Tag: Glacier hiking

Are you looking for a Winter Wonderland to escape to? Look no further! The guide to Iceland in January is here! Everything from what to see and do to daylight hours, all in one place.

Finding a new ice cave is never easy. This mission starts around the first two weeks of September, after a storm and, possibly, a glacier flood, the elements needed to carve a new ice cave. We never know what to expect, as the structure is ...

November is a beautiful month to visit Iceland. It might be cold, but there are endless options for great activities and fun! Here are some ideas on what to do in Iceland when visiting in November.

Wondering how to spend a weekend in Iceland during the winter? If you're traveling for a short time, you'd likely want to organize and preplan to make the most out of your trip. Here you'll find some ideas for spending a memorable weekend i...

Many visitors to Iceland opt for a winter holiday when the nights, snow and ice are at their most captivating. Here’s a quick guide to the best things to do in Iceland in winter time.

Skaftafell and Sólheimajökull glaciers are probably two of the most visited glaciers in Iceland. Many people come to Iceland with the same questions—how are they different, and which one is better? In this blog post, we'll try to answer tho...

Today’s interview location is truly extraordinary - we are standing on the top of Falljökull glacier, one of the many glaciers on the Vatnajökull ice cap. Before us, we see the glacier lagoon and the line of dark moss resembling where the g...

Each year, thousands of visitors travel to Iceland to experience and enjoy the country’s exciting hiking routes, some of which deservedly appear on lists of the best hikes in the world. Gifted with an extremely varied landscape and awe-insp...

There are so many amazing ways to explore Iceland, it is almost overwhelming but fear not! We are here to help with the Iceland Vacation Bucketlist - the top 11 things to do in Iceland. Make sure to read this one before planning a trip to t...

Struggling to choose your next hiking destination? Read on to learn why Iceland is a hiker's paradise and discover the country's most spectacular hiking trails!

We’ve compiled the ultimate 48-hour adventure guide to Iceland. Read on to learn how you can enjoy the best adventures the country has to offer in two days

Iceland is definitely not an ordinary country. Did you know that Reykjavík is the Northernmost capital on Earth? This country is home to many once in a lifetime experiences that will completely blow your mind. In Iceland, nothing is impossi...

Whether you’re on an extended stopover in Reykjavík or enjoying a city break, a holiday in the city doesn’t mean waving goodbye to your Icelandic adventure. Reykjavík is the perfect hub from which to explore the wildest, most untamed parts ...

Most tourists who visit Iceland rent a car to explore the country’s many beauty spots. However, there are lots of ways to explore Iceland without the hassle of having to rent and drive a car.

When exploring a new country one often thinks what should I do there? Icelanders might be a small nation but the county is not.. Here is a helpful guide on which things to try in Iceland and the best value tours to take to tick off your Ice...

Here we show some of the best photos our participants have shared on Instagram from our trips and tours around our wonderful country of ice and fire. Keep on using #arcticadventures it's so much fun to see your beautiful photos!

Our three-day itinerary is perfect for those who are visiting Iceland in the summer, and who would like a good balance between hiking and sightseeing. It is great for those who want to go to both Landmannalaugar and visit the South Coast.

Iceland is every photographer's paradise. It really doesn't matter if the weather in Iceland is difficult. This just adds mystique to the photos, this has been proven over and over again and her @lebackpacker does it one more time! We are h...

Here we have the amazingly talented @moners, @lyesk, @asyrafacha and @jeffonline join for a great photo blog from the time they joined us for a glacier hiking and climbing tour on the stunning Sólheimajökull glacier. Enjoy the show!

When the driver dropped us near the glacier, our glacier guide provided us with all the equipment we needed. We were given glacier crampons to put on our hiking shoes so we wouldn't fall or slide about. We, also, were given ice axes for add...