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Iceland Adventure: Top Activities To Include On Your Trip
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items If you're planning a trip to Iceland, this list will provide you with invaluable suggestions based on my own experience in the land of ice and fire. Having been there for a week and completing the entire Ring Road, I can say that the island is one of... Keep reading to plan your perfect trip.
Even if you don't have time for a full vacation in Iceland, don't worry! Iceland Air offers stopovers on the way to other destinations for no extra fee. See if you can work in a few days when visiting somewhere else in Europe.
Icelandair Offers Stopovers
This blog post provides insight on where to stay, where to eat, when to go, and what to do when visiting Iceland. It is curated based on my actual experience on the island.
Iceland Travel Planning Blog Post
Northern Lights are very popular in Iceland but require a visit in the Fall through Winter seasons. If you are there at that time, use this forecast link to check out your chances of seeing the Aurora.
If Seeing The Northern Lights Is On Your Bucket List - Use This Link to Check the Aurora Forecast
There are some great options for accommodations in Iceland. You can plan your overnight stays once you have your route planned.
Find & Book the Best Hotels in Iceland
The capital city of Reykjavik is a great spot for enjoying a meal, doing some shopping and seeing the sights. Be sure to plan some time there.
Visit Reykjavík
By far the most popular spot to visit in Iceland, the Blue Lagoon is a convenient location either on the way to or from the airport. Indulge in a little spa time.
Blue Lagoon Entry Ticket with Optional Transfer
For some amazing fresh seafood, be sure to check out Seabaron. The famous lobster soup was the best we have ever had!
Restaurant in Reykjavik - Seabaron/Sægreifinn
If you are short on time, you can still see a lot. You can drive the Golden Circle on your own to see beautiful waterfalls, spouting geysers and gorgeous scenery along the way. Read this blog for exactly how to do it.
Driving Iceland's Golden Circle
Be sure to visit the Geysir Geothermal Park, where you can see active geysirs and bubbling hot pools. Strokkur spews every few minutes, so stick around to see this natural show. This spot is free to enter, but make sure to get there early to avoid th...
South Iceland's Dynamic Geysirs, Glaciers, Rifts, and Rumbling Volcanoes
This blog post outlines the experience of snorkelling in Silfra and why we think this is a fantastic activity. Touching two tectonic plates and the same time isn't something you can do everywhere. Check it out!
Learn About The Amazing Option of Snorkelling at Silfra
One of the most exhilarating experiences ever! Snorkelling in a dry suit while checking out a fissure that runs between two tectonic plates is pretty cool! This is the tour we took, and we felt safe and taken care of the whole time.
Silfra Snorkeling Day Tour
One of the coolest things to do in Iceland is a trek on a Glacier. We did this and saw some incredible scenery and ventured inside an ice cave. It is a must-do activity!
Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour
This gorgeous black sand beach is absolutely stunning. The enormous basalt columns and roaring surf are an amazing sight to see. Just be careful not to go too close to the water's edge. This is not a swimming beach!
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
This spot is an awesome place to see large icebergs that have broken off the glacier. It is an amazing place to see - Mother Nature at her best. This is the link to the local company that we used for our zodiac ride in the lagoon.
Jökulsárlón - An Amazing Glacier Lagoon in Iceland
This little city, located in the northern part of Iceland, is a quaint gem with loads to see and do. Be sure to add it to your itinerary.
Plan to Visit The Northern City of Akureyri
This beautiful garden has an extensive number of plants from all over the world. And best of all, it is free to visit!
Visit The Most Northern Botanical Garden in the World!
We had a fantastic meal at this restaurant. Located on the water, the food was fresh, and the service was good. Check it out for a very nice meal.
A Great Restaurant in Akureyri - Strikid
If you make it up to the north side of the island, be sure to check out whale watching in Akureyri. This was a very memorable experience for us.
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat
In our opinion, this thermal bath location is nicer than the Blue Lagoon. It has a more natural setting and isn't as crowded. If you are in the north, make sure to put this on your list.
Myvatn Nature Baths | Geothermal Baths