This tour will take you on an unforgettable adventure through a rugged landscape steeped in myth and legend, making it ideal for pretty much everyone.
The adventure starts at around 6:15 a.m. from Lake Mývatn (Icelandair Hotel Myvatn Parking/Mývatn Activity Office). We'll skirt around the surreal Myvatn geothermal area before heading to Herðubreiðarlindir Springs. Herðubreiðarlindir is rich in luscious green vegetation and birdlife, making it an ideal place for nature lovers. Your friendly guide will tell you all about the history of the area, which was a favored sanctuary for the legendary outlaw Fjalla Eyvindur.
By then we'll be nearing Drekagil (Dragon’s Gully), which guards the entrance to Askja. It more than lives up to its reputation, replete with imposing rock formations that will make you feel like you are wandering into a dragon’s lair. Your guide will tell you all about the folk legends that surround this dramatic place and take you to the gorgeous waterfall that is hidden within its rocky interior. En route, keep your eyes peeled for dragons and the treasure that they guard.
Then we'll make the 30-minute hike to Askja Lake, which has an area of around 11 kilometers and reaches a depth of 217 meters, making it the second-deepest lake in Iceland. When we arrive there, you are sure to be enchanted, thanks to the mysterious milky-turquoise water, which makes it look a bit like an isolated version of the Blue Lagoon. We'll also visit the nearby Víti Crater where you can take a dip into Víti's warm pool. Just don't forget to take your swimming suit!
Next prepare to be amazed by Holuhraun Lava Field that was formed in a 7-month-long eruption in 2014. The eruption created a huge lava field of more than 85 sq km (33 sq mi). The still warm lava field will prove to be a big Instagram hit!
After a day spent adventuring, we'll return to Lake Myvatn via no less stunning volcanic landscapes.