Title: Dettifoss in Northeastern Region - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Dettifoss Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Dettifoss-Hotels.0-l6102206-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Northeastern Region](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Northeastern-Region.d6252147.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Northeastern Region](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northeastern-Region.d6252147.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dettifoss Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Dettifoss.d6102206.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northeastern Region Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Northeastern-Region.d6252147.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Dettifoss Tours and Activities ![Dettifoss which includes a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127957-Skinnastadur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dettifoss which includes a gorge or canyon and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128262-Dettifoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dettifoss](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127956-Skinnastadur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dettifoss which includes a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128264-Dettifoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dettifoss Activities Reviews * * * * * * #### Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river. Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness. Arrive at the impressive waterfall and descend the footpath on the eastern bank of the Jökulsá River. Take care not to stray from the path, as the area is slippery and dangerous. Rainbows often appear above the cliff when rays of sunshine combine with the spray of the water. Capture photos of the rocky terrain engulfed by this sweeping waterfall. Marvel at its sheer brute force and size, as the water delves into the canyon below. The chute has a milky color, which owes its hue to the sediments of the melted water of the Vatnajokull Glacier. Cross the river to experience the view of the falls from various angles. Be careful, as there are no guardrails to prevent you from falling into the abyss. The base of the waterfall is inaccessible and hidden in a cloud of mist. The eastern bank is more popular because it has a more accessible road. Clamber over the rocks and mossy cliffs in the intriguing terrain that surrounds the waterfall. Visit the nearby waterfall of Selfoss, a short distance upstream. Walk along the charming path that connects the two waterfalls. Downstream is the medium-sized Hafragilsfoss. Dettifoss is part of the Vatnajökull National Park and is 73 miles (118 kilometers) east of the waterfall of Godafoss in northern Iceland. By car, it is 30 minutes south of Skinnastadur and 6 or 7 hours east of Reykjavik. Park at the lot on the eastern bank of the Jökulsá River from the road that passes through Hólssandur. ## Plan a trip to see Dettifoss Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Viking Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21900000/21894100/21894089/d5deb115_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Viking Country Club CA $1,344 per person Dec 15 - Dec 19 found 2 hours ago Roundtrip flight included Toronto (YYZ) to Akureyri (AEY) 8.8/10 Excellent! (43 reviews) Guesthouse located on the hillside above small harbour. Room had great views over the sea and mountains beyond. A short walk to Eyri the excellent local restaurant. We were diving from Styran dive centre on the unique geothermal chimney close by. 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It was a bit confusing when we arrived to find the door to the apartment as we weren't quite sure we were at the right building. Overall we had a very short, but lovely stay. Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/go/package/search/FlightHotel/2025-11-22/2025-11-28/?FromAirport=YHZ&Destination=AEY&NumRoom=1&NumAdult=2&NumChild=0&hotelId=38345232&paandie=true&dealMarker=D4O38uunHxh4wzGnEK6AH36M-BXUQd6ZYH9CSSc-5sGe5gFUc1cktJLnzxgbPC8G) ![Sigló Hotel by Keahotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13400000/13393200/13393188/7ba36880_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sigló Hotel by Keahotels CA $2,584 per person Nov 22 - Nov 28 found 13 hours ago Roundtrip flight included Halifax (YHZ) to Akureyri (AEY) 10/10 Exceptional! (380 reviews) The hotel was amazing but all the restaurants in the town closed at 9pm. It is a small town. 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