Snæfellsjökull (meaning snow-fell glacier) is arguably Iceland's most famous stratovolcano. The actual name of the mountain is Snæfell, but it is referred to as 'Snæfellsjökull' in order to distinguish it from two other mountains with this name. It's glacier-covered peak reaches 1446m (4745 ft), and on a clear day can sometimes be seen from Reykjavic some 200km away.
The volcano is famous due to Jules Verne's 1864 novel A Journey To The Centre Of The Earth, in which the protagonists find the entrance to a passage leading to the centre of the earth on Snæfellsjökull.
At the foot of the volcano on the peninsula is Snæfellsjökull National Park, which was established in 2001. Its attractions include waterfalls, lava caves and glaciers. Admission to the park is free.
In recent years, Snæfellsjökull glacier has suffered the affects of global warming, and in 2012 the summit was ice free for the first time in recorded history. The glacier is continually shrinking, so much so that experts predict that it could vanish within the next 50 years. Get a visit in quickly before its too late!
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Hike on trails to the Litli Hrutur Volcano and the new eruption sites in Geldingadalur Valley on a guided day trip from Reykjavík. Soak in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
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Discover Iceland on a bus day trip from Reykjavik to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Gaze in awe at the Snæfellsjökull glacier, see black sand beaches, visit a fishing village and see Kirkjufell mountain.
Embark on an adventure through Iceland's captivating Reykjanes Peninsula and hike to the newly formed lava field from recent volcanic eruptions on a guided day trip from Reykjavik.
Enjoy a smooth and hassle-free transfer to the Blue Lagoon from Reykjavík. With frequent departures from the BSI Bus Terminal between morning and late in the afternoon.
Get entry tickets to Sky Lagoon, an oceanside geothermal spa, located only minutes from downtown Reykjavík. Immerse yourself in a spa ritual as the North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you.
Embark on a whale-watching cruise in Faxaflói Bay from Reykjavík. Witness the stunning landscapes and keep an eye out for a variety of local wildlife, including whales, dolphins, porpoises, and more.
Visit the Eimverk Distillery in Reykjavik on a guided tour. Learn about the production process and taste Flóki Iceland's first and only whiskey, Vor Premium Gin, and Víti Brennivín.
Snorkel between the tectonic plates of North America and Europe at the Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park.
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