There are so many trips and tours available
from Reykjavik that you won't find time to do
everything unless you stay for a few months!
Coaches, mini buses and 4x4's are used for transportation
to and from your destination and are all escorted
by local representatives who love to talk about
their country of which they are so proud, so
you will not miss a thing on your journey! Many
trips will take up the whole day as the country
is vast and there are areas which are quite
tricky to navigate (something to bear in mind
if you're thinking of hiring a car). Here are
just a pick of the tours you can book.
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Whale
watching is very popular and
there are several boat trips from Reykjavik
harbour. In the winter months the whales
will swim away seeking warmer waters but
they always come back from March to September
every year. Usual sightings include
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humpback
and minke whale but every trip is different
so you may spot other species, keep your
eyes peeled! You
can though opt for a longer boat trip
from the coastal town of Olafsvik on the
Snaefellsnes Peninsula. This
is a real heart racing experience where
everyone on board is on the look out with
binoculars waiting for a big blow of water
to appear from the ocean. What could it
be…? Humpback, orca or maybe the
largest whale in the world, the blue whale
which passes through these waters every
June. To see these magnificent creatures
in their natural habitat is a wonderful
experience and one that you will never
forget.
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The
popular Golden Circle tour, takes
you on a journey where you will encounter
the natural wonders of Iceland including
the stunning Gulfoss waterfall and spectacular
world famous geothermal geyser area. See
the exploding geysers leaping up high
in to the sky when you least expect and
natural spring pools that look very inviting.
You will also get the chance to visit
the Pingvellir National Park situated
in a volcanic
landscape of mountains where lava flows
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around the border of Iceland's largest
lake. Just don't forget your camera for
these unmissable sights.
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The Northern Lights tour goes on
search of this natural phenomenon known
as the Aurora Borealis which can only
be seen in the winter months and on a
clear night. Head off, away from the city
lights of Reykjavik to witness this hauntingly
spectacular display of light swirling
across the arctic sky. If you get to see
the lights you will hardly believe your
eyes.
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A
trip to Iceland would not be complete
without a visit to the Blue Lagoon.
This unique geothermal spa is the most
famous site in Iceland. Relax in the waters
made up of its active ingredients: minerals,
silica and algae which applied all over
the skin will leave it feeling soft and
replenished.
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Blue lagoon is open all year round due to
the constant warm temperature it keeps.
So enjoy, come rain, sun and snow! |
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