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Háifoss

122 m dropFree parkingWest Iceland, Iceland
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Háifoss

122 m dropFree parkingWest Iceland, Iceland

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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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 Háifoss

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
View tour →

Photos & videos

One of the most spectacular waterfalls ever - 📍Haifoss, Iceland #iceland #icelandtravelTravelling Kuzya | slow travel talks
ICELAND - Visiting Háifoss WaterfallBeyond Travels
Háifoss Waterfall in Winter 2026 | Iceland’s Hidden Canyon [4K]Escape with Lofty & Carmalita
Haifoss Waterfall Iceland 4K drone videoEarth Explore TV
Háifoss Waterfall in Iceland 💦🇮🇸Iceland Shorts
Háifoss waterfall in ICELAND's southern inlands.Ívar Gunnarsson

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Campsites

#1.Hverinn
4.4 km·~5 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

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The camp site at Varmaland is a big and spacious area and is well suitable for groups and…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Hyrnan
23 km·~27 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Ljómalind
23 km·~27 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
23 km·~27 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
23 km·~27 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Reykholt
10 km·~12 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Baulan
10 km·~12 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Hreðavatnsskáli
16 km·~19 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Borgarnes
21 km·~25 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

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 West Iceland

Frequently
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Do you need a 4x4 for Háifoss?
Yes, the road is rough. Don't attempt in a regular car. River crossing may be required.
How far is Háifoss from Reykjavík?
About 2.5 hours (140 km). Often combined with Landmannalaugar.
What's Granni?
Háifoss's smaller neighbor. Same canyon, right next to it. Two falls for the price of one.
Is there a hike at Háifoss?
Short walk from parking to viewpoint. You can also hike down into the canyon for a different perspective.
Is Háifoss crowded?
Much less than south coast falls. The 4x4 road keeps crowds away.

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