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Ytri Tunga

West Iceland

Rating 4 /5
Martin & Tina
Opening hours

Open nonstop

Time requirement

Less than 1 hour

Difficulty

Low difficulty

Parking

Dedicated parking lot • More

Food & drinks

Not available

Kids

Kids friendly

Dogs

Dog friendly

Drone

Not specified

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Place description

Ytri Tunga is one of Iceland’s lesser-known but all the more magical beaches. Located on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, Ytri Tunga is covered in fine golden sand and smooth pebbles, unlike the typical black beaches that are iconic in Iceland. But what really sets it apart is the local seal colony. These curious creatures often bask on the coastal rocks or swim in the waters near the shore, making a visit to Ytri Tunga a wonderful experience.

The best time to see seals is during the summer months when the beach is particularly lively. Although Ytri Tunga is best known for these marine mammals, the beach itself has its own charm even during the cooler months. We were here ourselves towards the end of October and saw a few seals in the water from a distance. It was also worth it for the beautiful autumn light that filtered through the clouds and created a lovely atmosphere.

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You can park in the nearby car park, where you need to pay a fee of 900 ISK (approximately 160 CZK).

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