Weather conditions are extremely good in Bíldudalur during the summertime with a lot of sun and calm. The town and the area around offer various leisure activities making this hostel ideal for guests wanting to get out and explore! For outdoor life there are many beautiful hiking routes for both the experienced hikers and those that prefer a light stroll to enjoy the beauty of the magnificent nature. If you are a golfer you can find a 9 hole golf course in town and at the hostel you can rent a golf set. For those who like bird watching you can find eiderduck farming at the entrance of town from May to June.
Waterfalls
Dynjandi is one of the most beautiful and impressive waterfalls in Iceland and it's only about 45 minutes away from Bíldudalur hostel. The water falls in many cascades down from 100 m height, forming a huge triangular. There is a walking path along the waterfall but it takes at least an hour to climb up the hillside. You will not regret the hike.
Museums
Although Bíldudalur only has a population of about 180 it is surprisingly rich of museums. It's a great idea to visit the Icelandic Sea Monster museum (Skrímslasetrið), located in the old canning factory in town opposite to the church. The museum offers a collection of books, displays and unusual items related to the sea monster tradition. After visiting the museum you should relax over a good cup of coffee and a home baked cake in the museum‘s café. If monsters are not your thing you can always walk across the street and visit the Music museum. About 35 minutes away from Bíldudalur your find the Samúel Jónsson art museum located in Selárdalur. Samúel Jónsson was a local artist that began to make colourful art statues after retiring without ever having received any artistic training. He also built a beautiful church next to the sculptures. On your way to Látrabjarg you should make a stop at Hnjótur in Örlygshöfn where you find interesting Icelandic folk museum.
Bird watching
Látrabjarg, in Iceland, marks the most-western part of Europe. It hosts millions of birds; puffins, northern gannets, guillemots and razorbills. It is vital for their survival as it hosts up to 40% of the world population for some species e.g. the Razorbill. It is Europe's largest bird cliff, 14km long and up to 440m high. Then from May to June you can find eider duck farming at the entrance of Bíldudalur.
Beaches
Hvesta in Arnarfjörður is a white sand beach you pass on your way to Selárdalur. It is very nice to make a stop there and let the children run out on the sand barefoot in good weathers. From the beach you will have a beautiful view over the opposite mountains.
Rauðisandur is a beautiful red-yellow sand beach about 10 km from the road to Látrabjarg. It offers a magnificent landscape with beautiful colours and nearby you find really nice café in summer. You need to walk for about 1 km over the beach to the ocean.
Nature bath
In Reykjafjörður, 20 km from Bíldudalur, you find a small natural hot spring with geothermal water of 40°C. Nearby you’ll find a manmade swimming pool also with geothermal water. In summer you can enjoy the midnight sun and in winter you will see the magic of the northern lights. The pools are just out in the nature open all night long! But please take good care of their environment.