Stuðlagil Canyon Hike - Shore Excursion
Stuðlagil Canyon Hike – Shore Excursion Explore Stuðlagil Canyon on a guided shore excursion from Seyðisfjörður, with a hike to its striking basalt columns and a stop at Rjúkandi Waterfall. Leaving Seyðisfjörður, we’ll travel through the countryside of East Iceland and into Jökuldalur Valley. Our first stop is Rjúkandi Waterfall, where we’ll take a short walk to enjoy the views before continuing to Stuðlagil. At the canyon, we’ll follow the hiking trail along the east side to see the basalt formations up close. Tall columns frame the river, creating one of East Iceland’s most distinctive landscapes. There will be time to take photographs and enjoy the canyon before we walk back to the bus and return to Seyðisfjörður. Throughout the journey, your local guide will share insights into the landscape and life in East Iceland.
Stuðlagil Canyon Hike - Shore Excursion is a 5 hours experience run by Tanni Travel in East Iceland, from 39.990 ISK per person. Stuðlagil Canyon Hike – Shore Excursion Explore Stuðlagil Canyon on a guided shore excursion from Seyðisfjörður, with a hike to its striking basalt columns and a stop at Rjúkandi Waterfall.
5 photos

About this tour
Stuðlagil Canyon Hike – Shore Excursion
Explore Stuðlagil Canyon on a guided shore excursion from Seyðisfjörður, with a hike to its striking basalt columns and a stop at Rjúkandi Waterfall.
Leaving Seyðisfjörður, we’ll travel through the countryside of East Iceland and into Jökuldalur Valley. Our first stop is Rjúkandi Waterfall, where we’ll take a short walk to enjoy the views before continuing to Stuðlagil.
At the canyon, we’ll follow the hiking trail along the east side to see the basalt formations up close. Tall columns frame the river, creating one of East Iceland’s most distinctive landscapes. There will be time to take photographs and enjoy the canyon before we walk back to the bus and return to Seyðisfjörður.
Throughout the journey, your local guide will share insights into the landscape and life in East Iceland.
What’s included
- Local guide
- Mini bus
What to bring
- Lunch Pack – A convenient meal including sandwiches, fruit, and a snack to enjoy during your tour.
- Water bottle
Good to know
- The hike to Stuðlagil Canyon is primarily on a flat, gravel path, but there are two small inclines/declines along the way that may be challenging for some travellers. The walk to the canyon is 2,5km each way, so 5km in total
- Please note that there are no meal options available along the way, so be sure to bring a lunch pack with you.
- The weather in Iceland can be unpredictable, so please bring appropriate clothing and gear to stay comfortable throughout the tour.
- Recommended items include:
- Sturdy shoes
- Wind and waterproof clothes
- Small backpack
Photos & videos
No verified videos yet — we only show footage confirmed to be Stuðlagil Canyon Hike - Shore Excursion, no lookalikes. Search YouTube
Where it starts
Seydisfjordur, Iceland








