Activities á la carte

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Many activities available, once you have arrived in Varmahlíð
1. River rafting	White water rafting becomes more and more popular in the world. Better quality of equipment (drysuits) opens the way to many exciting rivers in Iceland, with the West Glacial River one of the top rivers of Europe. You can stay long time on the river, enjoying the nature and the fun, without getting cold and wet. In the neighbourhood of Varmahlíð there are some excellent possibilities for white water rafting and the Skagafjörður area is now the focal point of this sport in Iceland.
2. Horseback riding	The riverbanks of Svartá and Héraðsvötn is the ideal area to enjoy a day with the Icelandic horse. The trails lead to places strongly connected to the history and culture of Iceland. Long riding tours lead you also through the beautiful highlands of Iceland.
3. Relaxing	Where could you better stay than in one of our cottages in Varmahlíð in the beautiful scenery of Skagafjörður. A natural hot pot invites you to relax from an exciting day.
4. Hiking	From Varmahlíð there are some comfortable hiking tours to beautiful places in Skagafjörður, for example a hiking tour on Molduxi, a mountain about 800 m high, in the middle of a mountain range between Húnavatnssýsla and Skagafjörður. The trail is marked and suitable for all groups of ages.
5. History and Culture	For those who want to know more about the history, culture and the nature of Iceland, Skagafjörður offers vivid possibilities. In the neighbourhood of Varmahlíð you will find museums which open new and impressive sights of the daily life of past generations in Iceland, for example Glaumbær, Hofsós and Hólar.
6. Deepsea angling	We help you planning your trip on the sea for trying deepsea angling.
7. Golf at the arctic circle	Playing Golf is probably the only sport which is suitable for all ages. In Skagafjörður are two 9 hole courses, and it is a nice day tour for example to the 18 hole course in Akureyri. We help you planning your golf trip.
8. The islands in Skagafjörður	The two islands of Skagafjörður, Drangey and Málmey are the home of millions of seabirds. This is the paradise for birdwatchers and photographers.
9. Shooting	In Skagafjörður you have also the possibility to try shooting, for example trap shooting. In a group you can have much fun.
10. Jeepsafari	An exciting day trip by Jeep to the highlands is another perfect way to get to know the elements of Iceland. The tour leads us through the valley of Skagafjörður up to the Hofsjökull, the third biggest Glacier of Iceland. After a nice hiking trip from Ingólfsskáli we make our coffee by melting a pice of a "1000 years" old glacier-ice. Please take care, that you have good hiking boots with you.
11. Sightseeing in Mývatn	Experience the beautiful scenery of Mývatn. It is only a day from Varmahlíð to see this special lake with its very own surroundings, the mountain Krafla, Dimmuborgir, Hverfell and many more.
12. Whale watching	Visit the giants of the sea and learn how it feels to be so close to these animals. It is only a day trip to Húsavík where you can make a boat trip.
13. Skiing	Cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, all is possible in the Skagafjörður, near Sauðárkrókur, with its lift on top Tindastóll. You need only to contact us for more information.

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