Kayaking along the forested coast from Fljótsbotn to Atlavík is a short but beautiful route. It is easy to bring boats to the Lagarfljót on the sandbanks at the estuary of Gilsár. Along the way there are many small coves where you can take land. But it's worth keeping in mind that the Lagarfljót is very cold and deep, and it's not advisable to row on it except in calm weather.