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"Wow, what a pleasant surprise! I booked a 6 day kayak tour, hoping for the best. And honestly, the best is what I got!"
- Kipp M, August 2022

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Borea is a fully licensed adventure guiding company based in Ísafjörður, the heart of the Westfjords of Iceland.

All of our guides are knowledgeable and experienced with the local environment. Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or kayaking, know that each trip has been designed to operate in full harmony with nature.

Borea is not just a business. It’s our lifestyle.  

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A few weeks ago my wife and I were traveling around the West Fjords. It was our goal to go kayaking in the Fjords and this trip far exceeded our expectations. Even though the weather was overcast it made the scenery even more dramatic. Our guide Raguel was both knowledgeable and fun. He led us out to Vigur Island were we were treated to up close encounters with Eiders, Puffins and Arctic Terns. This was rounded out with a fantastic lunch and hot coffee. I am a Sea Kayaking instructor on the coast of Maine and in my opinion Borea Adventures is a top rate guiding company. We are looking forward to our return....
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We did the Valley to Valley hike with Borea Adventures. Super informative and very professional. We hope to get back to Ísafjörður again.
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Fjord Discovery Kayaking

Önundarfjörður is carved in between steep mountains with white sand beaches bathed in tranquil blue waters. Kayaking there is a one of a kind experience, where we will enjoy the natural landscape, birdlife and seals that enjoy basking on the rocks along the shores.


May 24, 2025
September 20, 2025
  • 5 hours
  • Group size: 2-8
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Hornstrandir Traverse

A three-day wilderness hiking and luxury camping trip in the astonishing Hornstrandir where nature has ruled the land for the last 70 years. Experience the sheer cliffs of Hornbjarg, rich birdlife, Arctic Foxes, wild flora and camping at our comfortable basecamp.

June 7, 2025
September 4, 2025
  • 3 days
  • Accommodation
  • Distance: 39km
  • Group size: 2-10
  • Min age 16 years
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Whale Watching in Ísafjarðardjúp

Join us on an easy 2.5 hour tour in Ísafjarðardjúp bay. We will search for humpbacks, dolphins and porpoises. There is also an abundance of birdlife in the area, including puffins, eider ducks and guillemots.
  • 2.5 hours
  • Group size: 25-40
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Green Cliffs of Hornstrandir

A full-day hike for those seeking to experience the nature and history of Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. With breathtaking views over the whole Ísafjarðardjúp bay.

June 9, 2025
September 1, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 14.4km
  • Group size: 2-10
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Calm Water Kayaking

A half-day on the water between the towering mountains around Ísafjörður, Northwest Iceland. This journey is perfectly suited to beginners and those looking for an exciting introduction to the great sport of sea kayaking.
May 23, 2025
September 22, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 6km
  • Group size: 2-10
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Hornstrandir Panorama

A great full-day hiking tour in the pristine wilderness of Hornstrandir Nature Reserve and a panorama view of Drangajokull. The hike takes traveler’s over streams, snow fields and through lush valleys. There are no trails or other signs of human presence.
June 1, 2025
September 2, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 8-10km
  • Group size: 4–10
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Hornvík Heights and Sights

This two-day hiking trip in the heart of Hornstrandir offers opportunities to explore one of the biggest bird cliffs in the North Atlantic, enjoy panoramic views from Hornvik, observe the curious Arctic Foxes and spend the night in a cosy tent.
June 9, 2025
September 1, 2025
  • 2 days
  • Distance: 21km
  • Group size: 2-8
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Lost Fjords

This six-day backpacking and camping trip in the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve is a perfect chance to experience the isolation of this special and unique are while watching wildlife and enjoying the untouched nature of the Westfjords of Iceland.
June 27, 2025
August 22, 2025
  • 6 days
  • Accommodation
  • Distance: 82km
  • Group size: 4-8
  • Min age 16 years
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Midnight Sun and Arctic Foxes

A three-day nature and wildlife exploration at Kvíar Lodge. The valley of Kvíar and the coastline around is teeming with life in the summer and the area is also perfect for all sorts of outdoor activities.
June 8, 2025
August 31, 2025
  • 3 days
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  • Distance: 10-30km
  • Group size: 2-8
  • Min age 12 years
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Wildlife and Heritage of Hesteyri

