IslandReykjavík Area

Akurey

Q: How do I get to Akurey?

Akurey is in Reykjavík Area. Most Icelandic islands are reached only by boat — a scheduled ferry where one exists, otherwise a private or chartered vessel. Crossings depend on the weather and are cancelled in rough seas, so check the marine forecast and never assume you can leave on schedule.

Q: Can I visit Akurey?

It depends on access and protection status. Some Icelandic islands are open by ferry or summer boat tour; many are uninhabited seabird colonies where landing is restricted during the nesting season. Where visits are allowed, go with a licensed operator and keep your distance from nesting birds.

Q: When is the best time to visit Akurey?

Summer (June to August) is when ferries and boat tours run their full schedules, seas are calmer and seabird colonies are active. Many operators do not run in winter, so plan an island visit for the warmer months and book ahead in peak season.

Q: Is Akurey inhabited?

Most of Iceland's islands are uninhabited, with no facilities, shelter or scheduled transport — Heimaey in the Westman Islands is the notable exception. Treat any small island as a place with no services: bring supplies, tell someone your plan and allow flexibility for the weather.

Reykjavík Area, Iceland< 1 km²Boat / ferry access

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Akurey

Reykjavík Area, Iceland< 1 km²Boat / ferry access

About

Akurey is a small, uninhabited island near the coast of Reykjavík. The earliest sources on the island are from 1379 when it belonged to the Víkurkirkja.

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Akurey is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1715°N, 21.9609°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 2.1 km from Route 41
Nearest town: Seltjarnarnes — 2.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 3 km in a straight line
What else is close: 1,056 mapped places within 20 km

Akurey weather and conditions

At Akurey in Reykjavik, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 16:15 (Iceland time): 12°C (feels like 7°C), partly cloudy, wind 8 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 48 m (sunrise 06:05, sunset 20:53). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Akurey

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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Photos & videos

Akurey — photo by Dragan Maksimovic · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo: Dragan Maksimovic · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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How do I get to Akurey?

Akurey is in Reykjavík Area. Most Icelandic islands are reached only by boat — a scheduled ferry where one exists, otherwise a private or chartered vessel. Crossings depend on the weather and are cancelled in rough seas, so check the marine forecast and never assume you can leave on schedule.

Can I visit Akurey?

It depends on access and protection status. Some Icelandic islands are open by ferry or summer boat tour; many are uninhabited seabird colonies where landing is restricted during the nesting season. Where visits are allowed, go with a licensed operator and keep your distance from nesting birds.

When is the best time to visit Akurey?

Summer (June to August) is when ferries and boat tours run their full schedules, seas are calmer and seabird colonies are active. Many operators do not run in winter, so plan an island visit for the warmer months and book ahead in peak season.

Is Akurey inhabited?

Most of Iceland's islands are uninhabited, with no facilities, shelter or scheduled transport — Heimaey in the Westman Islands is the notable exception. Treat any small island as a place with no services: bring supplies, tell someone your plan and allow flexibility for the weather.

Nearby

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Waterfalls

#1.Sjávarfoss

7.9 km·~9 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Búrfoss

7.9 km·~10 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Ullarfoss

8.4 km·~10 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Skáfossar

8.9 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Kvika

2.5 km·~3 min drive

Free geothermal footbath on Seltjarnarnes. Dip feet, watch sunset.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Seltjarnarnesbær

2.8 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Vesturbær

3 km·~4 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Kvika Footbath

3.1 km·~4 min drive

Free geothermal footbath on Seltjarnarnes. Dip feet, watch sunset.

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Reykjavík

5 km·~6 min drive

The campsite in Reykjavik is situated in a great location next to the swimming pool in…

#2.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal

5.1 km·~6 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#3.Camper Resort Reykjavík

7.8 km·~9 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#4.Hafnarfjörður

11 km·~13 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

2 km·~2 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup

2.6 km·~3 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Fiskislóð

1.9 km·~2 min drive

N1 · 279.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Ánanaust

2.1 km·~3 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Suðurströnd

2.5 km·~3 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Eiðistorg

2.7 km·~3 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →

#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Dragan Maksimovic · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community