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Hengifoss Waterfall Hike In East Iceland
Hengifoss Waterfall has to be one of the most incredible waterfalls in the whole country of Iceland, although it does have some tough competition from Dynjandi and Haifoss.
This thing looks like something from Mars. The big lines of red clay sandwiched between the rock layers give it such a bizarre, unbelievable look.This travel guide will explain how to get there, and everything you need to know before you go!
Hengifoss Waterfall Hike
I almost skipped the Hengifoss hike because it was a cloudy day and I wasn’t sure if the falls were worthwhile, but I’m so glad I decided to give it a look!
It takes about 1 hour to hike to Hengifoss and the views are just out of this world. It’s not a very difficult hike, but there’s a significant elevation gain of about 300 meters (980 feet).
You cross a few streams and sheep fences along the way, but there are bridges at each of them so that part isn’t bad at all.
The photo above was taken with a drone, but you can easily take some great photos of this waterfall from the ground too.
Hengifoss is the 2nd tallest waterfall in Iceland, at 130 meters (420 feet)!
Litlanesfoss Waterfall
Litlanesfoss Waterfall is a nice 2-step cascade you’ll hike past on your way to Hengifoss, around the 1 kilometer (1/2 mile) mark in the hike. Like Svartifoss, this is another waterfall surrounded by cool looking basalt rock columns.
Litlanesfoss may not be the biggest waterfall in Iceland at 30 meters tall, but it wins in uniqueness, and it’s a freebie if you’re already hiking to Hengifoss. Two incredible waterfalls in one short hike!
How To Get To Hengifoss Waterfall
Hengifoss is about 700 kilometers (430 mi) from Reykjavik, way off in eastern Iceland. From Egilsstadir, drive along the Ring Road (Route 1) towards Fellabaer.
You don’t need 4 wheel drive to visit Hengifoss; any 2 wheel drive vehicle can reach the parking lot, where it’s a 1 hour hike to the waterfall. You can follow this Google Maps walking route from the parking lot to the waterfall.
No parking fee or entrance fee is required to hike to the falls, as of 2021.
Best Hikes In Utah: 20 Great Utah Hikes & Trails
The state of Utah is home to five U.S National Parks, and there are thousands of great Utah hiking trails to enjoy inside and outside of the parks. This guide is a brief summary of our favorite Utah hikes. In my opinion, these are some of the very best hikes in Utah!
The southern part of Utah state has much of the wonderful desert scenery and slot canyons this state is famous for, while the Salt Lake City area has mountains and alpine lakes that might remind you of Colorado.
There are even a bunch of nice waterfalls scattered across Utah. We’ve spent months exploring this state and it never disappoints. Regardless of where you go while hiking in Utah, you’re sure to find some unique and fantastic scenery around every corner.
From the canyons of Escalante to the lakes of the Wasatch Range, here’s our complete Utah hiking guide!
Best Hikes In Utah
1. Angels Landing Hike (Zion)
Angels Landing is the king of Utah hikes. If you only do one hike in the national parks, make it this one.
It’s an epic and scary trail that takes you up the side of a steep sandstone mountain, with chains to grab onto for safety, and amazing views of Zion National Park surrounding you on all sides. Permits are required since 2022.
The Angels Landing chain section is especially noted for being hair-raising and hazardous, and there have been a number of falling deaths on this hike over the years, although it’s plenty safe if you stick to the trail.
At times, the trail will only be a few feet wide, and you’ll have to hug the side of the mountain. Not all of this section has chains, but the most sketchy parts do for your safety.
Best Hikes In Utah
1. Angels Landing Hike (Zion)
Angels Landing is the king of Utah hikes. If you only do one hike in the national parks, make it this one.
It’s an epic and scary trail that takes you up the side of a steep sandstone mountain, with chains to grab onto for safety, and amazing views of Zion National Park surrounding you on all sides. Permits are required since 2022.
The Angels Landing chain section is especially noted for being hair-raising and hazardous, and there have been a number of falling deaths on this hike over the years, although it’s plenty safe if you stick to the trail.
At times, the trail will only be a few feet wide, and you’ll have to hug the side of the mountain. Not all of this section has chains, but the most sketchy parts do for your safety.
3. The Narrows (Zion)
Of course I have to mention the mother of all slot canyons, the Zion Narrows!
This is a giant gorge with walls a thousand feet tall, and the Virgin River flows through it. Hiking the Narrows involves walking in water, and if you go the full length it’s 16 miles total.
The good news is that the Narrows is open to all fitness levels because you don’t have to hike to the end of the gorge. You can stop and turn around whenever you want.
It’s possible to hike the entire Narrows from the top down in one full day if you get a permit in advance, but most people just go partway and then turn back (no permit required for that).
The bad news is that the Narrows is getting extremely popular. The crowds kind of ruined it for us. If you’re really intent on seeing the Narrows without crowds, I’d recommend getting a permit and hiking it from the top down. Otherwise, you may want to go to one of the other places in this Utah hiking guide instead.
Great Blue Hole Belize: Scenic Flight & Photos
The Great Blue Hole in Belize is probably one of the most famous travel photos ever. It’s also the biggest underwater sinkhole in the world, and it looks even more amazing if you see it in person!
Touring the Blue Hole is one of the top ‘bucket list’ things to do in Central America. You can enjoy a scenic flight over the reef in a small plane or helicopter, and take photos of it from above, or hop on a boat and go scuba diving inside the sinkhole itself.
I got a chance to fly over the Great Blue Hole in a little prop plane recently, and it was an amazing experience! We circled the Blue Hole several times at low altitude to see what it looks like up close, and then flew over some other sights in the Caribbean Sea.
This travel blog will share my experience with the Blue Hole Belize flight, which company to use, flight costs and safety thoughts, and everything else you need to know before you go. Then, I’ll share some fun facts about this natural wonder in the Caribbean!
What Is The Great Blue Hole?
The Great Blue Hole is an underwater sinkhole.
It’s believed to have been a cave at some point in time when the water levels were lower, but then it became submerged as the water levels rose.
Think of the Blue Hole kind of like the cenotes in Central America, except this one is underwater instead of on land, and it’s filled with seawater instead of fresh water.
Where Is The Great Blue Hole In Belize?
The Great Blue Hole is located in the Caribbean Sea. It’s part of the Central American country of Belize, which is a little country sandwiched between Mexico and Guatemala.
The Blue Hole is part of the Belize Barrier Reef, which is actually the second largest coral reef system in the world, after the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
More specifically, the Blue Hole is located in a marine atoll called Lighthouse Reef, about 75 kilometers (45 miles) off shore from Belize City, so you need a boat, plane, or helicopter to get there.
Blue Hole Belize Flight: What To Expect
Scenic flights over the Blue Hole are available every day of the week in Belize, departing from either Belize City Municipal, Caye Caulker, or San Pedro. They’re currently offered by three main