Adventure Tours Árnafjørður

Adventure Tours Around Árnafjørður

Árnafjørður is a small fjord village on the east side of Borðoy in the Faroe Islands, which is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. No adventure tours are based in the village, and organised trips start in Klaksvík, about 10 minutes away by car.

Must-Try Activities

Hiking and Trekking

• The 5 km route from Klaksvík and the 7 km Katlarnir loop both start at the village and are rated difficult.
• A guided Klaksvík, Katlarnir and Árnafjørður hike has been listed by Visit Faroe Islands, so ask the Klaksvík tourist information.

Island Days

• The route 56 ferry takes about 20 minutes from Klaksvík to Syðradalur on Kalsoy.
• The Kallur Lighthouse hike costs DKK 200 for adults.

Essential Tips and Information

• Weather: Pack layers and waterproof gear, because fog and wind change fast.
• Safety: Carry a GPX track, tell your host your route and stay off the hills after dark.
• Fees: Hiking fee rules may change, so check visitfaroeislands.com and hiking.fo.

Puffins

• Puffins breed on Mykines, which is open from 1 May to 31 August. Booking online costs about DKK 400 to 500, with a guide, plus the ferry.

Getting There

• Drive from Klaksvík on route 70 through the Árnafjarðartunnilin.
• Bus 400 runs between Klaksvík and Tórshavn.