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Stuðlagil (Studlagil) canyon in Iceland

23 July 2023

The Stuðlagil Canyon is located in eastern Iceland, hidden in the middle of the Jökla River, some distance from the beaten track of road number 1. Stuðlagil is said by many to be the most beautiful canyon in Iceland. With its incredible basalt columns and turquoise w

Iceland's Reindeer

25 June 2023

Reindeer are not native to Iceland but introduced by humans from Norway and Lapland at the end of the 18th century. This was a dark time for Iceland, the island ravaged by famine and natural disasters. The locals tried becoming reindeer herders like the Sami in Lapland,

The Krysuvikurberg Cliffs

11 June 2023

At the southern tip of the Reykjanes peninsula, less than forty kilometers from the capital Reykjavík, you will find the perfect place to observe birdlife: Krysuvikurberg. It's relatively easy to get to Krysuvikurberg as long as you have a 4x4 vehicle. You'll need to t

The Leirhnjukur Hiking Trail

28 May 2023

Krafla is not just one, but a system of volcanoes located in the Myvatn region of Northern Iceland, which is one of the most active volcanic zones in the world. If you came to Iceland to see volcanoes, this is the place to be! Find out more about the Lake Myvatn region

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 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

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

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

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

Iceland's Famed DC3 Plane Wreckage

15 January 2023

Lost in the sands of Sólheimasandur in the far south of Iceland lies the wreck of a US Army plane. This carcass is in fact a Douglas R4D-8, or Super DC-3, that once flew for the US Navy and has now become one of the most photographed sites in southern Iceland. Located

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Stuðlagil (Studlagil) canyon in Iceland

Iceland's Reindeer

The Krysuvikurberg Cliffs

The Leirhnjukur Hiking Trail

The Sjonarnipa-Sjonarsker Hiking Trail

The Mjóifjörður Fjord

Iceland's most beautiful caves

Thrihnukagigur Volcano

Diving in the Silfra Rift

Kvernufoss: The Hidden Waterfall

The Loftsalahellir Cave

Kerlingarfjöll hiking guide

Puffins in iceland

The Fimmvörðuháls Trek

Iceland's Famed DC3 Plane Wreckage

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