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Skjálfandafljót

Highlands, Iceland
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Skjálfandafljót

Highlands, Iceland

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The Skjálfandafljót River is situated in the north of Iceland. Skjálfandafljót is 178 kilometres (111 mi) long, and is the fourth longest river of Iceland.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Road conditions
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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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 Skjálfandafljót

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.Hrafnabjargafoss
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#2.Aldeyjarfoss
22 km·~27 min drive

The Aldeyjarfoss waterfall is situated in the Highlands of Iceland at the northern part…

Aldeyjarfoss
#3.Ingvararfoss
22 km·~27 min drive

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

Ingvararfoss
#4.Ullarfoss
26 km·~31 min drive

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

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Víti Askja
36 km·~43 min drive

Volcanic crater lake at Askja. Highland destination, not always safe for bathing - check…

#2.Víti
36 km·~43 min drive

Water hot spring

#3.Laugafell
45 km·~54 min drive

Hot spring in Highlands. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Þingeyjarsveit
53 km·~64 min drive

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Check conditions before going.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Kidagil
37 km·~44 min drive

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

#2.Kiðagil í Bárðadal
37 km·~44 min drive

Camp site in a peaceful and quiet spot in northern Iceland.

#3.Drekaskáli Warden Cabin
42 km·~50 min drive

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

#4.Drekaskáli
42 km·~50 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
58 km·~69 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
64 km·~77 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Fisk Kompaní
64 km·~77 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
65 km·~78 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Mývatn
48 km·~58 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Fosshóll
58 km·~69 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykjahlíð
58 km·~69 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Laugar
61 km·~74 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

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 Highlands

Frequently
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Where is Skjálfandafljót?
Skjálfandafljót is a river in Highlands, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its course and the nearest access points.
Can you fish in Skjálfandafljót?
Fishing any Icelandic river needs a permit sold per river or beat. Salmon rivers book far ahead and can be expensive; trout and char are more accessible. Never fish without a permit, and disinfect gear brought from abroad.
Is Skjálfandafljót safe to cross?
If Skjálfandafljót is crossed by an unbridged highland ford, treat it with real caution: glacial water is cold, fast, deeper than it looks and higher by afternoon. Cross only with the right 4WD and experience, watch another vehicle first, and if in doubt turn back.
When does Skjálfandafljót run highest?
Glacial rivers peak on warm summer afternoons, after rain and during the spring melt. A ford that is passable in the cool morning can be dangerous by late afternoon. Check road.is before highland driving.

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