Highlights of Hornvík: A day tour

by Borea Adventures · Sightseeing day tours · Westfjords

Fine on your own
Eco-certified
Self-guided

from €503 per person

Next departure: Sat 5 Jun

Highlights of Hornvík: A day tour — Borea Adventures

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Duration
1 day
Difficulty
Challenging
Season
All year
Starts in
Ísafjörður
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Starts at
Borea Adventures Service Center
Mávagarðsbryggja, Ísafjörður
Departs
09:00
Minimum age
16
Cancellation
Cancelling costs 30% of the price within 7 days of departure.

About this experience

Embark on an unforgettable hike through Hornstrandir, one of Iceland’s most secluded and awe-inspiring nature reserves. Discover the unspoiled beauty of this wilderness as you explore the towering Hornbjarg bird cliffs, home to countless seabirds, and soak in the breathtaking views of Hornvík Bay. Whether you’re a passionate hiker or a lover of nature, this adventure offers a chance to immerse yourself in the untouched majesty of Iceland’s wild North.

If you only have one day to spend in Hornstrandir, deciding where to go can be a challenge. With natural beauty in every direction, it’s not easy to choose. However, Hornvík Bay stands out as a top choice for many visitors—and it’s our top recommendation for anyone asking, “What’s the best place to explore in a day?”

Hornvík provides an unparalleled experience, making it a must-visit for those with limited time in this extraordinary nature reserve. After a full day of adventure, unwind on the scenic boat ride back to town, reflecting on your journey while enjoying a refreshing snack and drink.

Hornvík is more than just a destination—it’s an opportunity to reconnect with nature, relax in an untouched setting, and experience Iceland’s unparalleled beauty in a way that few ever do.

Description from the operator, Borea Adventures. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Hornvík

Included

Boat ride to and from Hornstrandir Nature Reserve
Professional guide

Not included

Travel to and from Ísafjörður prior to and after the trip
Food and snacks
Personal medical insurance
Personal equipment and clothing

Good to know

Remember that everything you bring must be carried on your back for the entire hike. Try to pack as lightly as possible while still bringing everything you need.

Warm outdoor clothing including hiking pants and warm upper layers. Please avoid cotton as it keeps you cold when wet and takes a very long time to dry.
Waterproof jacket and pants.
Hiking boots. Please use waterproof high-top hiking boots, which provide ankle support.
Hat and gloves.
Small backpack.
Personal medical kit i.e. band aids, throat lozenges, lip salves, seasickness tablets etc. Don’t forget your personal medication, which you may need (e.g. Asthma inhaler, even if you don’t always need it).
Sun glasses.
Sunscreen and after sun cream.
Binoculars are nice to have for watching wildlife. (Optional).
Water bottle.
Snacks
Don’t forget your camera.

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 30% of the price within 7 days of departure. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

Why this one and not the cheaper one?

The nearest cheaper Isafjordur Mountain View from Iceland Backcountry travel is €58 — €445 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.

	Borea Adventures · €503	Iceland Backcountry travel · €58
Changing your mind	Not stated	Free until departure
How hard it is	Challenging	Easy

On everything we can measure, the Iceland Backcountry travel tour is the better buy. The €445 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.

Who this is not for

Not for families with children under 16 — the operator will not take them, even with a parent.
Not for anyone unsure on their feet or carrying an injury — the operator rates this as physically demanding, and there is no easy version of the day.

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

Why we list it

Borea Adventures 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 Borea Adventures

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Operator rating 4.6/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

Valerie Kramer
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
We went on the Highlights of Hornvik trip in June 2026. We loved it! Hiking was challenging - don't expect level trails - rocks, mud, etc. Really felt like got to see a remote area. Guides were excellent. Very knowledgeable and shared all kinds of interesting information about plants, animals, the environment. Did a good job of managing the group. Since the company has their own boat they have some flexibility in terms of getting back in time - we were a little later but it was okay. Excellent day! Very impressed with the company. It was helpful that they provided walking poles if needed.
Hui-Jung Chuang
★★★★★ · 4 weeks ago
we are the 3 ladies who come from Taiwan and join the hiking tour in Hornstrandir national reservation park, we really enjoy the hiking, the good weather, the fresh air, the clear sky, the flowers and the colorful moss est . we are so lucky to see an arctic fox near the little house!! We especially want to thanks our tour guide ( sorry can't know how to write his name) keep our safety and help use choose easier road, and cooked the delicious meat ball. Ｗe really enjoy the hiking and thanks you all help also the boat stuff. we already introduce our friends to join your trip !!
Teresa Wong
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
Fantastic experience. We saw whales on the boat trip there. The hike was easy with little elevation. We managed to see many bird species, seals and of course the highlight the Arctic fox. The fish soup and Icelandic pancakes were delicious! Our guide was also hilarious, patient and made the whole trip a joy.
Amazing Spider-Flint
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
We did the two night Midnight Sun and Arctic Fox tour and it did not disappoint! First we were dropped off 6 km away from the house and hiked to the house. Our guide Mo, prepared our beds and cooked dinner. The next day we made short hikes up and down the coast looking for Arctic Foxes. The sky at sunset was amazing!! The third day just after breakfast a fox was spotted coming towards the house and came close. We spotted him again later from the kayak as he was laying in the grass near the shore. Everything was great and our guide had so much information on everything from the plants and fox to the history as well. Getting away from everything and unplugging was very relaxing. I can't recommend this tour enough.

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

Read before you book

Hornstrandir: day trip or multi-day hike?How to reach Iceland's most remote nature reserve, what a €492 day trip covers, and when the two- or three-day basecamp option is the better buy.

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Reviews arrive the day after each trip — none yet for this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.

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€503 per person

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Departs09:00

Ísafjörður: light 02:27–00:34, 22 h 7 min of daylight.

· Cancelling costs 30% of the price within 7 days of departure.
✓ Instant confirmation by email
✓ If Borea Adventures cancels for weather or safety: a full refund, or another date
✓ Card — Apple Pay or Google Pay where your device offers it — through Stripe; the charge is made in Icelandic krónur
✓ Price promise: Borea Adventures's own price, or we refund the difference
✓ One checkout, even with tours from several operators
✓ Vetted operator — the six checks every operator passes

Pairs well with

Add any of these to this tour and 3 % comes off both at checkout — about €18 on the cheapest pair. One basket, one payment, however many operators they come from.