Breiðamerkursandur - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 1 - September 30
Jökulsárlón
Blue Gold
The benches on the bank of the lagoon, main parking lot at Jökulsárlón
Daily at 11:00
Duration: 1 hour
During a walk along the shore of the lagoon we examine the effect of glacier retreat on the landscape. The interaction between people and nature is explored and how Jökulsárlón has gone from being one of the least-visited places in the country to one of the most popular tourist destinations in Iceland.
Ranger program from June 15 - August 15
Fjallsárlón
About a mountain
Western beach on the walking trail at Fjallsárlón
Daily at 3:00 PM
Duration: 45 minutes
We follow the path around Fjallsárlón and discuss the coexistence of man and nature in the area, as well as how water, glaciers and volcanic eruptions have shaped the landscape of Breiðamerkursandur. What was this remote area of Iceland like centuries ago? Who were the Kvísker brothers and what are they known for?
Events
July 31 - World Ranger Day at 11:00 am
September 16 – Day of Icelandic Nature at 11:00 am
October 11 – Reindeer Day at 11:00 AM
November 16 - Icelandic Language Day
Advent weekends in December
(5th & 6th, 12th og 13th, 19th og 20th)
Coffee and information by the fireplace at Jökulsárlón from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Skaftafell - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 15 - August 15
Melting glaciers
Skaftafellsstofa Visitor Centre
Daily at 10:30 AM
Duration: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Walk towards Skaftafellsjökull and the impact of glaciers on the landscape is discussed as well as what ipact we have on the glaciers.
Living among our glaciers
Skaftafellsstofa Visitor Centre
Daily at 2:00 PM
Duration: 1 ½ - 2 hours
Culture, history and the interaction of man and nature reflected in a walk through cultural monuments in Skaftafell.
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Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 15 - August 15
The secrets of the rootless cones
Skaftárstofa Visitor Centre
Monday to Friday at 13:00 AM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk into the Landbrotshólar (Landbrot Hills), where the diversity of nature and the potential uses of the craters are examined.
Fjaðrárgljúfur
Tuff, moss and man
Fjarðárgljúfur parking lot
Daily at 11:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Explore the surroundings of Fjaðrárgljúfur.
Eldgjá, Hrauneyjar, Lakagígar & Nýidalur - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 15 - August 15
Eldgjá
The formation of Iceland
Eldgjá parking lot
Daily at 11:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk along the bottom of the gorge towards Ófærufoss.
Laki
Beauty and catastrophe - impact of Skaftáreldar
Laki parking lot
Daily at 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk to the top of Laki mountain and the impact and history of Skaftáreldar discussed.
Nýidalur
Wilderness
By the FÍ hut in Nýidalur
Daily at 9:30 AM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk around the area where the wilderness will be discussed from different perspectives.
Dyrhólaey & Skógafoss
Ranger program valid from June 15 - August 15
Dyrhóley
Ranger on site
Lighthouse on Háey
Wednesdays and Fridays at 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM
A ranger offers visitors a brief educational talk about the area, including geology, birdlife, maritime activity in the region and nature conservation.
Skógafoss
Viewpoint at the top of Skógafoss
Saturdays at 13:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
The walk will begin at the view point by Skógafoss and continue upstream along the Skógá River, passing Hestavaðsfoss and continuing up to Fosstorfufoss. Visitors will be informed about the area, including the Eyjafjallajökull eruption and its impact on the local community, the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail, and local folklore such as trolls said to dwell in the canyon near Fosstorfufoss, among other things.
Events
13th of September at 11:00 AM
Autumn hike on Skógaheiði
16 km hike along Skógá until the edge of the protected area. This hike is a part of Fimmvörðuháls hike, from Skógar to Þórsmörk. We will hike 8 km along the river and the same way back. This is a hike to enjoy many waterfalls on the way and the beautiful autumn colors.
Fjallabak Nature Reserve
Ranger program valid from 1st of July - 15th of August
The mountains are calling
Landmannalaugar huts
Daily expect Monday and Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Walk through Laugarhraun lava field to the geothermal area at the foot of Brennisteinsalda. The geological history of area, fragile plants and the coexistence of man and nature.
Þjórsárdalur
Ranger program valid from 15th of July - 15th of August
Gems of Þjórsárdalur
Stöng parking lot
Daily at 2:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
The hike starts at Stöng, crosses over to Gjáin and Gjáarfoss, then returns and continues up along the eastern side of Gjáin before descending back to Stöng.
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Kerlingarfjöll
Duration from June 1 - August 30
Ranger on site
Highland Base Camp
Fom 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Ranger offers visitors a brief overview of the area. Information on hikes, weather and nature.
Gullfoss & Geysir
Duration from 15th of June - 15th of August
Ranger on site
Duration: 15th of June - 15th of August
Geysir Café
From 12:00 PM until 15:00 PM
Information on hike, weather and road condition and other things of interest.
