Tag: Iceland
Valagil Waterfall
July 18, 2018If you’re visiting Ísafjörður in the Westfjords, you must find time to see Valagil waterfall. It’s just a 25 minute drive from Ísafjörður and doesn’t yet seem popular with tourists, … read more
Mt. Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
July 18, 2018Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellsfoss, the mountain-waterfall duo, had always been a bit out of reach. During our first two trips to South Iceland, we devoted our time to visiting other sites … read more
Kvernufoss Waterfall
July 18, 2018Five days before our trip, I was scrolling through my Iceland-heavy Instagram feed and found a waterfall I’ve never seen before, posted by a photographer, @photos_by_mabu. After messaging the photographer, … read more
Snaefellsjoekull National Park
July 13, 2018About a two hour drive north of Reykjavík is the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and Snaefellsjoekull National Park, loaded with coastal gems like historic fishing villages, ancient volcanic formations, cliffs, and beaches, … read more
Látrabjarg Cliffs
July 12, 2018The Látrabjarg cliffs–a must see when visiting the Westfjords. The cliffs are perfect for hikers, bird watchers, and photographers. As you get to Látrabjarg, there are some portable toilets before … read more
Dynjandi Waterfall
July 12, 2018Dynjandi, the biggest waterfall in the Westfjords, is a thundering powerhouse. Within the Dynjandisvogur bay overlooking the largest fjord in the west, Arnarfjörður fjord, this waterfall is a sight for … read more
Rauðisandur Beach
July 12, 2018In the remote Westfjords, Rauðisandur Beach stretches over 6 miles long under the watchful eye of dramatic, surrounding cliffs. The road in and out of the area follows up and … read more
Gljúfrafoss Waterfall
April 20, 2016Update – July 10th, 2018: There is now a well maintained path that takes you from Seljalandsfoss to Gljúfrafoss. Not so hidden anymore! Gljúfrafoss is a small and hidden waterfall … read more
Seljavallalaug Pool
April 20, 2016Seljavallalaug Pool was built in 1923 and is one of the oldest pools in Iceland. It is man-made, but naturally heated by a nearby hot spring, and kept up by … read more
Silfra Snorkeling
April 19, 2016We booked our Silfra Snorkeling tour online through Arctic Adventures for 17,990 ISK per person (about $130 USD). You can also book the tour at their office in Reykjavik, but booking online … read more
Thingvellir National Park
April 9, 2015Thingvellir National Park is on the World Heritage list for it’s Icelandic cultural relevance and natural significance. Thingvellir means “Parliament Plains” and was established around 930 as the place for major religious … read more
Vík í Mýrdal
April 9, 2015Vík í Mýrdal is the most southern village in Iceland. The village lies directly beneath the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, which itself lies on top of the Katla volcano. If an eruption occurred, the … read more