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 Djúpivogur is a typical small Icelandic fishing village on the east coast of Iceland with around 400 inhabitants. Fish production and tourism are the main trades of the people. Weather in the area is mild, thanks to the Gulf stream that keeps the temperature quite stable. Djupivogur offers easy access to Vatnajokull, the biggest glacier in Europe, and East Iceland . The regional town of Höfn , home to the interesting Glacier Exhibition and other services, enjoys one of the island's most fabulous panoramas. Höfn is located in the base of Vatnajökull and from the village you can enjoy a breathtaking view over Vatnajökull. The village is situated in the commune Hornafjörður with around 2200 inhabitants. Tourism, agriculture and fish industry are major economic sectors in the community. Diverse services are provided, including hotels, camping sites, restaurants, shops, swimming pools, golf course, marked hiking trails and various museums and exchibitions.
Smaller ships can berth alongside at the 75 mtr-long quay where the depth is 9 mtrs, or anchor in the fjord which has a 2 mile turning basin and depth of 60 mtrs. Passengers are transported to the village by pinnaces.
Passengers can stroll around Djupivogur, visit coffee shops and museums, take a look at local handcraft, breathe in the spirit of a typical Icelandic fishing village or try their luck at the golf course. One of the most popular tours in Djupivogur is the tour to Vatnajokull glacier lagoon where visitors experience magical scenery of the lagoon and magnificent landscape of south east Iceland .
The lagoon, Vatnajokull icecap and a range of glacial tongues encompass some of Iceland 's most famous scenery, selected by numerous Icelanders and foreigners for shooting films and advertisements.
This part of Iceland has one of the best facilities for bird-watching in the country as the area is rich in variety of birds. The safari tour is another popular tour where unspoiled Icelandic nature is visited.
Popular tours:
- Glacier lagoon
- Safari tour
- Bird-watching tour
- Papey island
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