Vesturland
Duration from June 1 - August 20
Grábrók
Ranger on site
All Tuesdays
Timing: from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Starting point: Hraunfossar parking lot
A ranger offers visitors a brief overview of the area.
Hraunfossar og Barnafossar
Ranger on site
All Wednesdays
Timing: from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Starting point: Hraunfossar parking lot
A ranger offers visitors a brief overview of the area.
Snæfellsjökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 15th - September 16th
Thursday-walk
Starting point rotates. See events
All thursdays at 2:00 PM
Malarrif
Malarrif Visitor Centre
Every day at 1:00 PM
Join a ranger on a walk to Lóndrangar.
Events
June 25 - Birds in Focus - Exploring Birdlife at Svalþúfa with a Park Ranger.
June 28 - Birthday of the Snæfellsjökull National Park. Celebration at Malarrif.
July 2 - Journey to Snæfellsjökull – A Guided Walk with a Park Ranger.
July 16 - Geology Underfoot – Guided Hike at Öndverðarnes.
July 23 - Hike through Eyrar and Lambhagatjarnir with a Park Ranger. Traces of Life – Nature and Settlement Walk.
July 30 - Hike from Arnarstapi to Hellna.
July 31 - World Ranger Day.
August 6 - Life and Remains Exploring Gufuskálar’s Heritage.
August 13 - Valleys and Views - Guided Hike up Hreggnasi.
August 20 - Stories and Nature – A Guided Longer Walk at Búðir.
September 16 - Rauðhóll Autumn Colours Walk – Icelandic Nature Day.
Southern Westfjords
Ranger program valid from June 14 - August 10
An exhibition about Surtarbrandsgil at the old parsonage in Brjánslækur is open daily from June 15th to August 17th from 11:30 AM until 6:00 PM.
Ranger walks are offered in the gorge every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 PM.
Brjánslækur
The Story Nature Writes
At 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Ranger walk to Surtabrandsgil. The walks will be every Tuesdays, Wednsday, Saturday and Sunday.
Hornstrandir
Hornstrandarstofa
Opið mánudaga til laugardaga frá kl. 8:00 - 15:30 (1. júní til 31. ágúst)
Höfn
Alla daga kl. 9:00
Landverðir innan friðlands eru ávallt reiðubúnir í tækifæristúlkun á svæðinu. Fræðslumolar í boði á tjaldsvæðinu í Höfn kl. 9 marga morgna.
Mývatnssveit
Ranger program valid from June 10 - August 20
Dimmuborgir
Landscape and Folktales
Dimmuborgir entrance
Daily at 10:00 AM
Duration 1 hour
Discover the wonders of Dimmuborgir. Our park rangers will lead you through the stunning lava formations, revealing the geological wonders and captivating tales of folklore.
Skútustaðagígar
Cohabiting with Nature
Gígur Visitor Centre
Daily at 2:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Join us as we embark on a journey through Skútustaðagígar, learning about the how nature shapes communities and vice versa.
Family Program at Gígur
Gígur Visitors Centre
Daily at 3:00 PM
Duration: 30 minutes
Meet at the visitors centre where we explore the big and small things in nature together.
Kálfaströnd
Lava, Lake and Life
Kálfaströnd parking lot
Daily at 5:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Immerse yourself in an afternoon of discovery. Explore Kálfaströnd as our park rangers share their knowledge and passion for Mývatn's unique ecosystem.
Events
June 20
Bird watching in Svarfaðardalur
Olís Dalvík
Time: 1:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours
Join a birdwatching with a ranger. We walk to Hrísatjörn and learn about the birds we see.
June 21
Day of the Wild Flowers
Birtingartjörn
The focus of all regular interpretive walks today will be on the plants along our way
July 31
World Ranger Day
All interpretive walks today will honour the worlds rangers.
Pride Walk
August 8
Pride Walk - Diversity Walk
Höfði parking lot
Time: 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk with a ranger through Höfði celebrating diversity in all its forms.
September 16
Day of Icelandic Nature
Announced later
Time: 4:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours
A walk with a ranger in the Mývatn area in honour of Icelandic nature. Location to be announced.
Jökulsárgljúfur - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from June 15th - August 15th
Ásbyrgi
The Key to the Canyons
Gljúfrastofa, visitor centre
Daily in July between 2 PM and 3 PM
A ranger welcomes visitors and introduces them to the wonders of Jökulsárgljúfur.
Evening stroll
Campsite service house, unless otherwise advertised
Daily at 8 PM
Duration: Around 1 hour
An evening stroll with a ranger around the surroundings of Ásbyrgi where the focus is, for example, on the geology, flora and fauna of the area.
