{"id":381,"date":"2024-03-06T19:48:33","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T00:48:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msfsbushnavlog.com\/?p=381"},"modified":"2025-02-23T22:09:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T03:09:51","slug":"discover-iceland-vestmannaeyjar-to-reykjavik","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/msfsbushnavlog.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/06\/discover-iceland-vestmannaeyjar-to-reykjavik\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Iceland – Vestmannaeyjar to Reykjavik"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This wondrous journey will have you circle the stunning island of Iceland, skirting its rugged coastline and exploring the beautiful offerings of this renowned destination born of volcanic fire.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll lay your eyes on towering mountains, intricate glaciers, and vertical sea cliffs, among a host of other spectacles.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll enjoy this tour from inside the cockpit of a Cessna Grand Caravan EX, an ideal aircraft for this trip as it allows broad views of the many gorgeous vistas you\u2019ll encounter.<\/p>\n

Assistance on the trip will be available in the form of a ‘Back on Track’ button on the VFR Map — however, be advised that using this will disable achievements tied to the activity.<\/p>\n

See trip in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Total Legs: 8 Total Distance: 729 Total Time(125kts): 5 hours 49 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vestmannaeyjar to Hornafjordur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 155.48 Approximate time at 125kts: 75 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Vestmannaeyjar(BIVM) to Markarfljot River(POI1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.04NM Bearing: 49\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your trip begins at Vestmannaeyjar Airport, on the island of Heimaey, just off the southern extremity of Iceland. Once in the air, head to the northeast and you&apos;ll fly over where the spectacular Markarflj\u00f3t River empties into the North Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n

Markarfljot River(POI1) to Dyrholaey(POI2)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 27.17NM Bearing: 118\u00b0 13 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From the River, head southeast. The mighty Katla Volcano, which has frequently erupted, dominates your view to the left as you fly past Dyrh\u00f3laey, the southernmost point on mainland Iceland. Pass over the lighthouse and head northeast.<\/p>\n

Dyrholaey(POI2) to Eldhraun(POI3)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 29.38NM Bearing: 63\u00b0 14 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Eldhraun Lava Field is a large swath of solidified lava, much of it covered in moss. After passing over it, head east.<\/p>\n

Eldhraun(POI3) to Skeidara(POI4)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 21.29NM Bearing: 81\u00b0 10 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll soon pass over Skei\u00f0ar\u00e1, a glacial river that is beautifully braided along its path to the sea.<\/p>\n

Skeidara(POI4) to Hvannadalshnjukur(POI5)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 24.21NM Bearing: 68\u00b0 12 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At 6,920 feet above sea level, Hvannadalshnj\u00fakur is Iceland\u2019s highest point. Pass its glaciated summit and fly over its eastern flanks.<\/p>\n

Hvannadalshnjukur(POI5) to Fjallsarlon(POI6)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 7.62NM Bearing: 98\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll soon pass Fjalls\u00e1rl\u00f3n, a large, beautiful glacial lake at the base of Hvannadalshnj\u00fakur.<\/p>\n

Fjallsarlon(POI6) to Jokulsarlo(POI7)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 5.18NM Bearing: 60\u00b0 2 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flying northeast, you\u2019ll pass an even larger lake of glacial origin, J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n.<\/p>\n

Jokulsarlo(POI7) to Hofn(HOFN)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 28.84NM Bearing: 77\u00b0 14 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continuing northeast for 29 nautical miles, you\u2019ll reach the picturesque town of H\u00f6fn.<\/p>\n

Hofn(HOFN) to Hornafjordur(BIHN)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.75NM Bearing: 358\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just to the north of H\u00f6fn lies Hornafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport, the end of this first leg of your Icelandic journey.<\/p>\n

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Leg 2<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hornafjordur to Egilsstadir<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 71.01 Approximate time at 125kts: 34 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Hornafjordur(BIHN) to Skyndidalsa(POI8)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.95NM Bearing: 41\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

After departing Hornafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport, aim the Caravan EX\u2019s nose to the northeast and you\u2019ll soon reach Skyndidals\u00e1, a wide river with a number of intricate channels.<\/p>\n

