Project Description
Waterfalls, Hot Springs & Sagas
Borgarfjörður plays a central role in the Icelandic sagas, and its magic awaits your exclusive adventure! Discover the enchanting region of Borgarfjörður in West Iceland on a captivating private day tour with Moonwalker. This area is a treasure trove of natural wonders, rich history, and unique Icelandic culture, offering a perfect blend of stunning landscapes and fascinating tales, easily accessible from Reykjavik in a capable Land Rover Defender.
Your Private Adventure Vehicle: The Land Rover Defender
On this Borgarfjörður Private Adventure, your exclusive transport is a classic Moonwalker Land Rover Defender. Renowned for its character and capability, the Defender is the perfect vehicle to navigate West Iceland’s varied landscapes – from scenic coastal roads to country tracks leading to hidden gems. It adds an authentic, adventurous feel to your private journey, connecting you with the spirit of Icelandic exploration.
Journey Through Scenic West Iceland with Expert Guides
Your adventure begins as we drive north from the capital in your private Defender, potentially passing through or enjoying views of the scenic Hvalfjörður (Whale Fjord) area. Your certified Moonwalker guide (many with Search and Rescue (SAR) backgrounds and WFR certification) is an expert in this region, passionate about sharing its stories and natural wonders safely.
Our first stop is the powerful Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring. Feel the incredible heat emanating from the earth and witness the vast clouds of steam – a potent display of Iceland’s geothermal energy.
Waterfalls Born from Lava: Hraunfossar & Barnafossar
Next, prepare to be mesmerized by the unique beauty of Hraunfossar waterfalls. Unlike typical waterfalls, Hraunfossar consists of countless small rivulets flowing directly from beneath a vast lava field – a stunning, delicate tapestry of water emerging from the rock. Adjacent is Barnafossar (Children’s Waterfall), a powerful cascade rushing through a gorge, steeped in intriguing legends your guide will share.
Meet the Icelandic Horse
Immerse yourself in authentic Icelandic culture with a visit to a charming local horse farm. Get up close and personal with Iceland’s beloved Icelandic horses. Learn about their history and unique gaits, enjoying a wonderful opportunity to interact with these friendly animals.
Optional Adventures: Horseback Riding or Lava Caving
Enhance your private adventure with exciting optional add-on activities (subject to availability and extra cost) in the Borgarfjörður area:
- Horseback Riding Tour: Experience the Icelandic landscape from horseback (Must be booked in advance).
- Viðgelmir Lava Cave Exploration: Venture underground into this extraordinary lava tube cave, one of Iceland’s longest and most impressive (Must be booked in advance).
As we explore this region in your private Defender, you may also catch distant views over the vast Icelandic highlands and glaciated peaks.
Experience Borgarfjörður with Moonwalker: Private Adventure by Defender
Choosing Moonwalker for your private Borgarfjörður adventure means exploring this treasure trove of nature, history, and culture with the exclusive attention of a certified expert guide in a characterful Land Rover Defender. We are a highly-rated family business, consistently earning the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award every year since 2016, known for superior service, safety, and personal adventures that uncover hidden gems.
Tour Highlights:
- Private Day Tour (Exclusive to your group).
- Travel in a Moonwalker Land Rover Defender.
- Guided by certified Moonwalker expert guides (with SAR & WFR).
- Witness Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring.
- Marvel at Hraunfossar waterfalls flowing from lava.
- See Barnafossar waterfall and hear its legend.
- Enjoy a meetup with Icelandic horses.
- Potentially catch views over the distant Icelandic highlands.
- Optional add-ons: Horseback Riding Tour or Viðgelmir Lava Cave Exploration.
- Experience West Iceland’s sagas and nature.
Essential Information:
- Duration: Approximately 9 hours (+/- 1 hour).
- Type: Private Tour (Exclusively for your booked group).
- Pick-up: From your accommodation in the Capital Area starting at approximately 8:30 AM.
