3-Day Midnight Sun & Arctic Foxes Adventure
- Join a fantastic 3-Day trip where you can stay at the wonderful Kvíar Farmhouse under the glow of the Midnight Sun
- Hike in the unique nature of Hornstrandir nature reserve and spot the historic Arctic Foxes in their natural habitat
- Accommodation at Kvíar Farmhouse, food, boat rides, and guide included
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Overview
Join us and experience a unique opportunity to visit Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. Experience the golden glow of the Midnight Sun, learn about the ancient history of the area and see the fantastic Arctic Foxes in their natural environment.
What's included?
Boat ride to and from Hornstrandir Nature Reserve
Accommodation at Kvíar Farmhouse
Professional guide
All food
Travel to and from Ísafjörður prior to and after the trip
Food on the first day until the trip departs
Personal medical insurance
Personal equipment and clothing
What to expect?
The bright Icelandic summer nights are the precise time to regard the historical Arctic Foxes. During the daytime, they stay in and around their dens, but at night the foxes are more active and visible around the lodge.Kvíar Lodge is a historic farmhouse and is the lone house for many kilometres. Reachable only by boat, we welcome guests to spend a summer night in the historical house and enjoy the delightful surroundings of 65 years of untouched Icelandic nature.When people abandoned the area in 1948 with their livestock, arctic foxes became the only remaining land mammals.
For 65 glorious years, they have roamed the magical fjords and peaceful bays, free from human disturbance, making them rather tame and playful.Under the Midnight Sun, the young pups play peacefully outside the dens while their parents hunt in the mountains or along the beach. It's a unique opportunity to visit Hornstrandir in a relatively short time frame incorporated with an elusive experience of the Midnight Sun.Please note: we respect the Arctic Foxes and realize that summer is their breeding time. Therefore, we walk carefully, maintain our distance, and follow the guidelines and rules given by wildlife specialists.
This trip is very flexible, and we have various activities available. Hiking in the mountains surrounding the farmhouse is spectacular, with panoramic views guaranteed. We also have kayaks available, and a guided kayak tour is a great way to explore the untouched coastline of this remote area. However, if you prefer to curl up in the long grass with a great book while keeping an eye out for the foxes, we guarantee you will not be disappointed. The choice is yours!
We recommend you bring:
• Warm outdoor clothing including hiking pants and warm upper layers.(Please avoid cotton as it keeps you cold when wet and takes a very long time to dry.)
• Waterproof jacket and pants • Waterproof high-top hiking boots that provide ankle support.
• Hat and gloves
• Small backpack
• First aid kit including personal medication
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen and after-sun cream
• Binoculars are nice to have for watching wildlife (optional)
• Water bottle
• Towel and bathing suit for the sauna
• Personal items e.g. toiletries, spare clothing etc
• Don't forget your camera!
What to bring
• Waterproof jacket and pants.
• Hiking boots. Please use waterproof high-top hiking boots, which provide ankle support.
• Hat and gloves.
• Small backpack.
• Personal medical kit i.e. band aids, throat lozenges, lip salves, seasickness tablets etc. Don't forget your personal medication, which you may need (e.g. Asthma inhaler, even if you don’t always need it).
• Sun glasses.
• Sunscreen and after sun cream.
• Binoculars are nice to have for watching wildlife. (Optional).
• Water bottle.
• Towel and bathing suit for the sauna.
• Personal items e.g. toiletries, spare clothing etc
• Don't forget your camera!