Reykjadalur hot spring is around 50 minute drive from Geysir and can very easily be done without a guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reykjadalur is the name of a geothermal area in South Iceland, close to the town of Hverager\u00f0i. Abundance of geothermal heat and bubbling geysers are Reykjadalur’s main characteristics. It is one of the most popular outdoor areas of the surrounding \u00d6lfuss region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The main attraction of Reykjadalur is without a doubt the steaming hot river that flows through the valley. The river is an ideal place for bathing and has become a popular destination for travellers, both Icelanders and foreigners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A few years ago wooden pathways were built along the bank of the river and some stairs to make it easier to enter the hot river. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s not possible to drive all the way to the hot river. You have to park your car at a parking lot and then walk for a little less than an hour to the actual hot river. The hike is just great. It\u2019s scenic and full of vivid colours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019ll see a ton of hot springs (way hotter than the one you\u2019ll bathe in) and a beautiful waterfall called Dj\u00fapagilsfoss. If you are hiking in the summertime, you\u2019ll probably meet some sheep along the way. You need to follow the path while you\u2019re hiking, the hot springs along the way are boiling hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you walk briskly, the hike shouldn\u2019t take longer than 45 minutes. It\u2019s not very steep so it should be suitable for children and inexperienced hikers. After you\u2019ve hiked for about 45 minutes, you\u2019ll cross a small wooden bridge. As soon as you\u2019ve crossed the bridge you\u2019ll see the hot river. The farther along the river you go, the hotter it gets. There are no showers or changing rooms in the area. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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