
What to do in Iceland
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Information about Iceland
Iceland is an island in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean. Iceland got its name since it is a land where 11% of the country is covered with glaciers.
It is very common to Hike on Glaciers in Iceland. However, Glaciers have a huge impact on some other places in Iceland too.
1. Snorkeling in Silfra
Water in Silfra is named as the clearest water in the world. The water in Silfra is a meltwater which comes from Longjokull glacier about 60 km (37.2 mi) north of Silfra. The meltwater travels underground through lava fields where it gets filtered even more, making the water the clearest in the world. It takes roughly 100 years for the meltwater to travel from the glacier to Silfra.
2. Waterfalls in Iceland
There are countless waterfalls in Iceland, however some of them are more special. Some of the waterfalls in Southern Iceland are the formed by the melting glaciers, where meltwater travel from the glaciers many miles away, eventually forming a waterfall. All of the meltwater eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
3. Glacier Lagoons
One of the most beautiful phenomenon in Iceland are the lagoons that the meltwater creates. The most famous and visited one is Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, which is located in the east of the largest glacier in Iceland. In Jökulsárlón you can find at any time of the year huge icebergs floating around. It is possible to view them from a parking lot, however to experience the huge lagoon to the fullest, it is possible to take a boat around the lagoon (operated only during summer months).
4. Diamond Beach
Diamond Beach is the second most famous beach in Iceland, followed by Reynisfjara (the Black Sand Beach). On the Diamond Beach you will find smaller icebergs which traveled from the nearby glacier. It is a very popular area, so you'll likely encounter some other people while exploring. The beach is open year-round and is by far the most beautiful beach in Iceland.
How to get there
Want to visit the above mentioned places but don't have a car?
Sharing a minibus with a few other travelers from around the world is cheaper than renting a car and traveling by yourself in Iceland.
Gas, accommodation, breakfast are included in the price.
This 12-hour day trip from Reykjavík provides a focused itinerary covering geological and natural landmarks along the South Coast. Key attractions include a walk-behind experience at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, the majestic Skógafoss Waterfall (where you can climb to the top), a hike on the Sólheimajökull Glacier (with all necessary safety equipment provided), and a visit to the volcanic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, home to basalt columns and Atlantic waves.
Join us for a two-day adventure to Iceland’s spectacular South Coast. The journey's highlights include visits to the iconic Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, a guided glacier hike on ancient ice, and the opportunity to enter a natural blue ice cave (Oct-Mar). You will explore the surreal beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the nearby Diamond Beach, followed by a stop at the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. In the evenings, you’ll have a prime chance to spot the Northern Lights thanks to a remote countryside hotel stay.
This three-day guided minibus tour focuses on exploring Iceland’s key geological attractions and glacier activities, offering a comprehensive winter experience of the Golden Circle and South Coast. The tour operates from Reykjavík and includes two nights' accommodation. This is the only 3 day minibus tour in Iceland with two glacier activities are included, a glacier hike and an ice cave visit.
In this multiday tour package we combine some of our best tour options. You’ll get the chance to see the beautiful Western Iceland. There, you’ll explore the hidden gem of the West, the peninsula of Snæfellsnes also known as “Iceland in a nutshell”. Snaefellsnes is characterized by magnificent and picturesque sites: glacial-carved mountains, endless black beaches, moss topped lava fields, volcanic craters, coastal cliffs topped off by the volcanic glacier Snæfellsjökull and the Center of the Earth.
This fully guided, 6-day minibus tour offers a pragmatic and comprehensive exploration of Iceland, covering all major regions—the Golden Circle, South Coast, East Fjords, and North Iceland—in a single trip.
This 8-day guided tour is the perfect way to discover Iceland’s incredible variety of natural wonders. The comprehensive journey takes you from the capital of Reykjavík all the way to the ‘Capital of the North,’ Akureyri, and beyond. Your adventure begins on the famous Golden Circle, where you'll visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall, the erupting Geysir geothermal area, and the historic Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.