tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post8714103784050685997..comments2024-03-25T07:02:26.074-06:00Comments on Down the Wrabbit Hole - The Travel Bucket List: The Majestic Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon of Southern IcelandUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-69520198063092596522015-07-31T14:39:24.644-06:002015-07-31T14:39:24.644-06:00I agree! Iceland remains one of my favorite places...I agree! Iceland remains one of my favorite places in the world. I would love to return as well.Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-83953975237468397902015-07-31T14:38:47.204-06:002015-07-31T14:38:47.204-06:00The hike is very short and you can make it last as...The hike is very short and you can make it last as long (or as short) as you want depending on how far you decide to go, and if you decide to hike both the upper and lower canyon. (I recommend if you want to keep it short and easy, do the upper canyon - much better views.) The canyon is not huge by any means, but I recommend you don't skip it! There isn't too much of a slope either to walk to the upper canyon, so it is fine for people of all ages to enjoy. Have a great trip! I wish I was going to Norway! Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-87243791559074780782015-07-30T06:57:47.482-06:002015-07-30T06:57:47.482-06:00Excellent article. It's a place I missed when ...Excellent article. It's a place I missed when I toured Iceland - such a marvellous country to see and I will be sure to check this place out when I go back. Safe travels.Jonny Blairhttp://dontstopliving.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-73207390955116319942015-07-28T15:06:36.068-06:002015-07-28T15:06:36.068-06:00Hi there! Roughly how long is the hike/trail? I&...Hi there! Roughly how long is the hike/trail? I'm heading to Iceland this fall with my mother and grandparents. I know this is something they would enjoy but I don't want to wear them out within the first few days of our trip (we are stopping over for 3 days before heading to Norway)! So glad I found your site -- great info and pictures :).<br />~DanielleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-69889991056150733682015-06-11T15:18:29.175-06:002015-06-11T15:18:29.175-06:00When we were at the canyon, there were several car...When we were at the canyon, there were several cars in the parking lot. The road to the canyon, as I said, doesn't necessitate a 4x4 vehicle so I guess some visitors are willing to take the risk? We happened to have a 4x4 on our trip because I'd read about a lot of waterfalls I wanted to see that DID need a 4x4 for access, so that's what we rented. But the canyon road was quite nice. I guess if you don't want a ticket or have your rental insurance questioned, you'd better get a 4x4 then! Thanks for the explanation Leanne!! :)Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-72529978095990595462015-06-10T19:07:28.713-06:002015-06-10T19:07:28.713-06:00All F roads are banned for non-4x4 vehicles and cl...All F roads are banned for non-4x4 vehicles and clearly marked by the car rental companies in vehicles not allowed to drive on them. There are official fines plus insurance wouldn't cover anything from the rental company :(Leanne Jhttp://twitter.com/minxljnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-61513635213269133102015-05-11T15:14:35.675-06:002015-05-11T15:14:35.675-06:00Perfect!! I really appreciate the suggestions and ...Perfect!! I really appreciate the suggestions and information, thanks so much!Belhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070281535004289698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-36637602087610645732015-05-10T21:13:45.915-06:002015-05-10T21:13:45.915-06:00The hike is definitely fit for kids. I was pregnan...The hike is definitely fit for kids. I was pregnant when we visited and was still able to hike the canyon easily. It is so nice there - maybe pack a wee picnic treat or lunch so the kids can sit and rest and refuel. But it isn't strenuous by any means. To get to the gorge from the parking lot is about 45 seconds of walking: it is literally right there when you park. You will love it!!Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-43283508896679012052015-05-02T09:47:57.108-06:002015-05-02T09:47:57.108-06:00We will be visting the area this summer. We will h...We will be visting the area this summer. We will have our two kids with us (8 and 5 yrs old) is the hike doable for kids? How long does it take to get to the gorge? I would love to get some shots from the upper canyon similar to yours. Thanks in advance!Belhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06070281535004289698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-45313518371019974342015-05-01T16:44:17.569-06:002015-05-01T16:44:17.569-06:00I'm not entirely sure why you couldn't go ...I'm not entirely sure why you couldn't go on the F206 road: it is mostly paved and you don't need a 4-wheel drive to access it. As much as I can remember, there is no other road to the canyon, so unless you are on the F206 you won't be able to visit. Good luck!Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-38436538150797948962015-04-29T03:23:42.755-06:002015-04-29T03:23:42.755-06:00Hello ! Great article on the canyon ! We'll be...Hello ! Great article on the canyon ! We'll be going to Iceland next week and would love to go explore the canyon.. <br /><br />But just one question, you mentioned that to get there it is an F road and we cannot go on it - would there be any other way to check out this beautiful place ?<br /><br />Thanks so much !Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-83626135375301682582015-04-17T08:46:19.204-06:002015-04-17T08:46:19.204-06:00Yes, it is pretty easy to hike the bottom of the g...Yes, it is pretty easy to hike the bottom of the gorge. The parking lot is basically adjacent to the bottom (if that hasn't changed since we've been there). There aren't any trails that we saw along the bottom, but you just hike along the pebbled shore of the river. It is beautiful - enjoy!Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-37460730324113912902015-04-11T10:47:02.209-06:002015-04-11T10:47:02.209-06:00Is it clear how to get to the bottom of the gorge ...Is it clear how to get to the bottom of the gorge to hike along there as well? You said the trails along the top were clear, but is it clear how to get down to the bottom as well? <br />Thanks so much for these tid bits! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-38553138100343929732014-07-12T12:36:53.555-06:002014-07-12T12:36:53.555-06:00The canyon is NOT along the Golden Circle, and is ...The canyon is NOT along the Golden Circle, and is quite a ways further along Ring Road 1. However, the canyon trails are easily hiked and are clearly delineated. You could definitely get some amazing wedding photos there! Where are you getting married? Just be aware the canyon is a long drive from Reykjavik...Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-54326764319609990682014-07-12T10:30:47.184-06:002014-07-12T10:30:47.184-06:00Do you think is accessible for a gal in a wedding ...Do you think is accessible for a gal in a wedding dress? I really love this canyon and want to get married there. Is it along the golden circle?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13280949719499510089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-42663610615838273232014-04-01T09:20:13.969-06:002014-04-01T09:20:13.969-06:00Yes, the road is fairly smooth and if I remember c...Yes, the road is fairly smooth and if I remember correctly, mostly paved. The canyon is right off the road and there is no off-roading required. Good luck to you! :)Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-49861360177502607932014-04-01T04:47:49.072-06:002014-04-01T04:47:49.072-06:00Can you drive those country roads to the canyon wi...Can you drive those country roads to the canyon with a 2 wheel drive vehicle?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-78440894538983303342014-03-05T17:30:30.106-07:002014-03-05T17:30:30.106-07:00You could definitely hike the canyon within a four...You could definitely hike the canyon within a four-hour time frame, but I don't know if you'd be able to do it while on a bus tour. You'd need to find someone to drive you out to the canyon (it is down a country road and is a 10-15 minute drive from Kirkjubaejarklauster). I hope you can find a way to make it out there! Maybe if you convince everyone on the bus with you to explore the canyon, and then you all sweet talk the bus driver, you can make it happen! Good luck!Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-48107140316202654652014-03-05T03:06:44.300-07:002014-03-05T03:06:44.300-07:00Dear marti,
Thank you for your post and informati...Dear marti, <br />Thank you for your post and information. I am traveling to Iceland next summer, and i really want to do this walk! Do you know if it possible to walk this route if you have a 4 hour bus-stop at kirkbaeleklaustar? We will be traveling by Bus, not by car. :)<br />Thanks very much! Greetings, Sanne <br />Thanks very much in advanceAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07019532580988521170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-56208896339074631652013-10-17T16:44:39.231-06:002013-10-17T16:44:39.231-06:00Thanks - I'm glad you liked the photos! It wa...Thanks - I'm glad you liked the photos! It was hard to take a bad one there, that's for sure! I have noticed Iceland is becoming a more popular destination, but it's easy to see why. I highly recommend you go if you have the chance. Wrabbit007https://www.blogger.com/profile/09877871484688849785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24116487878219171.post-72933655212395520172013-10-17T12:32:20.660-06:002013-10-17T12:32:20.660-06:00I keep reading about Iceland lately. I never real...I keep reading about Iceland lately. I never realized how beautiful the landscape is. The canyon pics (I'm not even going to try and spell the name of the canyon!) are gorgeous. I would love to hike there.Tyhttp://ikreviews.comnoreply@blogger.com