Nauthusagil Waterfall
Nauthusagil Waterfall
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JanaK123
Penang Island, Malaysia81 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Highlight for us. We got the tip about this hidden waterfall from a local tour guide. So we followed her advice and took the gravel road for several miles to the location. We had to wade through water, so we rolled up our hiking trousers and donned our rain pants/jackets. So glad we purchase these! Our shoes were completely soaked, but it was totally worth it. In the end there is a chain you can use to pull up the left side of the rocks to get to the waterfall. Beautiful!
Written September 17, 2023
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Kim T
Cologne, Germany19,096 contributions
Aug 2019
The last time I had been to Nauthúsagil I didn't have my wading shoes with me and eventually couldn't go any further. This time I came better prepared, but actually did not need them, because there were enough rocks in the water to use as stepping stones.
I was all by myself this time which made the whole experience a bit magical. First you walk along the creek, then you can cross it on a wooden plank before you can either exit the canyon up a steep hill with the help of a rope or continue in the creek by using stepping stones or walking in the water.
I continued in the creek. Eventually you will reach a small waterfall, where you can use chains and a rope to climb up. At the end of the canyon there is a larger waterfall where you need to turn around.
This canyon is off a gravel road that can be a bit rough, so make sure you have a car with higher ground clearance and drive carefully.
I was all by myself this time which made the whole experience a bit magical. First you walk along the creek, then you can cross it on a wooden plank before you can either exit the canyon up a steep hill with the help of a rope or continue in the creek by using stepping stones or walking in the water.
I continued in the creek. Eventually you will reach a small waterfall, where you can use chains and a rope to climb up. At the end of the canyon there is a larger waterfall where you need to turn around.
This canyon is off a gravel road that can be a bit rough, so make sure you have a car with higher ground clearance and drive carefully.
Written September 6, 2019
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Ihl69666
Reykjavik, Iceland77 contributions
Mar 2019
If you feel overwhelmed by the crowd at Seljalandfoss, go a big further up the road, put on good waterproof shoes and explore this canyon up to the waterfall. If you go off-season or pick you time right, you might even have it to yourself!
Written August 20, 2019
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Anish S
Chicago, IL773 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
We found out about this from a tour guide and it was amazing. You first have to drive 1 mile or two over gravel road so be careful - we saw a couple of flat tires. Once you get there, there's a gravel parking lot where you most likely won't find anyone. That's normal as this is not a popular spot. Which is great for you b/c you get a bit more quiet time w/ nature.
Once you get to the mountain, you start walking next to the river, sometimes hopping over rocks and such as you are zig-zagging your way through the river. You then get to a small fall about 6 feet high. at this point you have to cross the river and use the chain to walk along the wall and then use the rope to pull yourself up. After that you finally get to the waterfall which is enclosed - very peaceful and totally worth it.
If you don't mind getting wet, you can easily walk in the water but if you prefer to stay dry, you will have to walk on rocks. Staying dry will be difficult with kids.
I would totally recommend this to anyone looking for some quiet time in nature w/ a beautiful waterfall.
Once you get to the mountain, you start walking next to the river, sometimes hopping over rocks and such as you are zig-zagging your way through the river. You then get to a small fall about 6 feet high. at this point you have to cross the river and use the chain to walk along the wall and then use the rope to pull yourself up. After that you finally get to the waterfall which is enclosed - very peaceful and totally worth it.
If you don't mind getting wet, you can easily walk in the water but if you prefer to stay dry, you will have to walk on rocks. Staying dry will be difficult with kids.
I would totally recommend this to anyone looking for some quiet time in nature w/ a beautiful waterfall.
Written January 1, 2018
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TFAtravel
Chicago, IL437 contributions
Aug 2021
Why this is not #1 in this region stands as a mystery. Just north of Seljalandsfoss (1/2km), on the paved path, these falls are easy to miss. They are easy to miss because they are tucked in a crack in the rocks. IF you can go when then sun is high, and the clouds are absent, you will be treated to a light show of water dancing on the rocks. The sound, the spray. A truly wonderful experience. And yes you will come out of the cave wet. But so what!