Skyndidalsa(POI8) to Berufjordur(POI9)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 24.31NM Bearing: 42\u00b0 12 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Continue on your heading until you reach Berufj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, a deep fjord, and then head north-northwest.<\/p>\n

Berufjordur(POI9) to Lagarfljot(POI10)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 19.51NM Bearing: 342\u00b0 9 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

In just under 20 nautical miles you\u2019ll reach Lagarflj\u00f3t, a long, narrow lake surrounded by gently rolling terrain.<\/p>\n

Lagarfljot(POI10) to Egilsstadir(BIEG)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 16.24NM Bearing: 48\u00b0 8 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

A few minutes northeast of Lagarflj\u00f3t you\u2019ll bring your Cessna in to land at Egilssta\u00f0ir Airport.<\/p>\n

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Leg 3<\/strong><\/p>\n

Egilsstadir to Akureyri<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 129.22 Approximate time at 125kts: 62 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Egilsstadir(BIEG) to Storholmavatn(POI11)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 24.98NM Bearing: 300\u00b0 12 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lift into the skies from Egilssta\u00f0ir Airport and head northwest to St\u00f3rh\u00f3lmavatn, a lake hidden in the vastness of this part of Iceland.<\/p>\n

Storholmavatn(POI11) to Myvatn(POI12)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 42.69NM Bearing: 293\u00b0 20 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

43 nautical miles farther, you\u2019ll pass above M\u00fdvatn, a shallow lake known for attracting large numbers of birds.<\/p>\n

Myvatn(POI12) to Husavik(POI13)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 27.87NM Bearing: 352\u00b0 13 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

28 miles north-northwest of M\u00fdvatn you\u2019ll fly past H\u00fasav\u00edk, a picturesque harbor town on the northern coast of Iceland.<\/p>\n

Husavik(POI13) to Eyjofjordur(POI14)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 22.32NM Bearing: 248\u00b0 11 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fly west, crossing over three small mountain ranges, and you\u2019ll reach Eyjafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, one of the longest fjords in Iceland.<\/p>\n

Eyjofjordur(POI14) to Akureiri(POI15)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.61NM Bearing: 188\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the southern extremity of Eyjafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, you\u2019ll pass over the town of Akureyri.<\/p>\n

Akureiri(POI15) to Akureyri(BIAR)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.75NM Bearing: 173\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Akureyri Airport, the anchor of this leg of the trip, lies just south of town.<\/p>\n

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Leg 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

Akureyri to Alexander<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 75.65 Approximate time at 125kts: 36 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Akureyri(BIAR) to Siglufjord(POI16)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 36.11NM Bearing: 336\u00b0 17 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

36 nautical miles northwest of Akureyri lies Siglufj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, a quaint fishing village.<\/p>\n

Siglufjord(POI16) to Skagafjordur(POI17)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 21.43NM Bearing: 261\u00b0 10 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

West of Siglufj\u00f6r\u00f0ur you\u2019ll pass the opening of the deep fjord Skagafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur. Turn south here, aiming inland.<\/p>\n

Skagafjordur(POI17) to Alexander(BIKR)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 18.11NM Bearing: 178\u00b0 9 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

In just over 18 miles, at the head of Skagafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, land at Sau\u00f0\u00e1rkr\u00f3kur Airport.<\/p>\n

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Leg 5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alexander to Holmavik<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 57.06 Approximate time at 125kts: 27 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Alexander(BIKR) to Hvtserkur(POI18)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 27.35NM Bearing: 266\u00b0 13 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

From Sau\u00f0\u00e1rkr\u00f3kur Airport, fly west-southwest and you\u2019ll soon lay your eyes on the mysterious-looking dark sea stack named Hv\u00edtserkur.<\/p>\n

Hvtserkur(POI18) to Thidhriksvallavatn Lake(POI19)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 27.71NM Bearing: 291\u00b0 13 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

28 nautical miles west of Hv\u00edtserkur is Thidhriksvallavatn, a crescent-shaped lake.<\/p>\n

Thidhriksvallavatn Lake(POI19) to Holmavik(BIHK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2NM Bearing: 46\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just to the northeast of the lake lies H\u00f3lmav\u00edk Airport, the end of this section of the circumnavigation.<\/p>\n

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Leg 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