A full-day tour in the famous Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife, featuring rugged landscapes and diverse flora. This tour is perfect for families, and those looking for a more relaxed hiking experience in the nature surrounding Hesteyri.
June 2, 2025
September 3, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 5km
  • Group size: 4-8
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Seabird Discovery

A full-day trip, perfect for all nature lovers who want to experience the Icelandic wildlife from a different angle. The ‘silent’ nature of the kayak seamlessly blends in to the environment to experience the wildlife at it’s best.
May 23, 2025
September 22, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 16km
  • Group size: 2-6
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Paddle in the Wild – Kayaking

This six-day kayaking journey offers a great opportunity to experience the best of both worlds; the wild Jökulfirðir glacial fjords and the coastline of Ísafjarðardjúp bay. These areas are considered to offer the best sea kayaking in Iceland.
June 29, 2025
August 24, 2025
  • 6 days
  • Distance: 114km
  • Group size: 2-6
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Around the Walls – Biking

A half-day mountain biking trip around the beautiful area around Ísafjördur. An off-road tour which leads you over avalanche barriers and through Icelandic ‘forests’. You might even see some waterfalls along the way.
May 23, 2025
September 22, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 10-15km
  • Group size: 2-6
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Glacier Fjords Kayaking

This is our four-day luxury sea kayaking adventure in the heart of Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. Spectacular kayaking and wildlife during the day and comfortable accommodation during the evenings. A great combination of comfort and adventure.
June 29, 2025
August 24, 2025
  • 4 days
  • Accommodation
  • Distance: 49km
  • Group size: 4-8
  • Min age 16 years
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Wild Camp Discovery

A magnificent three-day introduction to the world of multi-day sea kayak adventures. Incredible and diverse birdlife and gracious marine mammals. Untouched landscape and panoramic views are abundant in this wild adventure.
June 17, 2025
August 26, 2025
  • 3 days
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  • Distance: 45km
  • Group size: 2-4
  • Min age 16 years
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Bike and Kayak Combo Tour

This combo tour gives traveler’s the perfect opportunity to see our beautiful town from all angles. Half-day off mountain biking off-road through Icelandic ‘forests’ and over avalanche barriers and half-day off sea kayaking between the towering mountains around Ísafjörður.
May 23, 2025
September 22, 2025
  • 1 day
  • Distance: 11km & 6km
  • Group size: 2-6
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Winter Arctic Fox Photography

The Arctic fox has survived in Iceland for thousands of years and its stark beauty really appeals to wildlife photography. The best place to take photos of them is in Hornstrandir Nature Reserve of Iceland.
January 27, 2025
  • 6 days
  • Distance: Variable
  • Group size: 2-10
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Peaks of Thieves – Backcountry Skiing

This is a backcountry skiing journey in the beautiful mountains surrounding our town, Ísafjörður. It gives a panoramic view of exciting fjords and the open sea. The mountains around Ísafjörður offer the perfect grounds for skiing, both for beginners and experts.
February 1, 2025
April 30, 2025
  • 1 day
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Kvíar Ski Lodge

This six-day tour offers great backcountry skiing in Iceland from mountain tops to the sea. Flexible itinerary where we use boats to access the best ski locations and search for the best snow conditions. Accommodation in our lodge in Kvíar.
  • 6 days
  • Group size: 6-10
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Hornstrandir

Hornstrandir Nature Reserve is known for its stunning natural beauty, rugged coastline, and abundant wildlife. Despite its popularity, Hornstrandir remains relatively untouched by commercial tourism, and visitors are encouraged to respect the reserve’s natural beauty and fragile ecosystem. Borea Adventures offers various guided tours and boat services to the area.

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Our Story

Our founding story. The wins wouldn’t feel as great without the challenges and the losses. 

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Kviar Lodge

We’ve rebuilt a long abandoned farmhouse over the years, so we can enjoy summer and winter days together on the reserve

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Hornvik Camp

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