Iceland is a wonderful place to go hiking.  There is an abundance of waterfalls, volcanoes, canyons, and glaciers, so you’ll never get bored on the trails! It would take a lifetime to discover all the incredible places that you can go hiking in Iceland. Unfortunately, most people aren’t able to visit for that long!  If […]

There are some awesome boating and river rafting adventures to be had in Iceland.  Thanks to the meltwater running off its mighty glaciers, Iceland has countless glacial rivers and lagoons that are waiting to be explored.  The oceans surrounding the country are teeming with life, offering plenty of opportunities to go whale watching or fishing […]

If you want to see whales and dolphins in the wild, Iceland is the place to do it! The waters surrounding Iceland are teeming with life. An incredible variety of whales and dolphins come to hunt here year-round.  There are 23 different species of cetaceans that are regularly spotted in the Icelandic seas.  These include: […]

Seljalandsfoss is a unique and beautiful waterfall near the South Coast of Iceland.  This is one of the very few places in the world that you can safely walk behind a crashing waterfall. From this unusual perspective, you will be covered in a fine mist of glacial meltwater that comes flowing down from the Eyjafjallajokull […]

Iceland is the safest country in the world. Do not take our word for it: the Global Peace Index rated Iceland as the world’s least violent country for 12 years running! The biggest threats to travelers in Iceland come from unpredictable weather patterns and extreme winter conditions. This can make both hiking and driving more dangerous […]

If you are planning a trip to Iceland, you are going to need to know how to pay for things! Iceland is an almost cashless society, with nearly every purchase made by credit and debit cards. You won’t need much cash at all for your trip. However, there are some important things that you need […]

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most iconic locations. Located in the South East of Iceland, this enormous lake is fed by glacial meltwater from the largest Glacier in Europe. In the water, icebergs bob up and down, and seals hunt for their dinner. Above you, arctic birds squabble over fish and screech at […]

You simply cannot come to Iceland without a visit to our spectacular Vatnajökull National Park. You will find enough breath-taking scenery and exhilarating activities to keep you busy for a lifetime, but we have condensed everything you need to know into this ultimate guide to the park, helping you to get the most out of […]

Thingvellir National Park in Iceland is a UNESCO World Heritage site where the Mid-Atlantic Rift is visible above sea level, and fissures of pure water present magical underworlds for divers and snorkelers. Althingi, the longest-standing parliament in the world, was founded in Thingvellir, which shaped the park’s history. There are many aspects to Thingvellir National […]

Iceland is a land of changeable weather and otherworldly sights. It is essential to know what to pack to feel prepared on your trip to Iceland. From boots to waterproof camera cases, our list of organized essentials is enough to streamline any packing extravaganza when you need to know what to pack and what not […]