
What to do in Iceland
Why we recommend visiting Iceland
If you are looking for an adventure, Iceland is the place for you.
With nature like no other, adventure is on every corner.
We offer packages that include some of these activities but we also offer some of them as self-drive locations.
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.
Ideas for your trip to Iceland
- Snorkel between continents Not your typical snorkel since on this tour you snorkel between continents and get free pictures of yourself and your group. It is no wonder that this is one of our most popular tours.
- Go whale watching A great way to experience Iceland's wildlife is to go whale watching on a boat. From Hauganes you have a 99 percent chance of seeing a whale. The most common species are humpback and minke whale, harbor porpoise, and white-beaked dolphin.
- Go Glacier hiking or Glacier climbing The more advanced way to experience the land of Ice is definitely to go on a glacier hike. You don’t need any equipment or any experience, your guides will teach you everything. For the more adventurous ones, you can also climb!
- Visit an Ice Cave During the glacier walk, you will be exploring breathtaking ice formations and moulins while learning how glaciers are formed and how they constantly change. The most amazing feature you will see is undoubtedly the naturally formed ice cave. You will be able to walk inside this dazzling structure to see the great blue ice found within. Every year our guides search for the most extraordinary Ice Cave to visit since they are constantly changing.
- Bath in geothermal hot springs What better way to relax than in a geothermal hot spring. They can be found all across the country, some of them hidden while others are more easily accessible.
- Visit waterfalls and geysers Iceland is known for its beautiful waterfalls like Gullfoss, Skógafoss, and Seljalandsfoss. Most of them are in rural areas on the countryside. Geysir is a spring characterized by an intermittent discharge of water ejected turbulently and accompanied by steam. As a fairly rare phenomenon, the formation of geysers is due to particular hydrogeological conditions that exist only in a few places on Earth.
- Go hiking One of the things that make Iceland so beautiful is all of our mountains. We have many trails and when you reach the peaks you have views like no other!
- Jökulsárlón Glacier lagoon The Glacier Lagoon is a must-stop for everyone that drives the South Coast past it. For a real Instagram photo place, this is the one. Watch the free-flowing icebergs from melted glacial water as it continues to grow as ice blocks crumble from the ever-shrinking glacier. You can take a boat ride around the lagoon and watch the seals play in the ice-cold water.
- Diamond Beach Just a few minutes' walk from the Glacier lagoon you can visit Diamond Beach, the home of many seals. There the icebergs which fill the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon wash up on shore, creating a stark contrast with the black volcanic sand. This beautiful display makes it a favorite location for photographers and nature lovers.
- Víðgelmir Lava Cave Visit the biggest lava cube in Iceland. This tour takes to the naturally formed lava tunnel due to a volcanic eruption. The actual size of this cave is still unknown, but about 1600-meter-long part of the cave is accessible for tourists to experience, making it one of the longest and largest lava caves in the world.
- Reynisfjara One of the most beautiful black sand beaches in the world is located here in Iceland, and we call it Reynisfjara. It is located near to the village, Vík í Mýrdal. Be careful of the strong tidal waves. The waves have carved out a magnificent cave on the beach that is really cool to check out! Many famous tv-series and movies have used this location, for example Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Star Trek.
- Horseback riding Enjoy Icelandic country life on an Icelandic horse. No prior experience needed. The Icelandic horse is known for being the only breed that can perform five gaits (five types of walk), while other breeds only know about 3-4 types.
- VÖK baths Visit gorgeous Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland and take a bath in a collection of serene geothermal floating pools with an infinity view.
- Go Northern lights hunting Take a ride outside the city during winter and cross your fingers for a clear sky. It might be your night to view the magnificent Northern lights. What's better than drinking hot chocolate while watching this natural phenomenon?
Why we recommend visiting Iceland
If you are looking for an adventure, Iceland is the place for you.
With nature like no other, adventure is on every corner.
We offer packages that include some of these activities but we also offer some of them as self-drive locations.
Are you ready to turn into an adventurous "Ice-cave Explorer Troll" 🧌 ? Come join our Tröll Expeditions team on an extraordinary journey to the majestic Katla Ice Cave. This unique experience is perfect for those who are seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure away from the crowds and looking forward to being lost in the wild, breathtaking landscapes of Icelandic nature. Our experienced glacier guides will lead you through the mysterious wilderness in a Super-jeep from Vik, sharing fascinating tales about the area, interesting facts related to the Katla volcano, and geological insights along the way. Safety is always our priority: our guides will provide you with helmets, headlamps, and crampons to ensure a smooth journey. Witness the awe-inspiring combination of fire and ice as you explore the volcanic glacier outlets of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, a remote location inaccessible to most. With panoramic views, stunning ice formations and tunnels, and the chance to see real Game of Thrones Dragon-Glass, this tour is one of Iceland's best-kept secrets.
You will need a car to join this activity. Silfra Fissure is located in the Thingvellir National Park – around 50 minutes away from Reykjavik. If you do not have a car, you can book this tour here with a transfer.
Prepare for an epic journey through Iceland's breathtaking landscapes! You will ride in a powerful 4x4 Super Jeep, conquering pristine wilderness, venture into the heart of a glacier, and explore the stunning Blue Ice Cave, renowned as the "Crystal Palace." Before your eyes, shimmering shades of blue ice, millennia-old crystalline domes, and ever-changing glacial crevasses and tunnels will create a once-in-a-lifetime moment frozen in time.
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.
Explore the ever-changing ice formations of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on a guided walk. This tour gives you a close look at a landscape shaped by ice, where conditions shift from season to season. Depending on the time of year, you may walk into crevasses,or see ice features from above as the surface changes in summer. Your guide may also point out interesting details like glacier-shaped formations or patches of “glacier mice,” small moss balls found on the ice.
Embark on a 5-day journey through some of Iceland’s most remarkable landscapes and cultural sites, starting from Reykjavík. Your adventure begins with the Golden Circle, where you explore Þingvellir National Park, the site of Iceland’s first parliament and the meeting point of two tectonic plates. From there, witness the erupting hot springs of Geysir and the cascading Gullfoss waterfall, a classic example of Icelandic geology and natural power.
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 3-hour tour focuses on an easy, guided hike onto the Sólheimajökull glacier, an outlet of the mighty Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Highlights include traversing scenic crevasses and viewing vast ice formations, volcanic remains, and glacial tunnels (moulins). Participants receive comprehensive safety gear (crampons, ice axe) and guidance from a certified expert, allowing for an intimate, safe, and visually rewarding experience on one of Iceland's most panoramic glaciers.
This tour offers a thrilling combination of glacier hiking and ice climbing on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include using specialized gear (crampons, harness, and twin ice axes) to climb a secure ice wall or crevasse face, spending approximately 3 hours on the ice, and exploring dramatic ice features like moulins and crevasses in the stunning mountain landscape of the Skaftafell area. No previous climbing experience is required, as expert guides teach you the necessary techniques.
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.