REYKJAVÍK - ÖXNADALSHEIÐI - EYJAFJÖRÐUR

Early pick up from accommodation at 8:00.

We arrive west of the Eyjafjörður fjord, in the early afternoon.

Skin up before skiing down the 600 m (1300 ft) of elevation gained. The base camp on this tour is a country guesthouse.

Skiing: 3 hrs

Ascent/Descent: 570 m (1900 ft)

Day 2

ÓLAFSFJÖRÐUR - DALVÍK - EYJAFJÖRÐUR

A gentle climb up the Gvendarskál valley is rewarded with views of the blue sea of the Eyjafjörður fjord and the North Atlantic Ocean.

From here there are various possibilities of descents: We can ski down some excellent slopes that go straight down to the valley before climbing up again and choosing a different descent.

In good snow conditions it is possible to ski down a steep open slope facing Eyjafjörður with the ocean directly below your skis! After a good day of skiing we can relax in hot tubs at a swimming pool in Dalvík village.

Skiing: 5 - 7 hrs

Ascent/Descent: 900 - 1200 m (2900 - 3900 ft)

Day 3

EYJAFJÖRÐUR - KALDBAKUR - GRENIVÍK - AKUREYRI

The name Kaldbakur means “Cold back” and it's one of Iceland’s longest descents.

A magnificent view of nearby mountains, the fjord and into the Icelandic highlands will greet us from up on the peak.

Experience local culture and history with a visit to the tuff farm at Laufás and the town of Akureyri, where it is possible to go for a relaxing bath at the Jacuzzis of the town’s swimming pool.

Skiing: 6 - 7 hrs

Ascent/Descent: 1100 m (3500 ft)

Day 4

DALVÍK - EYJAFJÖRÐUR

The peaks over the village of Dalvík offer several good ski routes, including one that brings us to the summit of Sauðaneshnjúkar (992 m/3250 ft).

The climb is easy, and from there we get a long descent down a great couloir back down to the valley. We can also take a detour to Jökulbakstindur further in the valley for a choice of different and possibly steep descents.

On the way back we will visit a nearby microbrewery for a taste of traditionally brewed beer.

Skiing: 6 - 8 hrs

Ascent/Descent: 1000 - 1500 m (3280 - 4920 ft)

Day 5

EYJAFJÖRÐUR - HÉÐINSFJÖRÐUR - SIGLUFJÖRÐUR

We move further north - only recently accessible with the opening of a new tunnel, the uninhabited fjord Héðinsfjörður and mountain Vatnsendahnjúkur. Climb Möðruvallaskál for a rather steep descent that offers an impressive view over the fjord and the ocean.

Head back to the guesthouse for a nice dip in the hot tub.

Skiing: 5 - 6 hrs

Ascent/Descent: 850 m (2780 ft)

Day 6

SIGLUFJÖRÐUR - REYKJAVÍK

Head to the Siglufjörður ski area and use their lifts to cut off some time for our final ascent.

Our target is Illviðrishnjúkur (Bad Weather Peak) sitting to the west of the fjord Siglufjörður, with a steep descent that will take us right back to your vehicle.

Return to Reykjavík in the late afternoon.

Skiing: 3 - 4 hrs

Ascent: 250 m (820 ft)

Descent: 700 m (2300 ft)

Please note

The day to day activities are subject to change according to weather and snow condition and will not necessary be in the described order.

There are abundant possibilities for skiing in the area. For example we might do some classic routes like Hesturinn (the Horse), Hestaskarðshnjúkar or Fýlaskarðshnjúkar, or we might try our skills at some known steep descents like Rimar or Finninn (the Finn).

Icelandic Mountain Guides