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Hornbjargsviti

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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.  

Jeffrey Light
Jeffrey Light
February 2024
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Literally my favorite three day hike ever. I've hiked on 5 continents over 40 years and never had an experience this great. The scenery, logistical support and overall vibe of the experience Borea provided was off the charts great. You start with a lovely boat ride up to the Arctic Circle and are dropped off in a bay that feels further away from civilization than you've ever been. Six hours of amazing hiking later you come to a backcountry camp with your tents already pitched, greeted by warm drinks in a communal gathering/cook/dining tent. Your next day starts with a great breakfast, and after getting a pack lunch, you're off again for a loop in the remote Westfjords. After a great dinner at camp and breakfast the next morning, you traverse a serious pass to an entirely different fjord/watershed and hike down to the water where a boat picks you up for the return to civilization. Each night was filled with great chat and tales of other backcountry adventures, thoroughly entertaining. We happened to share the camp (and the boat ride) with a BBC film crew who were filming a documentary on the mating rituals of the Arctic fox, and I came back from my trip learning all sorts of stuff from my fellow campers. I can’t say enough about this experience, highly recommended.
UKclaire___12
UKclaire___12
Hornstrandir Traverse - 3 days - June 2024
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We did the 3 days, 2 nights Hornstrandir Traverse trip with Nicole as our guide. What a great trip! The walks were all beautiful, a good length and taken at a pace that slowed plenty of time for photos and taking in the views. The camp was comfortable with good tents with camp beds, and a central eating tent. Nicole was a star- she looked after us really well cooking great meals and doing an excellent job guiding. We were very lucky with the weather on the second day and got to see the horn and surrounding cliffs in stunning form in the sun. We also saw plenty of arctic foxes with their cubs. Highly recommended trip.
852jonr
852jonr
Good company, great communication - July 2024
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We used Borea to help transport us to Hornstrandir. They were helpful in planning and took my calls ahead of time to discuss my trip. We had a weather delay day of and appreciated them monitoring and ensuring guest safety. The deckhand was wonderful and helped everyone get on and off.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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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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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