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Víkingavatn

North Iceland, Iceland
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Víkingavatn

North Iceland, Iceland

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Víkingavatn is a shallow lake situated in the north of Iceland, between Húsavík and Ásbyrgi. Lake Vikingavatn is also called Little Lake Myvatn because of the abundance of nesting duck species and other birds.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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NorthReykjavíkSouth CoastWestEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
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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 Víkingavatn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Akureyri Whale Watching
North

Akureyri Whale Watching

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

Duration3 hours
PickupAkureyri
HighlightsEyjafjörður
TypeBoat tour
From
14.500 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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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Skeifárfoss
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#2.Hólmárfossar
29 km·~35 min drive

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

#3.Æðarfossar
29 km·~35 min drive

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

Æðarfossar
#4.Réttarfoss
31 km·~37 min drive

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

4 waterfalls near North Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Norðurþing
18 km·~22 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Húsavík
24 km·~28 min drive

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

#3.Ostakarið
24 km·~29 min drive

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#4.Goldfish Pond
25 km·~31 min drive

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Camping 66.12° North
16 km·~19 min drive

North Iceland camping option. Less crowded than the south, with dramatic landscapes and…

#2.Mánárbakki
16 km·~19 min drive

The camp site at Mánárbakka, Tjörnes is in a great location when travelling in the north…

#3.Ásbyrgi
18 km·~21 min drive

Asbyrgi is one of two camp sites in the national park in Jokulsargljufrum. The second…

#4.Lundur Tjaldsvæði
18 km·~22 min drive

A family friendly campsite in Öxarfjörður, playground and swimmingpool within walking…

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
24 km·~28 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Nettó
24 km·~29 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#3.Verslunin Skerjakolla
28 km·~33 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Jónsabúð
63 km·~76 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ásbyrgi
18 km·~22 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Húsavík
24 km·~28 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Kópasker
28 km·~33 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Laugar
49 km·~59 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near North Iceland

Tours

#1.Akureyri Whale Watching
3 hours·Pickup Akureyri

Humpbacks and dolphins in Eyjafjörður — the classic North-Iceland outing.

from 11,990 krView tour →
#2.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
2 tours near North Iceland

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How do I get to Víkingavatn?
Víkingavatn is in North Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland lakes often need a 4×4 and some access roads only open in summer.
Can I fish at Víkingavatn?
Angling in Iceland requires a permit bought per water body from the landowner or local angling association, and gear used abroad must be disinfected first. Check the local rules for Víkingavatn before you cast.
Can I swim in Víkingavatn?
Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Víkingavatn before entering the water.
When is the best time to visit Víkingavatn?
Roadside lakes are visitable year-round, though winter access depends on conditions. Highland lakes and reservoirs are typically reachable only in summer once the F-roads open. Check live road conditions before you drive.

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