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The Sjonarnipa-Sjonarsker Hiking Trail

07 May 2023

Of the innumerable hikes offered in Skaftafell National Park, the most popular are those that take you to Svartifoss and the breathtaking viewpoints of Sjonarnipa and Sjonarsker. There are actually several official hiking trails that lead to each of these sites: The S2

The Mjóifjörður Fjord

30 April 2023

Located on the east coast of Iceland, Mjóifjörður is the name of both a small town and a fjord. The village of Mjóifjörður (Brekka) is tiny, with only 42 inhabitants. Mjóifjörður is one of the many fjords along the eastern coastline and although it is one of th

Iceland's Most Beautiful Waterfalls

23 April 2023

With its rugged landscape and impressive glaciers, Iceland is made for cascades, and you can visit thousands of them spread all over the island. In fact, Iceland is known as “the land of 10,000 waterfalls” because they are all over the place, quite literally. Most a

Westman Islands Travel Guide

16 April 2023

The Vestmannaeyjar archipelago consists of 18 islands and a few other rocks and islets, all of which were borne from volcanic events. Often forgotten by tourists as you have to stray a bit far from route number 1, the Westman Islands as they are known internationally ar

Iceland's most beautiful caves

09 April 2023

Iceland's geology is unique and as a result the country offers an impressive number of volcanic caves and glaciers offering guided tours. The list below is far from exhaustive but these are the most visited in the country and won't disappoint. If you appreciate the wond

Thrihnukagigur Volcano

02 April 2023

Near the Icelandic capital Reykjavik, dominating the Bláfjöll Mountains area, there is a volcano called Thríhnúkagígur (Þríhnúkagígur), literally "the crater with 3 peaks". This dormant volcano has been inactive for four millennia. It was only discovered very r

Lakagígar: The Laki Craters

19 March 2023

Laki is a volcanic fissure in Iceland made up of no less than 135 craters stretching over 25 km. This string of craters is named Lakagígar in Icelandic, which literally means “the Laki craters”. Located in the south of the island between the huge Mýrdalsjökull an

Diving in the Silfra Rift

12 March 2023

Not only does Iceland have magnificent landscapes in the traditional sense, but the subaquatic scenery is also quite extraordinary. Indeed, Silfra is considered one of the 3 best diving spots in the world. Iceland has 2 unique and world-renowned dive sites, Silfra and S

The Hvammsvík Hot Springs

05 March 2023

There are countless hot springs in Iceland, and this latest addition the list in Hvammsvík opened very recently, in July 2022. Barely 6 months after the grand opening of Hvammsvík, the hot springs were listed by TimeOut magazine as the No.1 destination to visit in 202

Kvernufoss: The Hidden Waterfall

26 February 2023

Almost unknown next to its majestic neighbor Skogafoss, Kvernufoss is one of the hidden treasures of southern Iceland. Kvernufoss is neither the most powerful nor the highest waterfall in the country, but it does have some unique features that make it well worth a visit

Iceland's Most Beautiful Canyons

19 February 2023

Iceland is known for its countless volcanoes and glaciers. The glacial and volcanic landscapes of the island were shaped by geological forces over centuries, carving out the bedrock and sometimes producing absolutely magnificent canyons. There are numerous canyons all o

The Loftsalahellir Cave

12 February 2023

In recent years, the Loftsalahellir cave has become something of a tourist hotspot on the south coast of Iceland, attracting more and more visitors and photographers in particular. Indeed, this unique layout offers a breathtaking view of the south coast and in particula

Kerlingarfjöll hiking guide

05 February 2023

Lost in the heart of Iceland, Kerlingarfjöll, literally: “the mountains of the good woman”, is a very active geothermal site. It is a remote mountain range in central Iceland that offers unforgettable hikes. The highest point in this mountain range is Mount Snaekol

Puffins in iceland

29 January 2023

Puffins, known as "lundì" in Icelandic, travel to Iceland by the millions every year on their migratory route, so much so that this little bird has become the national symbol. The Atlantic puffin is a creature of modest size, since it measures about 30 cm and has a win

The Fimmvörðuháls Trek

22 January 2023

Fimmvörðuháls, literally the "Five Cairns Pass", is the stuff of legend in southern Iceland. This incredible trek, named after the landscape it crosses, takes you from Skógar to the Thórsmörk Valley through the famed Fimmvörðuháls ice pass. This is without a do

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The Sjonarnipa-Sjonarsker Hiking Trail

The Mjóifjörður Fjord

Iceland's Most Beautiful Waterfalls

Westman Islands Travel Guide

Iceland's most beautiful caves

Thrihnukagigur Volcano

Lakagígar: The Laki Craters

Diving in the Silfra Rift

The Hvammsvík Hot Springs

Kvernufoss: The Hidden Waterfall

Iceland's Most Beautiful Canyons

The Loftsalahellir Cave

Kerlingarfjöll hiking guide

Puffins in iceland

The Fimmvörðuháls Trek

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