Dynjandi Waterfall & Iceland’s Oldest Bookstore - Westfjords Cruise Tour

by Magic Iceland Travel · Boat tours · Westfjords

4.80· 184 Google reviews of the operator
  • Fine on your own
  • Suits older travellers
  • Works in the rain
  • Good with teenagers
  • Eco-certified

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Next departure: Sat 1 May

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Dynjandi Waterfall & Iceland’s Oldest Bookstore - Westfjords Cruise Tour — Magic Iceland Travel
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  • Duration

    4 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Ísafjörður

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English, German

  • Departs

    08:30, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 …

  • Minimum age

    6

  • Cancellation

    Free until 24 hours before

About this experience

This Westfjords shore excursion is specially designed for cruise ship passengers docking in Ísafjörður, offering a well-paced and reliable way to experience some of the region’s most iconic sights within your time in port.

The tour begins with pickup close to the cruise harbor, followed by a scenic drive through dramatic fjords, mountain passes, and coastal landscapes that define the Westfjords. Your main highlight is Dynjandi waterfall, one of Iceland’s most impressive natural landmarks. Resembling a cascading bridal veil, Dynjandi flows down a series of terraces and is considered the crown jewel of the Westfjords. You will have time to walk up the path, enjoy the views, and take photos at multiple viewpoints.

After visiting Dynjandi, the journey continues to the picturesque village of Flateyri, a historic fishing settlement with a strong cultural identity. Here you will stop at the oldest bookshop in Iceland, a unique and atmospheric place that reflects the village’s literary and historical heritage. This stop offers a quieter, more cultural contrast to the dramatic nature experienced earlier in the day.

The itinerary is carefully planned with cruise schedules in mind, allowing sufficient time at each stop while ensuring a comfortable return to Ísafjörður well before your ship’s departure. This makes the tour an ideal choice for travelers looking for a stress-free shore excursion that combines natural wonders, local culture, and scenic driving in the Westfjords.

Description from the operator, Magic Iceland Travel . Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Included

  • Guided shore excursion from Ísafjörður
  • Pickup and drop-off near the cruise port
  • Visit to Dynjandi waterfall
  • Stop in the village of Flateyri
  • Visit to Iceland’s oldest bookshop in Flateyri
  • Scenic drive through the Westfjords
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Transportation in a comfortable coach or minibus

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Souvenirs and purchases at Flateyri bookshop
  • Optional gratuities

Good to know

  • Warm, windproof, and waterproof clothing
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Camera or phone for photos
  • Small backpack for personal items
  • This tour is designed specifically for cruise ship passengers docking in Ísafjörður.
  • Departure times are aligned with cruise ship schedules on the day of arrival.
  • Pickup and drop-off take place close to the cruise port.
  • Please be ready at the designated meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure.
  • The itinerary and timing may be adjusted due to weather or road conditions.
  • Walking at Dynjandi involves an uphill gravel path; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Icelandic weather can change quickly; warm, windproof, and waterproof clothing is advised.
  • This tour operates in most weather conditions.
  • Return to Ísafjörður is planned well before cruise ship departure.

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is sea state — the skipper decides an hour or two before departure. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Magic Iceland Travel decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Who this is not for

  • Children under 6 cannot join this one.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

Magic Iceland Travel is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →

What travellers say about Magic Iceland Travel

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Operator rating 4.8/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Julian Thompson

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    What a great tour at such a reasonable price! Went on the Golden Circle 9 hour tour today with Daniel (the guide) and Pavel (the driver). We survived so Pavel's obviously a good driver 😉 but the amount of information Daniel knew (despite not being a native Icelander) was astounding and presented in a very accessible manner. We had the cruise ship terminal pickup tour but they also pickup all around Reykjavík. Highly recommended to anyone looking for excellent value for money and a really interesting tour. We'll definitely use them again when we return to Iceland.

  • Elaine Low

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    I did the Golden Circle with Surprise Tour in Reykjavik with tour guide Viktoria and driver Pawel on June 10, 2026. The tour totally exceeded my expectations. Viktoria was engaging and energetic and gave us information throughout the tour that was interesting and filled with humor. An added bonus is that she is a very good singer. Our driver Pawel was very courteous and helpful. They went out of their way to route the tour to try to minimized crowds and this was greatly appreciated by all. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.

  • L. Olsen

    ★★★★★ · 6 months ago

    ​⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Icelandic Adventure👌 ​If you’re in Reykjavik, stop scrolling and book this Golden Circle tour. Seriously 😉 ​Our guide, Thales, was an absolute legend. The man is a walking encyclopedia of Icelandic lore, but with way better jokes. He turned a scenic drive into a full-on masterclass about the land of fire and ice. ​The amazing stuff: ​Þingvellir: Walked between continents ​Geysir: Got some epic "eruption" videos ​Gullfoss: Absolutely mystical and magical ​Kerið Crater: amazing view from the top ​​The "Surprise" (The Legend of the Shark): 🦈 The itinerary mentioned a "small local surprise." Thales whipped out some fermented shark. Let’s just say it’s a... unique culinary experience that stays with you (mostly in your nose). 🤣It was the highlight of the trip and had the whole bus laughing. ​An unforgettable day with a world-class guide. 10/10 highly recommend! 🤌👌🫶

  • Miks Rieksts-Hofmanis

    ★★★★★ · 5 months ago

    We today had a fabulous Golden Circle tour! Our lovely guide Daniel made sure everyone felt comfortable. He is like a walking encyclopedia and conversations with him are fascinating. The beauty on this tour is beyond comprehension. I highly recommend it! Greetings from Latvia, Miks

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

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Boat tours — questions people ask

Where do boat tours leave from in Reykjavík?

The Old Harbour, on Ægisgarður pier, about five minutes' walk from most downtown hotels and ten from Hallgrímskirkja. Elding and Reykjavik Sailors both have ticket offices there. Whale, puffin, sea-angling and northern-lights boats all use the same area. Arrive thirty minutes before departure to check in. The Viðey ferry (/experience/1539/) leaves from the same harbour in summer and from Skarfabakki the rest of the year.

Is the Jökulsárlón boat tour worth it?

Yes, if you are already at the lagoon. A Zodiac gets you among the icebergs and close to the glacier edge in a way the shore cannot, and the combined glacier hike and Zodiac day (/experience/716547/) is the best full day in the southeast. Boats run in the warmer months only; check the tour page for dates. It is not worth a fourteen-hour day trip from Reykjavík just for the boat.

What is the difference between a Zodiac and an amphibian boat at Jökulsárlón?

A Zodiac is a fast rigid inflatable seating around ten, with a guide who can nose it near the glacier face and into iceberg fields; you wear a flotation suit and get a bit wet. The amphibian is a slow duck boat carrying larger groups on a fixed loop. The Zodiac is the better trip and the one we list. It has a minimum age and is bumpier; the tour page has details.

Will a boat tour be cancelled if it is windy?

Quite possibly. Operators cancel whale, puffin and lagoon boats when the wind or swell makes them unsafe or pointless, and Iceland is windy. The decision usually comes the evening before or early on the day, by email or text. You get a full refund or a new date. Book boat trips early in your stay rather than on your last day so a cancellation can be rebooked.

Hotels

Where to stay for this tour

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