Things to Do in Iceland & Iceland Highlights

Things to Do in Iceland

With an endless list of geological wonders, it’s the astounding landscapes that really steal the show when it comes to experiences in Iceland. For those seeking a dose of adrenaline, hike your way across the vast Sólheimajökull glacier, journey down into the depths of Raufarhólshellir to explore ancient lava tunnels or embark on an exhilarating snowmobiling adventure across the vast Langjökull glacier.

Cook the family dinner

Reykjavik, Iceland

Take over the kitchen at Salt Eldhús for a hands-on Nordic cooking class. Three courses of Icelandic fish and free-range lamb, then the whole family sits down to eat together.

Geothermal power plant

Hellisheiðarvirkjun, Southern Iceland, Iceland

Visit the Hellisheiði ON Power plant to see how Iceland produces green energy from volcanic heat. Interactive exhibits, turbine halls, and the Carbfix CO2 storage project.

Northern Lights with an Astronomer

Reykjavik, Iceland

Beneath Iceland’s vast winter sky, enjoy privileged access to Hotel Rangá’s observatory for an intimate evening with renowned astronomer Sævar Helgi, where the Northern Lights unfold through story, science and rare insight.

Private Icelandic Farmstead & Food Experience

Southern Iceland, Iceland

A private day in Iceland’s countryside exploring working family farms. Meet farmers, greet animals and enjoy homemade tastings with a farm-to-table lunch, uncovering an intimate, unhurried side of Iceland far from the crowds.

Whale watching from Snaefellsnes

Snaefellsnes, western Iceland

Set sail from the Snæfellsnes Peninsula for a private whale-watching adventure, spotting orcas, humpbacks, and more against the dramatic backdrop of Snæfellsjökull Glacier and Iceland’s unspoiled coast.

South Coast

Southern Iceland, Iceland

Reynisfjara’s jet-black beach, troll-legend sea stacks, the village of Vík, and two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls: Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. A full day along one of the world’s great road trips.

Sky Lagoon

Soak in an infinity-edge geothermal lagoon carved from lava, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Five minutes from Reykjavik and the perfect way to land in Iceland.

Glacier hike

Southern Iceland, Iceland

Strap on crampons and hike across the crevasse-riddled glacial tongue of Sólheimajökull with a certified mountain guide. Ancient ice, jagged ridges, and sink holes.

Inside the Volcano

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

Descend 120 meters into the magma chamber of a dormant volcano. One of the only places on earth where you can stand inside a volcanic heart.

Snorkeling Silfra

Silfra, Southern Iceland

Float between two tectonic plates in water so clear you can see 100 meters. The Silfra fissure in Thingvellir National Park, rated one of the world’s top ten dive sites.

Glacier lagoon and ice cave

Jökulsárlón, Southern Iceland

Giant icebergs drifting across Jökulsárlón, the largest glacier lagoon in Iceland. Then strap on crampons and walk inside a glacier ice cave beneath Vatnajökull.

Glacier lagoon and national park

Jökulsárlón, Southern Iceland

Giant icebergs drifting across Jökulsárlón, sparkling white glaciers, jagged mountains, and endless black sand beaches. Vatnajökull covers 13 per cent of Iceland.

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