5 memorable experiences to discover in Iceland

Few places on earth can offer landscapes as spectacular and varied as Iceland. Glaciers, erupting geysers, smoking volcanoes, lunar lava landscapes, floating icebergs, and picturesque small villages are all on the agenda! So, we have selected 5 must-do experiences for your stay in Iceland!

Visit the capital Reykjavik

The capital of Iceland, Reykjavik, located on the coast, is the largest city in the country. Indeed, this city offers you the opportunity to enjoy a variety of wonderful activities. In winter, Lake Tjörnin, located in the capital, is frozen and you can even skate on it! Laugavegur Avenue, in downtown Reykjavik, will allow you to enjoy very nice shops and restaurants. Finally, during your visit to the heart of this city, don't miss the most beautiful view offered to you at the top of Hallgrimskirkja church! You will be able to admire an exceptional landscape!

Go hiking on the Sólheimajökull glacier

During your trip to Iceland, many hikes are possible. However, the Sólheimajökull glacier hike is by far the best to do for all types of people. As you walk near this glacier, the landscapes are extraordinary and simply breathtaking. In Iceland, glaciers make up 11% of the territory's surface and they cover many volcanoes! Among these volcanoes, you can even find the famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano! So, come and discover this impressive place by taking a 3 to 4 hour hike, accompanied by a guide, starting from 80 euros!

Observe the northern lights and the midnight sun

Iceland is renowned for being one of the most beautiful countries in the world, notably thanks to its landscapes and its sky which offer impressive spectacles! Indeed, if you want the opportunity to see the northern lights, it is recommended to go to Iceland during the winter season. To admire this night show, we advise you to go to the north of the island near Akureyri, or to the south in the Jökulsárlón lagoon. It is an incredible experience that you must have if you are going to discover this magnificent country. To admire one of the craziest natural phenomena in the world, a guided excursion in search of the northern lights is possible starting from 45 euros!

Go to the Myvatn natural baths

If you have decided to go to the north of Iceland, don't miss the chance to visit the Myvatn natural baths. The hot waters and the incredible landscapes will only delight and impress you! Indeed, the water of the Myvatn natural baths comes from a natural spring below this site, its temperature is between 36°C and 41°C! It is also important to know that visiting this site, created in 2004, will cost you much less than the "Blue Lagoon" site. This place will notably allow you to have a sublime view of the region! In reality, the best time to go there is winter. The opening and closing hours during this period are from October 1st to April 30th, from 12pm to 10pm. Admission for adults is 38 euros, while for younger visitors, admission is 25 euros.

A dog sled ride

In Iceland, a dog sled ride is absolutely not to be missed! Pulled by Siberian huskies for the most part and Greenland dogs, this fantastic experience is the ideal way to observe the wonderful landscapes of the country. To enjoy this superb activity during your stay, go in winter to the north of the country near Lake Myvatn, or in the capital Reykjavik on the Langjökull glacier! It is important to book in advance for this kind of activity, particularly loved by children. Indeed, this activity is very popular and many requests are made in advance.