead?
Hellissandur is in West Iceland. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is Hellissandur safe to hike alone?
Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.
When is the best time to hike Hellissandur?
Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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