Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Making our way through the rural countryside of East Iceland, we’ll travel along the picturesque Jökuldalur valley to our first stop, the Rjúkandi waterfall, where a short, accessible path leads to the falls—a perfect introduction to Iceland’s natural beauty.
From there, we continue to Stuðlagil Canyon, home to one of the largest and most breathtaking basalt column formations in the country. This photogenic canyon is especially captivating in early summer, when the Jökulsá river runs a striking turquoise, shifting to a silvery-grey by August as the Hálslón reservoir at Kárahnjúkar releases overflow water.
Optional add-ons include visits to Vök Baths or The Reindeer Park.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Rjukandi Waterfall
We will start the tour by driving to Rjúkandi waterfall in Jökuldalur, where there is a short and accessible walk up to the waterfall. From there we will go to Stuðlagil, on the east side of Jökulsá.
Studlagil canyon
Stuðlagil is one of the largest and most beautiful rock formations in the country and has extremely photogenic scenery. Especially when the water in the river is clear but at the beginning of August the river changes from turquoise to greyish, when there is an overflow at Hálslón by Kárahnjúkar. Just over half an hour easy walk to the gorge where we will take time to enjoy the nature and snacks. The total time at Stuðlagil is about 2-3 hours.
Options
Studlagil - Private 5-8pax
Pickup included
Studlagil - Private 1-4 pax
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
English Speaking Guide
Snacks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful
Yuri K,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very nice trip the guide was excellent, very helpful and informative. She also is a very nice person
None better than Tanni
billp209,Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you Diana our guide and Sven our driver for an amazing experience exploring Studlagil Canyon! The 2 of you made the adventure so amazing accompanying us through all the unbelievable viewpoints and walking paths through this wonderous highlight in Iceland. They took care of a few of us not able to make some of the more difficult path sections if any worries on that. An experience and tour operator I would highly recommend without hesitation if you want the full impact of this newly discovered canyon, seldom seen by many people in the world having become visible in 2009 and discovered in 2016. The EAST side hike is the BEST and only way to see this place in its full glory and Spring into early summer the water is blue. Sveinn was very helpful on email conversations helping me set this tour up in advance and answering all questions. We were a Private tour for small group of 7 in a great sprinter van coming off Viking ship in Seydisfyordur. Thanks so much Diana and Tanni Travel!
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