The 15 Best Westfjords Tours in Iceland

1.From Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Day Trip by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,484 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82Our pick

From Isafjordur’s cruise dock, ride a comfortable bus through mountain tunnels and coastal scenery to Dynjandi. Guides such as Camilla, Sally, and Annalise add local stories during the drive, while 90 minutes at the falls gives you time to walk, take photos, and see six cascades.

“I really liked the history the tour guide gave us. Traveling one way to the falls and returning along a different route gave us additional scenery. Also we had a surprise bonus stopping at the Godafos Hotel for Coffee/tea and pastry!”

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2.Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Tour and Icelandic Farm Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,245 reviews · 3.5 - 4 hours · from $154

Ride from Ísafjörður through fjord roads and mountain tunnels to Dynjandi, then visit Gemlufell farm for sheep, horses, coffee, and hjónabandssæla cake. Guides such as Tom, Rachel, Thor, and Petra add local stories, humor, and practical advice.

“Great tour and fantastic tour guide. Tom, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and had a wonderful sense of humor. The falls were beautiful. The visit to the farm was interesting. We were very impressed by the young man who gave part of the presentation.”

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3.Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 600 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $81

Ride from Ísafjörður to Dynjandi with an English-speaking guide such as Rachel, Alan, or Ulfar. Expect dramatic fjord scenery, commentary on Icelandic history and wildlife, about an hour at the waterfall, and a rocky walk to its base.

“The waterfall is gorgeous. The walk up to the top is exactly as our guide told us, slippery when wet and uneven rocks. The amount of time needed was very accurate as well. The driver did a great job keeping us safe and the guide gave us a lot of great information. We stayed on schedule and were not rushed so a very good, relaxing time”

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4.Ísafjörður: Westfjords Whale Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 173 reviews · 3 hours · from $115

From Ísafjörður, join guide Tom and an experienced captain for a three-hour search for humpback whales in the Westfjords. You may also see minke whales, dolphins, orcas, and puffins while learning about marine life and ethical whale watching from a sturdy boat with toilets and indoor seating.

“Saw lots and lots of whales, even jumping out of the water. Customer service gets 5 stars for fully refunding an earlier booking that got messed up by our cruise ship schedule. They are good people. This is definitely the whale tour you want!”

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5.2-Day Snaefellsnes & Borgarfjörður Fjord Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $575

Travel from Reykjavik with a small group of up to 18, visiting Arnarstapi, Djúpalónssandur, Kirkjufell, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, and more. Guide Sindri has earned praise for keeping the trip informative and fun. Optional extras include Vatnshellir cave and Krauma baths.

“Sindri was a great guide and kept us informed and entertained. He was quite knowledgeable and very personable. We had a fabulous time.”

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6.Small Group Tour Ísafjordur Dynjandi Waterfall & Secret Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $215

Travel from Ísafjörður to 100-meter Dynjandi waterfall, walking past smaller cascades before visiting a traditional working farm. Local guides such as Suzie, Heidi, and Brin add regional stories, while the farm stop may include homemade treats, lambs, goats, and a look at rural Icelandic life.

“Walking to the top of the falls is tough. Use walking sticks. It was nice to get there before the big buses.”

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7.Isafjordur: Bolafjall View Platform Guided Trip by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 38 reviews · from $59

Meet your English-speaking guide at Ísafjörður port and ride a specially equipped bus up Bolafjall’s steep gravel road to its radar station and viewing platform. You’ll have about two hours for the round trip, mountain views, and clear-weather sunset scenery, with Wi-Fi on board.

“The driver waited us near the ship on time. He was very careful, knowledgeable and nice. We visited the rock and also had some stops in interesting places.”

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8.Isafjordur and Westfjords Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 to 12 hours (approx.) Top rated

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Ísafjörður with guides such as Jake, Anna, or Stefan. Visit historic fishing villages, Bolafjall’s cliff-top platform, and Dynjandi waterfall, with pickup from town or your cruise ship.

“We were unable to make this tour due to our cruise ship skipping the port of Isafjordur. We encountered rough seas between Norway and Iceland so the ship had to slow down, making us a half day late for Reykjavik. Thus the domino effect! So disappointed about the change of itinerary but Valkyrie Tours were prompt to respond and hopefully I’ll see the refund shortly.”

