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Hellisey

South Coast< 1 km²Boat / ferry access

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Hellisey is a small, uninhabited island in the Vestmann Islands, south of Iceland. It is 6 km southwest of Heimaey and 13 km northeast of Surtsey.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Map of Hellisey

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63.3600°N, 20.3662°W · South Coast

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Off the main road
32.7 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Vestmannaeyjabær — 10 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
117 km in a straight line
What else is close
74 mapped places within 20 km

Tours near Hellisey

Eldheimar: Entry Ticketfrom 2.470 ISKPuffin, island, and volcano boat tourfrom 11.000 ISK · 1 hVolcano ATV Tourfrom 14.900 ISK · 1 hVestmannaeyjar - The Westman Islandsfrom 59.990 ISK · 8 hBWS Visitor Centre General Admission - Advanced Ticketfrom 3.560 ISK · 1 hVestmannaeyjar Boat Tourfrom 12.000 ISK · 1 h 30 minPuffins and Pirates ATV Tourfrom 14.900 ISK · 1 hTwo Hour Ribsafari Adventure Tripfrom 26.300 ISK · 2 hBuggy Adventure-1 hourfrom 19.990 ISK · 1 h
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ToursIn season nowSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hEarly Bird Ice Cavefrom 25.000 ISK · 3 h 30 minLaugarás Lagoon Birki - Premium Lagoonfrom 9.900 ISK · 2 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Hellisey weather and conditions

Last updated

9°Covercast · feels 2°C9 m/sgusts 129 h 55 mdaylight · 08:09 – 18:05
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 h
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Cars & campers

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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 −12%
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 −12%
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 −12%

Photos & videos

Hellisey — photo by Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0Photo: Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Brandur3 km
  2. 2Geldungur3 km
  3. 3Álsey4 km
  4. 4Súlnasker4 km
  5. 5Suðurey4 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Drífandi33 km
  2. 2Seljalandsfoss34 km
  3. 3Gljúfrabúi35 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Geothermal hot spring near Vestmannaeyjabær10 km
  2. 2Seljavallalaug44 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Hvolsvöllur44 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Vestmannaeyjar10 km · 308.6 kr/L
  2. 2Hvolsvöllur44 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Hella52 km · 308.6 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Bónus10 km
  2. 2Krónan10 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin53 km
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Tours

  1. Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 hours
  2. Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörkfrom 89.990 ISK · 5 hours
  3. Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hours
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Frequently
asked
questions

How do I get to Hellisey?
Hellisey is in South Coast. 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 Hellisey?
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 Hellisey?
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 Hellisey 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.

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All islands24 islands in South Coast, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams