Highland Lodge Egilsstadir

If you want to experience pure wilderness and a quiet place where the only sounds are the sounds from the nature, this is the right place to stay. Highland Lodge is located c.a. 76 km. from Egilsstadir in a valley called Jökuldalur. Former farmhouse that gives you the onside feeling of the typical life in one of the most remote farmlands of Iceland. Jökulsá River passes 300m from the lodge, in a picturesque canyon. Walking in the canyon, listening the river while watching the birds in their natural environment can be an incomparable experience. From Grund you can drive to many known places in Vatnajokul national park such as Víti, Herdubreid, Snæfell and other unique places. Ideal location for day-tours to the East Fjords or the area around Egilsstadir.