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Hiking, Adventure, Day tour

Hidden Mountains of Þakgil

4 hours
Easy
1581.14
Overview
4 hours
Year round
Easy
Free return trip if no sightings occur

Hidden Mountains of Þakgil

Venture beyond the black sand beaches into Iceland’s hidden mountain realm. Explore film location canyons, secret waterfalls, and dramatic volcanic terrain aboard a super jeep from Vík.

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Highlights
Panoramic views of Katla Volcano and black sand beaches
Hike through iconic Game of Thrones filming locations
Discover the hidden waterfall within Remundargil Canyon
Explore the sheltered beauty of Þakgil Campsite
Ford glacial rivers in a specially equipped super jeep

Leave the coastal village of Vík behind and ascend into a world shaped by fire and ice. Aboard a specially equipped super jeep, you will traverse wild terrain and ford glacial rivers, venturing deep into landscapes that have doubled for distant galaxies and frozen realms beyond the Wall.

Your journey begins at the panoramic summit of Háfell, where the view unfolds in every direction: black sand beaches stretching toward the horizon, the brooding mass of Katla Volcano, and the cinematic silhouette of Hafursey Mountain, immortalized in Star Wars: Rogue One.

From here, the adventure turns to foot. Wander through the hiking terrain of Höfðabrekkuheiði, the very setting that became the Land Beyond the Wall in Game of Thrones. Explore dramatic rock formations before descending into Remundargil Canyon, where a hidden waterfall rewards those who make the short trek to the canyon floor.

The journey continues to Þakgil Campsite, a sheltered haven tucked within towering canyon walls. Pause to rest and refresh before a final hike to yet another secluded waterfall. On the return to Vík, a different route reveals more river crossings, secret canyons, and the enigmatic force stones scattered across this ancient terrain.

This four hour expedition is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, offering a rare glimpse into Iceland’s hidden mountain realm.

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