Vesturdalur
Stroll around Hljóðaklettar
Parking lot by Hljóðaklettar
Daily in July at 2 PM
Duration: Around 1 ½ hours
A walk with a ranger around Hljóðaklettar, examining the landforms, interesting geological formations, weathered pillars, and caves.
Events
July 23 - Svínadalswalk at 13:00
Askja, Holuhraun & Herðubreiðarlindir - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger program valid from July 15 - August 15
Askja
Silence & forces of nature
Askja, Vikraborgir parking lot
Daily at 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 - 1 ½ hours
A walk to Víti (2,4 km) where we explore the geology of Askja and Dyngjufjöll, the mystery and surrounding forces - and the fateful visits of men.
Holuhraun
Land in the making
Holuhraun - Ranger hut in Drekagil
Daily at 9:30 AM
Duration: 45 min + 40 min drive
Standing on the very recent lava from 2014-2015, you see central volcanoes and active volcanoes all around. The lava brings a number of scientists with interesting researches every year, and living next to Bárðarbunga demands alertness. Guests follow rangers in their own car from the ranger hut.
Herðubreiðarlindir
An oasis in the highlands
Herðubreiðarlindir, Þorsteinsskáli hut
Daily at 9:00 AM
Duration: 45 min
Herðubreiðarlindir is an oasis amid the black lava fields of Ódáðahraun. We walk through these lush springs, where it is believed that Fjalla-Eyvindur took refuge, and explore the small things in nature as well as the forces that created the lava, the springs and the queen of Icelandic mountains: Herðubreið.
Events
July 10 - Knebel Memorial Walk
At 1 PM, 1–1½ hours, meeting point: Vikraborgir.
The Knebel Walk is held annually in memory of the German scientists Knebel and Rudloff, who disappeared while conducting geological research at Lake Askja on this day in 1907. During the walk, the story of Ina von Grumbkow, Knebel’s fiancée, is also told - she travelled to lake Askja in 1908 to search for her beloved.
July 31 - World Ranger Day
Rangers invite guests for coffee and conversation at the rangers' hut in Drekagil from 3–5 PM. A short walk with a ranger to the strýta formation near Drekagil starts at 6 PM (30 min). We explore the geological history and majestic mountains of the region.
July 31 - Astronaut Walk
At 8 PM, 2-3 hours, Drekagil.
An evening walk through (astro)Nautagil, an area often compared to the Moon’s surface. The history of astronaut visits is revisited, and the area’s connection to outer space explored.
Snæfellsstofa Visitor Centre & Hengifoss - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger Program valid from June 15 - August 15
Hengifoss
Geology and history of Hengifoss
Hengifoss parking lot
Every weekday at 10:00 AM
Duration: 1 hour
A walk to Litlanesfoss emphasizing the geology and history of the area. Litlanesfoss is surrounded by basalt columns, while higher up in the gorge sits Hengifoss, one of the highest waterfalls in Iceland.
Hálslón
Ranger on site
Hálslón - Kárahnjúkar
Thursdays and Saturdays from
12:00 PM until 4:00 PM (June 15th to August 31st)
Ranger gives information to visitors.
East of Iceland
June 24 - 50th anniversary of conservation
Helgustaðareyri below Helgustaðanáma
At 5:30 PM
Duration: 1 ½ hours
We will walk out to the cliffs and then up to the mine. From there, the walk continuous back to Helgustaðareyri. Bring a flashlight and a helmet, although some helmets will be available on site.
At 7:00 PM
Live music, a bonfire, and light refreshments.
July 31 -World Ranger Day
Coexistence of man and nature
Helgustaðanáma
At 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 ½ hours
Family walk around Helgustaðanáma. The effect of silica rock on scientific progress will be disucced.
July 24 & August 15 - Diversity of the Nature
Hólmaháls parking lot
At 1:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours
A walk around the cliffs in Hólmanes, exploring the diversity of nature.
Snæfell, Kverkfjöll & Hvannalindir - Vatnajökull National Park
Ranger Program valid from July 15th - August 15th
Snæfell
An evening with a ranger
Snæfellsskáli hut
Daily at 8:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Rangers invite visitors for a chat about the diverse nature and history of highlands around Snæfell. The event takes place in the vicinity of Snæfellsskáli hut. If conditions allow, the fireplace is lit, and folklore related to the area is recounted — a true storyteller's fire
Kverkfjöll
Fire and ice
Parking lot next to Kverkjökull
Daily at 10:00 AM
Duration: 50 min
A walk by Kverkjökull glacier margin, where the river Volga has created an ice cave as it flows under the glacier. The interplay between the Kverkfjöll volcano and the surrounding glacier is examined. Few places show the interplay between fire and ice as vividly. There is a 10 min drive from Sigurðarskáli hut to the parking lot.
Hvannalindir
Desert oasis
Parking lot next to Kreppuhryggur
Daily at 1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Visitors learn about the struggle for survival in this remote place and the ruins of 18th-century outlaws.