Holmavik to Isafjordur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 42.26 Approximate time at 125kts: 20 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Holmavik(BIHK) to Isafjordur(POI20)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 20.91NM Bearing: 315\u00b0 10 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

21 nautical miles northwest of H\u00f3lmav\u00edk Airport brings you to the fjord \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur.<\/p>\n

Isafjordur(POI20) to Isafjordur City(POI21)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 20.38NM Bearing: 315\u00b0 10 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another 20 nautical miles along the same heading brings you to the town \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur.<\/p>\n

Isafjordur City(POI21) to Isafjordur(BIIS)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 0.97NM Bearing: 218\u00b0 0 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Land just southwest of town at \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport.<\/p>\n

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Leg 7<\/strong><\/p>\n

Isafjordur to Patreksfjordur<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 43.34 Approximate time at 125kts: 21 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Isafjordur(BIIS) to Flateyrl(POI22)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.23NM Bearing: 281\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Journey to the west of \u00cdsafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport to Flateyri, a tiny, remote village in the northwest of the island.<\/p>\n

Flateyrl(POI22) to Pinjeyri(POI23)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 10.35NM Bearing: 191\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just south of Flateyri lies Thingeyri, one of the oldest villages in this part of Iceland.<\/p>\n

Pinjeyri(POI23) to Anarfjordur(POI24)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 9.74NM Bearing: 235\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Navigate southwest of Thingeyri and you\u2019ll soon be soaring over Arnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, one of the largest fjords in this region of Iceland.<\/p>\n

Anarfjordur(POI24) to Patreksfjordur(POI25)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 11.4NM Bearing: 226\u00b0 5 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Two small mountain ranges farther southwest and you\u2019ll reach Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur.<\/p>\n

Patreksfjordur(POI25) to Patreksfjordur(BIPA)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 2.62NM Bearing: 173\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cross over the narrow fjord and land at Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport.<\/p>\n

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Leg 8<\/strong><\/p>\n

Patreksfjordur to Reykjavik<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leg Distance: 154.84 Approximate time at 125kts: 74 minutes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

See leg in Skyvector<\/a><\/p>\n

Patreksfjordur(BIPA) to Snaefellsjokull(POI26)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 43.69NM Bearing: 187\u00b0 21 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

44 nautical miles south of Patreksfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Airport is one of Iceland&apos;s most famous landmarks, Sn\u00e6fellsj\u00f6kull, a beautiful volcano.<\/p>\n

Snaefellsjokull(POI26) to Grundarfjord(POI27)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 13.86NM Bearing: 80\u00b0 7 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just east ofSn\u00e6fellsj\u00f6kull lies Grundarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, a small village located where deep sea and steep mountains dramatically meet.<\/p>\n

Grundarfjord(POI27) to Eldborg(POI28)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 25.14NM Bearing: 120\u00b0 12 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

East-southeast of Grundarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur lies Eldborg Crater, a volcanic creation that has a near-circular form, and is best seen from the air.<\/p>\n

Eldborg(POI28) to Borgarnes(POI29)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 18.65NM Bearing: 158\u00b0 9 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Surrounded by forests, and steeped in history, Borgarnes lies 8.6 nautical miles southeast of Eldborg.<\/p>\n

Borgarnes(POI29) to Glymur Waterfall(POI30)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 19.33NM Bearing: 129\u00b0 9 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

19.3 nautical miles southeast of Borgarnes lies Glymur Waterfall.<\/p>\n

Glymur Waterfall(POI30) to Thingvellir National Park(POI31)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 8.63NM Bearing: 169\u00b0 4 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

A short distance from Glymur Waterfall is Thingvellir National Park, one of the most spectacular destinations in Iceland.<\/p>\n

Thingvellir National Park(POI31) to Reykiavik(POI32)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 23.56NM Bearing: 266\u00b0 11 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Reykjav\u00edk, the capital and most populous city in Iceland, lies just west-southwest of Thingvellir National Park.<\/p>\n

Reykiavik(POI32) to Reykjavik(BIRK)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Distance: 1.98NM Bearing: 147\u00b0 1 minutes<\/strong><\/p>\n

This incredible exploratory journey comes to a close at Reykjav\u00edk Airport.<\/p>\n

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