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The Sandafell Hike
The Sandafell Hike
24 August 2025

The Sandafell Hike

Nestled in the Vestfirðir peninsula (Westfjords), the hike to the summit of Sandafell is a well-known trek among locals. Overlooking the peaceful village of Þingeyri, this modest peak offers spectacular views of Dýrafjörður fjord, the surrounding mountains, and the

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Our Guide to Hiking and Trekking in Iceland

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Seljavallalaug : the Secret Pool

Seljavallalaug : the Secret Pool11 February 2024
Seljavallalaug is one of the best swim spots in Iceland, a magical hot tub in the wild nestled between two mountains which is the last place you'd expect to find a pool! Iceland is full of hot springs, each more pleasant than the last: the hot water rivers as in Reykada
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Seljavallalaug : the Secret Pool

Akureyri: guide to the northern capital

Akureyri: guide to the northern capital04 February 2024
Akureyri is the fourth largest city in Iceland with over 18,000 inhabitants, and it's a great stop-over before moving on to to Myvatn, Godafoss or Húsavík. Being the largest city in the area, it is often referred to as the capital of the north. Akureyri is often the m
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Akureyri: guide to the northern capital

The Stakkholtsgjá Canyon

The Stakkholtsgjá Canyon28 January 2024
Stakkholtsgjá is a stunning canyon located in the southern highlands of Iceland, world famous for its hiking trail which leads to a majestic waterfall. The gorge is located in the Þórsmörk region in the south, one of the most beautiful places in Iceland.  The Stak
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The Stakkholtsgjá Canyon

Thórsmörk: Hiking Trails and Panoramic Views

Thórsmörk: Hiking Trails and Panoramic Views21 January 2024
Very popular with locals for their own holidays, Thórsmörk (Þórsmörk or literally: “Thór's Woods”) is a glacial valley located between the Eyjafjallajökull glaciers in the south, Tindfjallajökull in the north, and the imposing Mýrdalsjökull in the east. Su
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Thórsmörk: Hiking Trails and Panoramic Views

The Remundargil Canyon in Þakgil

The Remundargil Canyon in Þakgil14 January 2024
The Thakgil region, or Þakgil in Icelandic, is home to a well-kept secret: the Remundargil Canyon. This gem of the south is carved into the land between the Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the vast sands of Mýrdalssandur, just north of the charming town of Vík í Mýrdal
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The Remundargil Canyon in Þakgil

The Sólheimajökull Glacier

The Sólheimajökull Glacier17 December 2023
A pride of the south, Sólheimajökull is what's known as a glacier tongue or ice tongue that grew out of the huge Mýrdalsjökull ice sheet. Greater Mýrdalsjökull is known for being home to several volcanoes that have often attracted attention in Iceland. This is the
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The Sólheimajökull Glacier

Harpa: The Reykjavik Cultural Center

Harpa: The Reykjavik Cultural Center10 December 2023
Harpa is a world-famous building in the center of Reykjavik. Renowned for its modern architecture, this Icelandic icon is decorated in thousands of glass panels and serves as a theater, concert hall, auditorium, and convention center all at once. It is among the city's
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Harpa: The Reykjavik Cultural Center

Arctic Foxes in Iceland

Arctic Foxes in Iceland03 December 2023
The polar fox, or Arctic fox, is believed to have arrived in Iceland 10,000 years before our era and is the only native mammal in the country. Even though the polar fox population is tending to decline in Iceland, the number is estimated at more than 7,000 individuals t
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Arctic Foxes in Iceland

Laugarvatn Fontana Hot Springs

Laugarvatn Fontana Hot Springs19 November 2023
Laugarvatn Fontana, a spa offering access to the hot springs of Lake Laugarvatn, is situated just a short stroll away from the renowned Thingvellir National Park within the Golden Circle region. The locals in Laugarvatn have a longstanding tradition of utilizing the min
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Laugarvatn Fontana Hot Springs

The Múlagljúfur Canyon

The Múlagljúfur Canyon12 November 2023
The Múlagljúfur Canyon is an absolute must-see when you're exploring southern Iceland. While it remains somewhat off the beaten path for most travelers, it has been gaining popularity in recent years. At the heart of this canyon lies the breathtaking Hangandifoss wate
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The Múlagljúfur Canyon

Ljótipollur Lake

Ljótipollur Lake05 November 2023
Ljótipollur lake is one of the jewels of the Landmannalaugar region. Often ignored by tourists, this site is a place of rare beauty with one of the most unfortunate names in the country... Ljótipollur literally means “ugly mud pool” in French. The lake is located
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Ljótipollur Lake

The Vatnajökull Glacier

The Vatnajökull Glacier29 October 2023
Vatnajökull is more than just a glacier: this colossal ice cap, located in southern Iceland, covers 8,400 km² making it the second largest ice cap in Europe. If you have a chance to visit “the glacier of the lakes” you will be awed by the raw power of this landsca
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The Vatnajökull Glacier

Skaftafell : hiking in the park

Skaftafell : hiking in the park22 October 2023
Skaftafell Park was its own national park until 2008 when it was integrated with the new Vatnajökull National Park and its 8500 km² of wilderness. This particular gem is not to be missed if you stay in South Iceland. Skaftafell one of the most beautiful parks in Icela
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Skaftafell : hiking in the park

The Haifoss Waterfall

The Haifoss Waterfall08 October 2023
The magnificent Haifoss waterfall, literally “high waterfall” in Icelandic, is the 3rd highest waterfall in Iceland. Located in the lush Þjórsárdalur (Thjorsardalur) valley, this particular fall is often forgotten by tourists, but it's their loss! The Fossá trib
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The Haifoss Waterfall

The Golden Circle in Iceland

The Golden Circle in Iceland01 October 2023
The Golden Circle is one of the most visited regions in Iceland. It is a true tourist hotspot, the area being conveniently located near the capital Reykjavik and home to 3 of the most popular sites in Iceland. The Golden Circle extends over 70 km at its widest and runs
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The Golden Circle in Iceland
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