A private, easy-paced tour through reindeer country, Hallormsstaður forest and Fljótsdalur, combining the Wilderness Center exhibition, close-up reindeer encounters and local storytelling from East Iceland.
Tour info
Discover the stories of East Iceland on a private journey through reindeer country, forest landscapes and the old wilderness life of Fljótsdalur.
This easy-paced tour begins with pickup in Seyðisfjörður or Egilsstaðir and takes you through some of the most peaceful landscapes in East Iceland.
Along the way, your guide shares stories about Hallormsstaður forest, Lagarfljót, the surrounding countryside and, if there is interest, the legend of the Lagarfljót Worm.
The first main stop is the Wilderness Center in Fljótsdalur, where guests spend approximately one hour exploring the exhibition and learning about life on the edge of the Icelandic highlands.
The visit gives insight into the people, traditions and way of life that shaped this remote part of the country.
After the exhibition, the journey continues through Fljótsdalur and Fell towards the Reindeer Park.
At the Reindeer Park, guests spend approximately 30–45 minutes seeing reindeer up close and learning about their history, behaviour and importance to East Iceland.
Wild reindeer may sometimes be seen along the route, but sightings are never guaranteed.
Admission to the Wilderness Center exhibition and the Reindeer Park is included in the tour price.
The tour then returns to Seyðisfjörður or Egilsstaðir, depending on the pickup location.
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For booking requests contact us via email at info@easthighlanders.is
Whats´s included
✓ Private transportation
✓ Private local guide
✓ Bottled water
✓ Pickup and drop-off at selected locations
What to bring
✓ Warm layers and clothes suitable for changing weather
✓ Comfortable walking shoes — no open-toed footwear, please
✓ Your phone or camera for photos
✓ Your sense of adventure
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Disclaimer
Guests participate in all tours at their own responsibility. East Highlanders is not responsible for accidents, injuries or losses resulting from guests’ own actions, negligence or failure to follow safety instructions provided by the guide.
Pickup and drop-off
Departure details
Traveler pickup is offered in Seyðisfjörður and Egilsstaðir, including Seyðisfjörður harbour, Egilsstaðir Airport and selected accommodation in both areas.
This is a private tour. Your driver-guide will meet you at the agreed pickup location.
For cruise passengers arriving in Seyðisfjörður, pickup is planned around the ship schedule. Please provide your cruise ship name.
For other pickup points, please contact us before booking.
Return details
Returns to the original departure point in Seyðisfjörður or Egilsstaðir.
What to expect
Duratition: 4 hours
Difficulty level: easy
Departure: 10-11 am
Language: English, Icelandic