To get our next adventure started off right we stopped off for lunch in Hveragerði at Kjöt og Kúnst. I had a pork shoulder goulash and Carson had a cod, prawn, and fish something in a white sauce. Both were very fantastic! If you ever make it out this direction, this is a must stop!
After lunch we followed the road past the restaurant to the end and parked. From here it was a short 2km hike into the wind, up hill, around horse poo, up another hill, through breezy/blowing/boiled egg stench steam, up yet another hill, to the Hot River. All in all it wasn’t too bad of a hike as long as you know what to expect.
Once at the river, we quickly changed into our suits and climbed in. For the sake of complete honesty, I was bit underwhelmed by this one… I think I had this experience built a bit too high in my mind. It was pretty busy and not exactly “hot.” Regardless, the water was warm and deep enough to lay down in, both traits were welcomed following the journey up. After a 30ish minute soak we climbed out, dried off, and got dressed.
After stopping off for a quick cache find, we headed back down the hills.
Before I knew what we were in for.
Carson’s enthusiasm was not contagious.
One off those stinky hot pools.
It was probably worth it.
PS: Carson wants me to mention that there were some very gorgeous views and I felt silly using the trekking poles… that is all…
Carson editing to add one example of the views we saw on the hike. I have lots more from my other camera that will have to wait until later.