We had another fantastic season in 2022, with crazy ice conditions and some absoultely stunning days on the glacier! Thanks to all of our wonderful customers that came to join us up there this year!
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Snæfellsjökull Glacier
We are experiencing lots of snowfall at the moment and despite the very difficult travel conditions, we are happy that the mighty Snæfellsjökull gets some much needed snow on the glacier! Excited for summer times
Go West Iceland Ecotours - Hiking adventures, Glacier hikes, Photography tours. Snaefellsnes, Snaefellsjokull National Park.
Did you know that Go West offers wildlife tours? Our guides are experienced biologist and wildlife photographers. They can take you to some spectacular spots off the beaten track where you can have really intimate moments with the local fauna. We can do a day trip, or a multi-day adventure visiting different places. With our local knowledge, we will make sure that you have the best possible experience!
And for a limited time, Go West is offering a 10% discount on all the hikes and glacier tours on Snæfellsjökull. A great oportunity to explore this glacial gem!
Today is the Icelandic first day of Summer, also know as Sumardagurinn fyrsti. This day, celebrated every year on the first Thursday after the 18th of April, traditionally marks the start of the Summer season. It dates from the 9th century, when Iceland used the old Norse calendar that had only two seasons: Winter, and Summer. The first day of Summer was celebrated after the long winter to welcome the longer and warmer days ahead.
Nowadays, it's a national holiday, celebrated with parades and other activities and children usually receive a summer gift.
We are very excited for the upcoming season and we look forward to plety of hikes and adventures on Snæfellsjökull glacier and other corners of Iceland!
The days are getting longer here in Iceland and we are most excited for the upcoming season!
We can't wait to take you on our glacier hikes on Snæfellsjökull Glacier or to show you the geology gems that the Snæfellsnes peninsula has to offer.
On the picture you can see Lóndrangar, the seastacks that that sit on the shore just beneath the glacier. A must-see when traveling around the peninsula!
April is a beautiful time to hike in Snæfellsjökull. Why not challenge yourself and use this coming Easter time to experience one of the most picturesque glaciers in Iceland?
All our tours have currently a 10% discount, and we would like to remind you that Go West operates only small groups. We understand that the current global situation and that's why we manage bookings with total flexibility, allowing you to re-schedule or cancel your booking with a full refund if you are not able to travel.
Go West has been awarded with the Clean and Safe certification, given by the Icelandic Tourism Board to the companies that comply with the necessary health measures to prevent Covid-19 infection.
Maybe you have already had the pleasure of driving along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and enjoyed the majestic view of Snæfellsjökull glacier. But have you seen it from the air? Our guide George took this beautiful photo on a winter day, when the sun is low and the light is golden. We love seeing all the textures of the lava flows and rock formations, how incredible does it look?
The days are getting longer and it really feels like spring is around the corner here in Snæfellsnes. Our team is really looking forward to this new season's adventures and we have started planning the biggest event of the year: the Summer solstice! We will be hiking to the summit of Snæfellsjökull on the evenings of 18th, 19th, and 20th of June. Don't miss this chance of experiencing this amazing glacier during this special evening!
Last week we experienced some incredible northern lights in Iceland! Our team went out to hunt for the Aurora borealis on some of the most picturesque locations along the peninsula. Luckily, the skies were clear, so all we needed was a bit of patience and a nice cup of hot chocolate. The lights started to dance after not too long and they turned brighter and brighter, moving and changing colours! Our favourite part was when it topped the summit of Snæfellsjökull, making the view even more stunning. What a magical night!
We are very excited about guiding bird watching tours around Snæfellsjökull National Parks this summer. Many of the bird species are already here, like the incredible European shag shown in the photo.
Did you know that we actually offer northern ligths tours in Snæfellsjökull national Park?
There is often sun at the glacier summit, even during winter!
Our Guide Sara enjoying the views and wildlife
Snæfellsjökull nature tours, Iceland.
Northern lights over Arnarstapi and Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Dreaming of Sunny Days
We love, even in our free time to try out new hiking routes and revisit old ones. Winter time can be especially rewarding as there is only a small window of light and the icy conditions, although a little difficult, are stunningly beautiful. here are a few photos from todays hike and this hike is available on our website as the tour SECRETS UNDER THE LAVA - GEOLOGY AND WILDLIFE HIKE
Join us this hike in the future in Snæfellsnes or another one of our fantastic mountain / glacier hikes on and around Snæfellsjökull Glacier.
Winter days at Snæfellsjökull
Summer Solstice On Snæfellsjökull - Sólstöðuganga Á Snæfellsjökull