Árstíð: Spring
Skiing and Heliskiing
Skagafjörður is not only charming in the summer months; the winter is a time of endless adventure and fun. The ski area on the mountain Tindastóll towering above the town of Sauðárkrókur is suitable for the whole family, with slopes for both beginners as well as the more experienced. It also has a cross country …
River Rafting
River rafting in the glacial rivers in Skagafjörður is increasing in popularity with every year, the trips are not only exhilarating but also fun, excitement and travel rolled into one, to be enjoyed in unique natural surroundings. Two companies provide river rafting opportunities in Skagafjordur, highly experienced teams will ensure a safe journey …
Paintball
Paintball is an enjoyable outdoor activity which really gets the blood pumping. This exhilarating fun is equally suited to small and large groups of enthusiastic people, no matter what their age.
Kayaking
Skagafjörður offers many opportunities for kayaking, both on rivers and on the ocean. Kayaking offers great fun for the whole family, a great chance to experience an amazing outdoor experience together while also having a great view over the amazing landscape that Skagafjörður has to offer both by the sea and on the rivers.
Golf
Hlíðarendi Golf Course is located just above Sauðárkrókur and is the longest 9 hole golf course in the country, situated in idyllic country surroundings. With plenty of traps this course is a fun challenge for all golfers.
Geothermal pools
Iceland is famous for its many geothermal Hot Springs and overflow of natural hot water, and of course Skagafjörður is host to some of this geothermal Hot Springs. We are proud to have several beautiful natural Hot Springs here in Skagafjörður, all at beautiful places. So if you want to enjoy a bath in a …
Hiking
Skagafjörður has many varied and beautiful walking trails, be it for short hikes and light outdoor activities or longer more challenging treks for the more experienced hikers. It is riveting to see Skagafjörður take on a completely new image when viewed from one of the surrounding mountains. Some trails in the mountains are pegged and …
Horseback Riding
Not surprisingly the Icelandic horse has admirers in all regions of the world. Unlike other breeds the Icelandic horse has remained pure due to its isolation and has as such kept a variety of features that keep it unique and gained it worldwide praise. Skagafjordur is one of the best known destinations for riders in …
Local Handcraft
In Skagafjörður you can find a big variety of handmade crafts, from the well know and famous icelandic ‘Lopapeysa’ (knitted wool sweaters, made from icelandic sheep wool), various items made out of sheep/ram/cow horn, one of the few tanneries world wide to produce fish leather and much much more handcrafts.