Recreation and outdore activities
Dalvíkurbyggð has various options when it comes to recreation and outdore activites such as skiing, swimming and golfing. Horceback riding is available along with whale watching, angling, hiking (both long and short trips) and berry picking.
The swimming pool
The swimming pool in Dalvík offers relaxation for people of all ages and is very popular among tourists, who enjoy relaxing and sunbathing there in the summertime and experience the Northern lights (Arora Borealis) from the hot tubs during the winter time. You will find a 12,5m * 25m pool, hot tubs, a children´s pool and a shallow pond to relax in, a water slide, a water mushroom, a steambath and a solarium. We also offer the cenvenience of a work out in our Gym. Our friendly staff provides you with any information you might need about travelling or events in the area.
For further information:
Tel. 466 3233
sundlaug@dalvikurbyggd.is
The museum of Dalvík
The museum´s collection comprises thousands of items, most of them contributed by local people in Dalvík, Svarfaðardalur and Árskógsströnd. They include various tools and furnishing that provide an insight into life and work around Dalvík and the history of the community, in addition to items of art and craft made by local people. The natural history collection contains a large number of Icelandic birds and mammals, including a polar bear. The museum includes exhibits on a number of people from Svarfaðardalur who became nationally famous; Jóhann Pétursson known as ,,the Gigant" and the Icelandic president Dr. Kristján Eldjárn.
For further information
Tel. 466 1497
hvoll@dalvikurbyggd.is
www.dalvikurbyggd.is/byggdasafn
The public Library
The public library is located in the culural house Berg and is open every day. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the facilities. With a library card you have access of a diverse collection og books suitable for everybody, adults and children, as well as educational and children´s materials on dvd. If you don´t have a library card you are, of course, welcome to visit us and enjoy our collection of books on site. Internet connections are available. When travelling in Dalvík, the library is a nice and quiet place to go to. You can stop by for a cup of coffee, scan the newspapers and enjoy the view.
For further information:
Tel. 460 4930
dalbok@dalvikurbyggd.is
Skiing on Böggvisstaðafjall
Mt. Böggvisstaðafjall offers one of Iceland´s best skiing areas, with slopes for all levels of ability and experience. Two ski-lifts transport skiers from the edge of the town up to a height of 320 m. where they can choose between ski and snowboard slopes, or less demanding routes which command splendid views over the fjord. Those interested in telemarking or cross-country skiing should also find available paths. The skiing resort has a cabin with sleeping bag accomodation for 40 people and 3 bedrooms with beds for seven people. In addition guests have access to a fully equipped kitcen. One can also by refreshments at the cabin during opening hours.
For further information:
Skíðasvæðið Böggvisstaðafjalli,
Tel. 466 1010
skidalvik@skidalvik.is
www.skidalvik.is
Golf course
The Arnarholt golf course is a nin-hole course, seven km. outside of Dalvík at Arnarholt in Svarfaðardalur. Legend says that the original 9th centurey settlers of the vally are buried here and archaeologists have excavated early medieval remains that support this. The golf course is located in spectacular natural enviroment and is popular with both local residents and visitors. It is possible to rent golf clubs, carts and exercise balls. The restaurant is open from 13:00-21:00 during the summer.
For further information:
Golf, Arnarholtsvöllur Svarfaðardal,
Tel. 466 1204
siggisjo@simnet.is
www.golf.is/pages/klubbasidur/golfklubburinnhamar/
Horceback riding
Horseback riding is a very popular leisure pursuit in Dalvíkurbyggð. At Hringsholt is the largest stable in Iceland where horces can be hired for short rides or longer expedition, together with guides. Adjacent to the stable is a racetrack and other facilities of the Hringur equestrian club.
The horce rental Tvistur is located in Hringsholt.
Prices:
1 hour. 4.000 kr. per person
90 minits 5.000 kr. per person
2 hours 7.000 kr. per person
3 hours 8.500 kr. per person
We also make offers for largers groupes.
Information and booking in 466-1679, 616 - 9629 og 861-9631 eða ebu@ismennt.is
Whale-watching and sea-angling
Whale-watching cruises are available from Dalvík and Hauganes during the summer months. The boats rarely have to go far out into Eyjafjörður before whales and other cetaceans make their apperance; humpback, minke and killer whales, along with dolphins and porpoises, are most likely to be spotted. Midnight Sun cruises during spring and summar, when the sun does not set for some weeks, are always popular with visitors. Sea angling is a popular pursuit; whale watching vessels and other boats offer angling expeditions. Eyjafjorður is famed for it´s haddock and cod stocks, and sea angling contests are often held here.
