There are many interesting caves and lava tubes in Iceland, some of them a short distance from Reykjavik. Some are easy and need minimum of equipment, others are more difficult and need special gear, which tour operators can supply. We can arrange a caving adventure, either as a day tour – or part of a…
Various cultural events are available, most of it in Reykjavik but some also in other areas. As an example can be mentioned various musical concerts (classic, jazz, pop), traditional music, theatre, opera, cinema, some specially prepared for foreigners, in English language. There are also special festivals, such as the Reykjavik film festival, various musical festivals.…
Diving or snorkeling in the clear water of the fissure Silfra in the Thingvellir National Park is well known in the world of diving and an unforgettable experience. No previous experience is needed for snorkeling but for diving you need a PADI certificate. The operators provide dry suits and necessary equipment but you need warm…
Iceland has many rivers and lakes which offer excellent opportunities for angling of wild Atlantic Salmon and various types of trout and char. The salmon season is from mid June to mid September but the trout season is more varied and fishing through ice can even be arranged in winter. Some of the best salmon…
Glacial lagoon Boat tour. Boat tours on the Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon are offered during the summer, every day from 9 am to 5 pm. The boats are amphibian with capacity for 25 passengers, duration about 45 minutes. There are seals in the lagoon and several types of fish and rich bird life in the area. …
Production of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers and lettuce, as well as flowers, in greenhouses heated with geothermal water, is an important and advanced activity in Iceland. We can take you on a visit to a flower farmer, who is located on the Golden Circle in the south of Iceland. A great example of a…
Hiking in Iceland with private guide. Iceland offers various interesting hiking possibilities, through scenic and variable landscape with interesting flora and birdlife. We can plan anything from several days hiking tours to short hikes which we fit into our standard driving tours. Please let us know what you have in mind and we will advise…
Bird hunting is a very popular sport in Iceland, the main species being the migrating geese (the greylag and the pink footed geese) and the arctic ptarmagan. The geese season is September/October and the ptarmagan season is limited to Friday – Sunday from late October to early December. We can arrange guided hunting trips but…
For more than a thousand years, the small but amazingly strong Icelandic horse has played a vital role in Icelandic history. Dubbed „The most useful servant“, many Icelanders credit the horse for the survival of the Icelandic people. The settlers brought with them horses from Norway and the British Isles, strong and muscular they served…
Kayaking can be arranged in various parts of the country, both sea kayaking as well as fresh water kayaking. No previous experience is needed as tours are guided and safety measures are strict. Such tours of various durations and difficulty levels can be built into your program; just let us know if you are interested.