Suzy A.United States
As disappointed as we all were to not do the boat excursion because of the weather, we still had a lovely time! Thor has a breadth of knowledge that’s amazing!
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Private tour in Akureyri Thordur H
Puffins and the Arctic Coastline, Troll Peninsula and Drangey Island (seasonal tour)
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10 hours
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Thordur H.
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Hi, my name is Thordur Hjalmarsson but I go by the nickname Thor. I am a tour guide, anthropologist and a wood worker living in Akureyri in north Iceland. I've been guiding all over Iceland, mostly in the north though, for the last 7 years and I have no plans to quit any time soon. I am passionate about my work and being out in the nature enjoying life in the good company of my dog, my friends and travellers that have decided to visit this beautiful island. I grew up in Akureyri but I've lived in quite a few places around Iceland and abroad and Lake Mývatn is my second home. I am knowledgeable about my surroundings, history, geology, geography and culture and I can talk just as much about sheep and old farmers as I talk about lavafields and glaciers. I've always enjoyed working with people, and being able to combine meeting new people and travel around my country is a blessing. Whether I'm cruising along the coastline or into the highlands, I'm happy to be out in the nature and on the road. ps. in one of my pictures you can see my dog, Yrja the princess and if you are a dog lover and you appreciate her company she will be happy to join us. She happens to be a big fan of the Icelandic nature, just as much as I am. - Licensed Professional driver. - Certified Wilderness First Responder - Fully licensed vehicles by the Icelandic Transport Authority. - Licensed Tour Provider by the Icelandic Tourist Board - University of Iceland, Anthropologist
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Come for an Adventurous Daytour Driving Around the Beautiful Troll Peninsula and get Up Close to the Puffins in Drangey Island
Overview of your Akureyri tour
There are no places in North Iceland better to visit if you want to get up close to the famous puffins. The Birdlife on the island is incredible and we are literary walking amongst the puffins on our short hike up on the top of the island. The view up there is breathtaking, overlooking Skagafjörður Fjord and out to the Arctic Ocean. The Toll Peninsula is scenic to say the least with it's black sand beaches and charming fishing villages. Relaxing and enjoying the amazing view in the eternity pool at Hofsós village is a welcome break after sailing to Drangay Island and having lunch at a local restaurant. This is a true experience of the north, do it with locals!
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Donna G.United States
Thor’s in-depth, personal knowledge of the area and his ability to communicate a wealth of information made this tour a highlight of our extended trip. Generations of Thor’s family have called this part of Iceland home since before the 1900’s. A keen student of Iceland’s history, culture, and development, Thor gave us a comprehensive narrative throughout the duration of the day. Thor met us at the appointed hour, took care regarding our comforts at every turn, and returned on time. Not only did Thor take us to all of the natural and built environment promised, but thoroughly explained the significance and purpose of each site. Thor answered all of our questions, displayed a delightful sense of humor, and made us feel entirely welcome. Overall, a positively memorable experience! Many thanks! Sincerely, Andrew Gregg, Donna Gregg, James O’Banion, Patricia Boles.
Scott K.United States
We had an incredible time with Thor and Yrja in the North! Thor knows those lands better than anybody as a native of both town and country. The first stop was too crowded (cruise ships in port) so he changed it up and took us somewhere entirely unplanned for the second stop—and it was incredible! We were all by ourselves at the most incredible (top secret) site and it was the highlight of our trip. Do ask him to bring Yrja (his Malamute)—she loves the lands as much as Thor and makes the day even better!
Your Akureyri tour itinerary
We leave Akureyri at 8 am and on our drive to Sauðárkrókur town we enjoy short photostops admiring the mountain range of the Troll Peninsula. From Sauðárkrókur we sail to Drangey Island, the home of the puffins where we enjoy a short hike around the island with a local guide. The Drangay tour takes about 4 hours so a lunch break at a local restaurant is welcomed when we arrive back to Sauðárkrókur Town. After our lunch break we drive to Glaumbær Turfhouse Farm Museum, where we spend an hour or so getting an insight to the farmlife as it was in the last centuries. Next we drive to a near by village called Hofsós to soak in the geothermal infinity pool for an hour or so. The drive from the pool to Hofsós takes us around the the most northern part of the Troll Peninsula as we leave Skagafjordur Fjord. Siglufjordur is the town furthest north on the peninsula and there we walk around town and have a coffee break. On our drive to Akureyri we stop at a black sand beach and a charming fishing village or two.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Ford Excursion SUV Toyota Landcruiser 200
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Trip to Drangey:
Adults: 14.900 isk.
Children 7-14 yrs: 7.900 isk.
Glaumbær Farm Museum:
Adults: 1.700 isk.
Children 0-17 yrs: free isk.
Infinity Pool in Hofsós:
Adults: 1.090 isk.
Children 6-18 yrs: 325 isk.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Strandgata, Akureyri, Akureyrarbær, 600, Iceland
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Tour categories
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Bird Watching
Tour reference number
930723
Languages
English
IcelandicActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
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This private tour in Akureyri is perfect for travellers who want to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of North Iceland, particularly those interested in seeing puffins up close. It's also ideal for those who enjoy scenic drives, short hikes, and relaxing in geothermal pools. The tour is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for families and travellers with mobility concerns.
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10 hours
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