For further information:
Scheduled boat trips are available for whale-watching, sea angling and bird watching. Each trip takes about three hours in a beautiful oak boat. On whale watching expedition, the most commonly sighted species are the humpback whale, mink whale, dolphins and harbour porpoises. Catch fish on line lika real fishermen! There is birdwatching by the cliffs and usually the opportunity of sailing around Hrísey island, the perla of Eyjafjorður. A wonderful adventure for the whole family. At the end of each trip you can taste the fresh fish from your boat trips.
Tel. 771 7600
bataferdir@bataferdir.is
Whale watching and sea angling with Níels Jónasson oak boat from Hauganes in Dalvíkurbyggð. It is a very roomy and beatiful boat with room for up to 46 passengers. Standard trips take about 3-4 hours and we have a guide on board. We also offer coffe and home-baked bread.
Tel. 867 0000/ 852 0006
niels@niels.is
www.niels.is
Angling
The Svarfaðardalsá river is famed for its trouts and the beauty of the surroundings adds to the pleasure of angling. The river comprises five angling zones, with two rods normally permitted in each zone. Angling permits are sold by the association of landowners in the vally. www.stak.is
Hiking
The mountains of Tröllaskagi peninsula are by many viewed as the most spectacular outdoractivitie place in all Iceland. Dalvíkurbyggð lies in the midst of these mountains. Here excelent hiking roots are available all year around with mountain peaks of all sizes and shapes, both for trained hikers and beginners. During the sommer time special Hiking week takes place with guided tours around these mountains. Hikers sould always take exstreme caution before taking of to a hike and look for guideance from professionals.
For further information:
The Hiking weeks official website www.dalvikurbyggd.is/gonguvika
Bergmenn Mountain Guides specialize in custom made mountain adventures in Iceland, Greenland and the Arctic North. If you are looking for a private mountain guide for ice climbing, rock climbing, alpine climbing, ski touring, heli skiing or any mountain related activity we are here to help you out. All our programs featured on this site can also be modified to suit you, or your groups needs be it in terms of dates or length of trip, depending on availability, at no added cost to you. We also offer incentives to group organizers in the form of discounted rates. Please contact us for further information and availability.
As Iceland's only certified mountain guides we can offer you unparalleled professional service and safety. Let Bergmenn Mountain Guides assist you in making your dream mountain adventure come true.
For further information:
Tel. 698 9870
In the mountains´ emrace offers short and long hiking tripes with guidance. we invite our guests to improve their health. Hidden mountain lakes, stunning waterfalls, raviness, hanging valleys and glaciers, medicinal herbs, poetry, deserted farms and folktales are the perls of our walks. We incorporate Enviromental Interpetation into our trips. In the Mountains´ Emrace Yoga reatreat we invite our guests to step into the peacful world of yoga and meditation. We also offerCranoSacral Therapy, which is an effective form of tratment for a variety of illnesses, and helps o create the optimal conditions for health and general well-being.
For further information:
Tel. 466 1519 / 894 7788 / 894 0824
skidadalur@skidadalur.is
www.skidadalur.is
Heliskiing
Arctic Heli Skiing is operated by Bergmenn Mountain Guides on the Troll Peninsula in Northern Iceland. After operating ski touring and ski mountaineering trips on the Troll Peninsula for the past 10 years we have now extended our program to Heli Skiing. The potential for world class down hill skiing is mind blowing with thousands of slopes and peaks waiting for their first descent with vertical descents of up to 1500m or almost 5000ft.
For further information:
Tel. 698 9870
LaserTag and Paintball
The firm Artex specialises in paintball and laser-tag pursuits. These games are great fun for groups. Paint ball: Is for people 18 years and older. Young people of 15-18 years old need their parent´s written permission to play. The paintball grounds are situated in the Krossar farm in Árskógsströnd, about 35 km from Akureyri and 10 km from Dalvík. There we have 15 Tippmann markers and we can also offer paintball games using bows. Laser tag: Is suitable for the whole family. The laser-tag grounds are in the woods of Brúarhvammsreitur. We have around 40 guns which we can set according to the wishes of individual players each time. This is completely harmless an not at all painful.
For further information:
Tel. 824 3990
haukur@hittu.net , artex@hittu.net
Sport Tours Activities and Events
Sport Tours is an authorezed Travel Agency by the Icelandic Tourist Board. The headquarters are in North-Iceland but we operate tours all over Iceland and offer a variety og tailor made and activity packed tours for groups and both private and scheduled tours for groups and individuals. We are specialized in this field and have been organizing package tours for many years. Our tours contain plenty og excitement and action blended with Iceland´s spectacular nature, relaxation in geothermal water, excellent food and good accommodation. Here is an excemple of what we can organize: Jeep safari, horceback riding, sea-angling, hikingtrips and more.
For further information:
Tel. 894 2967 for tours
sporttours@sportours.is