Written September 21, 2021
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Maria C
35 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
I almost don't want to post this review because this waterfall and canyon is off the beaten path and I'd hate to see it overrun. Part of the charm was that we were the only ones there and it made the time we spent here very special. This canyon is a short drive from Seljalandsfoss, but isn't a tour bus stop, hence why it was so quiet. Walking through this canyon and climbing the hill is definitely worth it. You can walk on the stones in the creek, so you don't get too wet. Even is you stop off the stones, it's a very shallow creek so you're in no danger - the water might come up to your ankles. You keep walking through the canyon until you get to this small waterfall that's very pretty. You can also climb up to the bigger falls and get spectacular views. At one point there are some ropes to help you climb the slope, but if that's more than you're prepared to take on, you can take a grassy path up from the entrance which is a fairly easy climb. I highly recommend a stop here and taking the time to explore.
Written July 1, 2019
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karenprites
Sint-Truiden, Belgium17 contributions
Dec 2018 • Friends
First you take a little adventure: walk on stones, wood, ... to get to the waterfall. It was very fun, but yes, I fell in the water. But it was worth it! Be carefull: the walls have sharp points. always wear gloves and a hat to prevent cuts
Written January 8, 2019
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iflyaround891
Malaysia3 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Nauthusagil is by far, the most beautiful waterfall i have seen. Having to walk through this cave-like entrance, i was absolutely stunned by the view of this hidden waterfall.
Written November 11, 2017
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amyjv8
Chicago, IL44 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Wow! One of the highlights of our trip, for sure!
There were no recent reviews of this place recently that we could find, so we just hoped for the best. The water was high and you essentially walk and climb through a river for the entire hike. Water wading boots would be your best bet, but with perfect luck and waterproof hiking boots, you might make it out with dry feet. But probably not. So plan to have wet socks and wet feet no matter how great your shoes are without them being tall water boots.
We saw several people go up to start the hike and then turn right around after crossing the super rickety bridge. We therefore were the ONLY people doing this “hike” the entire time which may it way better. The waterfall at the end is truly amazing. Could not have loved this experience anymore!
(PS, this is a few miles down a gravel road but should be doable if you drive slow. Was definitely not the worst gravel road we had done during our trip.)
There were no recent reviews of this place recently that we could find, so we just hoped for the best. The water was high and you essentially walk and climb through a river for the entire hike. Water wading boots would be your best bet, but with perfect luck and waterproof hiking boots, you might make it out with dry feet. But probably not. So plan to have wet socks and wet feet no matter how great your shoes are without them being tall water boots.
We saw several people go up to start the hike and then turn right around after crossing the super rickety bridge. We therefore were the ONLY people doing this “hike” the entire time which may it way better. The waterfall at the end is truly amazing. Could not have loved this experience anymore!
(PS, this is a few miles down a gravel road but should be doable if you drive slow. Was definitely not the worst gravel road we had done during our trip.)
Written May 30, 2023
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CTCO
California831 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
It's a bit off the beaten path, about 7 miles up the road from Seljalandsfoss. It is so cool. You walk along/in a small creek that winds through a narrow canyon and end up at an amazing waterfall falling basically on top of you.
Written June 6, 2019
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Josh
Leeds, United Kingdom
Hi everyone - we are visiting iceland in early October - can someone tell me how to access Nauthusagil please? I've tried looking on various maps but getting differing results, google seems to think there is some F-Road driving required, but i can't see a definitive answer anywhere. Some help please!
Written August 22, 2021
Hi,
it was on our way back from Thorsmörk (Þórsmörk) to Hvolsvöllur.
Our guide drove us in a superjeep ^_^
So I didn't take directions, but enjoyed the view :-)
Written February 2, 2019
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