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Goðafoss

12 m drop5 min walkFree parkingNorth Iceland, Iceland
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Goðafoss

12 m drop5 min walkFree parkingNorth Iceland, Iceland

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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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 Goðafoss

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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Photos & videos

Goðafoss — photo by Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SAWikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA
Godafoss ('Waterfall of the Gods') is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland.Irma Zandl
GOÐAFOSS: WATERFALL OF THE GODS! ICELAND (4K)Andy's Awesome Adventures
GODAFOSS WATERFALL IN ICELAND 🇮🇸Monira's Vlog UK
Goðafoss Waterfall Iceland | Aerial Adventure | Drone Travel ExperienceODYSSEY VISUAL MEDIA
Cruise Excursion to One of Iceland's Famous WaterfallsLa Lido Loca
Secrets of Goðafoss: Waterfall of the Gods in IcelandIceland Close-Up

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Hot Springs

#1.Gvendarlaug hin forna
1.1 km·~1 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Kaldrananeshreppur
1.1 km·~1 min drive

Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around it.

#3.Drangsnes Hot Pots
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Three free concrete tubs by the ocean in Drangsnes. Nothing fancy. Sea view. Good vibes.

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12 km·~15 min drive

Natural pool. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Respect the nature around it.

4 hot springs near North Iceland

Campsites

#1.Laugarhóll
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Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#2.Laugarhóll í Bjarnarfirði
950 m

Cozy campsite close to swimming pool and a natural pool.

#3.Hveravík
9.7 km·~12 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#4.Tjaldstæðið Drangsnesi
11 km·~13 min drive

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

4 campsites near North Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kaupfélag Steingrímsfjarðar
11 km·~13 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð
13 km·~15 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga
50 km·~60 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin
54 km·~65 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near North Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Drangsnes
11 km·~13 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Hólmavík
13 km·~15 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Norðurfjörður
30 km·~36 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Bjarkalundur
38 km·~45 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

Frequently
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questions

Why is it called Goðafoss?
Waterfall of the Gods. A chieftain threw Norse god statues here when Iceland converted to Christianity in 1000 AD.
Is Goðafoss worth visiting?
Yes! Easy access, beautiful views, great photos. One of the most photogenic falls in Iceland.
How far is Goðafoss from Akureyri?
About 45 minutes (50 km). Easy stop on the way to/from Mývatn.
Can you walk behind Goðafoss?
No, unlike Seljalandsfoss. But you can get close on both sides.
Is Goðafoss free?
Yes, free parking and viewing on both sides.

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