- Minimum Age: Generally suitable for all ages. Consult for specifics on optional activities.
- Fitness Level: Easy. Involves leisurely walks on mostly well-maintained paths. Lava cave add-on involves walking on uneven surfaces underground. Ability to step in/out of vehicle.
- Vehicle: Travel in a Moonwalker Land Rover Defender for your private journey.
- Seasonality: Generally available year-round, though conditions can vary. Optional activities may have specific seasonality.
- Inclusions: Expert Guide (Private guidance by a certified Moonwalker expert guide), Transportation (All ground transportation in a Moonwalker Land Rover Defender), Visit to main listed highlights.
- What’s NOT Included: Lunch, Snacks, Drinks, Optional add-on activities (Horseback Riding, Lava Caving).
- What to Bring: Waterproof & windproof jacket and pants, Warm layers, Sturdy hiking shoes, Warm hat and gloves, Snacks, Camera, Reusable water bottle, For Horse Riding add-on: Comfortable pants, For Lava Cave add-on: Layered clothing (cave temperature is constant). Your sense of adventure!
Ready for a private Land Rover Defender adventure exploring Borgarfjörður’s mythical landscapes and wonders? Book your Moonwalker tour today!
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Perfect private toer
We booked, got a confirmation and our driver showed up in time.
Our private tour was after some detailed discussion and advice adjusted was to our particular wishes.
Perfect driver, great companion and fantastic tour.
Thank you so much.
Best regards,
Nanning
Unforgettable experience!
100% recommend. Bessi is such a caring guy with a fun and highly contagious spirit! He made our trip to Iceland unforgettable.
Pick up and drop off was directly outside our hotel.
Plenty of stops along the way if needed for toilets, food, fresh air, you name it.
We were on the Golden Circle tour and happened to be the only passengers that day. After experiencing the one on one, I would totally recommend a private tour because Bessi made some spontaneous, unplanned stops along the way based on our interests.
I was hesitant to take the tour because I get motion sickness easily, but Bessi made me feel at ease and offered to stop whenever needed. Truly a thoughtful guy.
He even stopped by the next day to deliver the thermal that I forgot in the truck!Thanks Bessi & if we find ourselves back in Iceland some day, I hope you’re still offering these fantastic tours 🙂
Bessi is the Best
We had an absolutely fabulous time with Bessi. We did three full day tours. He was funny, informative, courteous and flexible. He adjusted the itinerary, as he got to know us and appreciate our interests. His canine companion, Gammy, was a real sweetheart. We would not hesitate to recommend Bessi. We look forward to our return to Iceland (in winter next time), and spending more time with this wonderful man, his dog, and his beloved landrover. Thank you Bessi for making our time in Iceland a real blast. R & A
Do it. It’s such a huge day.
Bessi took my wife and I on an incredible full day private tour. It started with a pick-up, right on time, at our hotel early in the morning. We hit a bunch of great spots, avoided crowds, went well off of any beaten path, and traveled up a glacier far away from any of the big tour groups. His enthusiasm for his Land Rover Super Defender, for Iceland, for exploring, and for delighting guests is contagious – you’ll have a fantastic time with him, just like we did. Get him telling a few stories – he’s quite the entertainer and hilarious.
Killer Tour and Rockstar guide
Don’t let the nice boy look fool you! Bessi is the man!
You’re picked up at your hotel and the best tour has begun. A great comfortable vehicle that goes anywhere.
Bessi doesn’t like bridges, so hold on tight.
Can’t say enough, but if you’re able to get a reservation with Moonwalker, take it!
Excellent Tour and Great Host
Bessi was an amazing tour guide. I would recommend this tours so much. It was fun going where other tours can’t take you and Bessi was a great and experienced driver with a lot of knowledge if his country and the places he took us. In the end, it felt like another friend and we had so much fun. He even helped me organize a surprise for my husband bday and brought us the most delicious cupcakes. Bessi thank you again for the great experience and is something we all are never going to forget!!
