Bjarnarhofn Shark Farm & Helgafell

Bjarnarhofn Shark Farm & Helgafell

3.5 hours | Grundarfjordur | G U U - 2 0 5
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Berserkergata
  • Helgafell
  • Bjarnarhofn Shark Farm
Includes snack, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Icelandic legends and culture command attention during this exciting half-day tour that begins in Berserkergata, a massive, 4,000-year-old lava field that stars in a ninth-century Viking saga in which two warriors forged Iceland's first road only to be murdered afterward. Snap photos of the path's remains and men's burial mound. During a guided tour of Bjarnarhöfn Shark Farm, learn about the traditional process of cured shark meat to make hákarl, an Icelandic delicacy dating back 400 years. Brave the taste of hákarl followed by the local schnapps, Brennivin, a.k.a. "Black Death." Visit 240-foot Helgafell, "the holy mountain," which once housed a temple dedicated to Norse god Thor and plays a role in the Laxdœlla Saga, an ancient Icelandic love story whose heroine died here. Relish the scenery in Stykkisholmur, a bustling town with magnificent terrain, fishing, fjord access and well-preserved traditional homes. Photograph this distinctive place before returning to pier.

Special Notes:

Views are weather permitting.

Guests must be over 20 years old to sample schnapps.

Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and clothing suited to the day's conditions. Bring a hat and a light waterproof jacket.

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Drive from pier to Kolgrafafjordur (photostop)

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:10
Free time at site: 10
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 10
Steps: 2
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Drive to Kolgrafafjordur to Bjarnarhofn Museum and visit with Schnapps tasting

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 00:45
Free time at site: 45
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 300
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Guided walk at Mt. Helgafell for walk and comfort stop

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:30
Time at site: 00:30
Free time at site: 30
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 800
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Scenic drive through Stykkisholmur and photo stop

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 00:25
Free time at site: 25
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 45
Travel time: 00:25
Air conditioned: No