Clamber through a cave, cross a river on a log, and climb up ropes into Iceland’s deepest canyon to get a glimpse of Glymur. Until 2011, this post would have been titled Hike to the Tallest Waterfall in Iceland. Since then, scientists have discovered there is a taller waterfall in […]
Reykjavik
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If you’ve been around Reykjavík, it’s likely you are already acquainted with the Esjan Mountain Range, likely without even knowing it. Just across Faxafloi Bay the imposing flat topped mountains loom, setting the scene for a great picture of Sun Voyager and many other perfect postcards. The most popular hiking […]
If you were dropped just twenty minutes beyond the capital of Iceland, Reykjavík, the landscape at Heiðmörk Nature Reserve would fool you into thinking you were on Mars. The Rauðhólar, or red hills, are 5,200 year old pseudocraters which were created when lava flows on top of swamps making the […]
A hidden forest in the heart of the Icelandic capital Reykjavík, Ellidaardalur isn’t well known to the typical tourist. Discovering dense woods is a rarity on the island, making it all the more magical of a place. The preserve is a 3 ½ miles long by up to a mile wide […]
Shopping in Iceland can come with a hefty price tag, but if you catch the largest flea market in the country open only on weekends in Reykjavik – you might be able to haggle a decent deal. Kolaportið Market has been around for almost 30 years, it offers a bit […]
Birders traveling in Iceland flock to the capital city Reykjavík where up to 50 species of waterfowl reside at Tjörnin. Translating to pond, the prominent body of water is home to many interesting birds including eider, gadwall, scaup, greylag goose, and whooper swan. You can find information about different species […]
On the outer reaches of Iceland’s capital city Reykjavik, at the most northwestern point of the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula sits Grótta Lighthouse. A bird sanctuary, place of beauty and solitude, this is a favorite spot for those looking to get away from the bustle just a few blocks away. To reach the […]
Iceland is filled with natural splendor everywhere you look. In the capital city of Reykjavik there are manmade wonders which are worthy of your time as well. Hallgrímskirkja A national sanctuary, active church, and the most recognizable building in Iceland stands 244’ tall, visible from just about anywhere you look […]
Traveling to Iceland wasn’t planned as a foodie trip, but it turned out to be one anyway. Much of the country is devoid of any restaurant options, and not just for fine dining, gas station dinners were a norm. However, during my stay in the Reykjavik I discovered some of […]