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9.4 Hour Isafjordur and Dynjandi Tour With Photo Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169

Travel from Ísafjörður to powerful Dynjandi waterfall with photo stops at Holtsbryggja and possible village viewpoints. Guides such as Jake, Anna, and Stefán add local stories, wildlife spotting, and flexible timing. Expect a small-group van tour with cruise-port pickup and about 1 hour 15 minutes at Dynjandi.

“Jake, the owner of Valkyrie Tours was an exceptional tour guide. He was very knowledgeable. He not only knew information and history about the local area, but also knew the type of birds. He made some stops on side roads that you would never get on a larger tour. We had eight people on our tour. The tour will accommodate sixteen people. I would definitely request that Viator book your tour with Valkyrie Tours.”

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10.Self-Guided Tour of Ísafjörður: Art, History, and Architecture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $9Best value

Use the VoiceMap app to walk from the Westfjord History Museum to Silfurtorg while a local guide introduces Ísafjörður’s fishing roots, art, architecture, church lore, and modern oddities. The 75-to-90-minute route works offline, pauses when you like, and suits cruise stops or a free afternoon.

“Well, scripted and thoughtful tour. I recommend the tour for those with a few hours in town. We met the author’s wife when walking by their house. She was Incredibly nice!”

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11.Ísafjörður: Flateyri Village tour: Nature, Culture, History

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 10 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $79

Travel from Ísafjörður to Flateyri with an English-speaking local guide. Expect fjord views, tabletop mountains, white beaches, village history, and the avalanche protection wall. Guides Rachel and Rachelle are praised for lively storytelling, while the 2.5-hour trip suits cruise passengers with limited time.

“Rachelle was an amazing tour guide! Fun and informative and has a wonderful personality. She took us on a journey to the fjord of Flateyri.. we tasted some herbs and berries that over look the water and toured the beautiful village. You must stop into the 4th generation owned book store, which was named one of the 150 bookstores to see before you die!! This was the highlight of our cruise thru Iceland.”

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12.Seyðisfjörður Shore Excursion: Stuðlagil Canyon & Vök Baths

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 7 hours · from $407

Travel from Seyðisfjörður through Jökuldalur Valley to Rjúkandi Waterfall and Stuðlagil Canyon, then relax at Vök Baths. English-speaking guides such as Sig and Tina lead the day. Expect a 5 km walk on gravel, rural views, and 1.5 hours in geothermal water.

“We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide was friendly and knowledgable from the moment we were picked up at the cruise terminal and throughout the ride to the canyon and then to the baths. The hike to the canyon was pleasant and easy for our group of 11 people aged 8-57. Our guide assisted us as we hiked the part at the end and we enjoyed a very up close view of the beautiful canyon. We loved the baths: it was a new experience for all of us! We also loved hearing about life in Iceland, from the customs of holidays to the cyclical festivals and parties. We were so…”

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13.Isafjordur and Westfjords Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 to 12 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Ísafjörður through the Westfjords with a guide, stopping at Bolungarvík, Bolafjall, Flateyri, Þingeyri, and Dynjandi. You set the pace within a 4 to 12-hour day, with pickup, private transport, and room for up to four people.

“Private transportation was great, beat all the buses . Stopped where ever & when ever we wanted. Took how ever much time we wanted. Guide took us to private view points. She was great.”

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14.From Seyðisfjörður Port: Stuðlagil Canyon and Reindeer Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 7 hours · from $369

Travel from Seyðisfjörður or Egilsstaðir to Rjúkandi Waterfall, Stuðlagil Canyon, and The Reindeer Park. Guide Dianna leads the English tour, with a 5-kilometer canyon walk, basalt columns, turquoise water, and close views of Icelandic reindeer.

“what a phenomenal experience! our tour guide Dianna was wonderful! She was very easy to understand, she was very courteous and always made sure her guests were safe and that they were enjoying the trip. the sights were just fantastic. so many superlatives”

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15.Borgarfjörður Eystri Puffin Tour from Seyðisfjörður Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $350

Travel by comfortable minibus from Seyðisfjörður to Borgarfjörður Eystri, then walk wooden paths at Hafnarhólmi to see puffins nesting from mid-April to mid-August. Expect a guide, fjord views, folklore, seabirds, and a maximum group of 16. Lunch is not included.

“Some crowded stairs are involved. We loved our tour guide and driver! We never felt rushed. Restroom stops were available.”

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