Top 6 Adventure Activities in Iceland

Iceland : Iceland, the land of fire and ice is a paradise for adventure lovers. IcelandWith its incredible landscapes, geothermal gems and otherworldly wildlife, it's little wonder this Nordic island is a hot spot for adventurous travellers. Six Incredibly Fun Things You Can Do When Exploring Iceland

1. Glacier Hiking

Hike on an astonishing glacier — one of the many glaciers you find in Iceland, and be more specificed about Vatnajökull which is Europe's biggest glacier. With guided tours, that field will provide you with all the material and knowledge necessary to navigate through these icy terrains in a safe manner. Hike on some of the most ancient ice formations in Iceland, feel and see the blue ice caves & crevasses snaking through them.

2. Snorkeling in Silfra

And for those who like to be underwater, snorkeling in Silfra is a must! The gap between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates creates water that is one of the clearest in terms of visibility, with an average sight range up to 100 meters. The ample creatures in Silfra: the diving do not only be exciting due tothat one irreplaceable feeling when you get into an absolute different environment, right between two continents and stunning vibrant underwater life with such an astonishing visibility.

3. Icelandic Horse Riding

We have our unique gait called the Tölt that you can experience when we take a stroll through the many landscapes on Iceland. The small ponies of Iceland are remarkably friendly and mildly tempered; they have an incredibly smooth gait, known as a "tölt," that allows easy riders to sit them comfortably. Discover volcanic trails crisscrossing beaches and wetlands, lush valleys rattling with bubbling streams and seasonal waterfalls, smooth coastlines decorated in rugged cliffs.

4. Super Jeep Tours

Superjeep – the most amazing off road adventure to be had in Iceland, an experience taking you out with a super jeep to some of its remote and beautiful spots. The use of these strong vehicles enable them to travel even in the uneven terrain and places where you normally cannot reach. Drive into the highlands and see hot springs with time for a short hike to cascade waterfalls, far stretch of lava on this jeep ride.

5. Whale Watching

There is no place in the world better to see whales than on a whale watching tour off of Iceland. Ride a boat in Reykjavik or Akureyri with humpback whales, killer whales and the largest blue whale ever lived. Just seeing those amazing animals break the surface is literally breathtaking and a fantastic natural experience.

6. Northern Lights Hunting

Witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights, a visual gift of nature which gives color to your sky. The winter months offer the best opportunity to catch all of this magical display. Take part in a night-time guided trip that will venture outside the city, where light pollution is less intense and you have more of an opportunity to be lucky enough to witness this amazing sight. Even better, your trip will leave you with stories to tell for a lifetime, like that time when the aurora borealis cracked open just miles from where you were standing.

Adventure junkies are well taken care of in Iceland with a myriad adventure activities to satisfy all kinds of thrill loving tastes on an Iceland vacation. Whether you are trekking across a glacier, sailing through ice-laden waters or waiting for the northern lights to dazzle, this magnificent island is an adventure-adrenaline buffet.