The Lake Mývatn region is renowned for its incredibly rich birdlife, which makes it a paradise for birdwatchers. At the lake, you will find the home to more species of nesting ducks than you will find at any other single area on earth. The Mývatn area boasts e.g. of almost all the ducks of the species known as Barrow’s Goldeneye, found in any European country, as well as substantial numbers of the Harlequin Duck species. This area is also well known for its large populations of Gyr Falcons.
- Private transportation and fuel for the duration of the tour
- Private experienced, English-speaking, birdwatching guide for the duration of the tour
- Binoculars
Not included: international flights, domestic transports to/from departure point, food, drinks, anything else not specified as "Included".
- Your camera
- Adequately warm clothes and shoes or boots
Availability: May to August. Please note that other itineraries can be developed in other periods of the year, depending on seasons, circumstances and interest.
Departure point: Mývatnsstofa Visitor Centre. Pick up available in Húsavík or Akureyri, or at other locations, upon request.
Departure time: 8:00a.m. or any other agreed time.
Tour duration: 8 to 10 hours.
Please note: group size is 1 to 4 or 5 to 8. For larger groups, please contact us.