Tag: Glaciers

Come with us on a journey to explore Vatnajökull's newest discovery for 2023 – the enchanting Blue Ice Cave in Skaftafell, named in honor of its first visitors!

Can you imagine watching a movie inside a glacier, completely surrounded by ice? This year, RIFF takes the screening experience to a whole new level.

Iceland has numerous ice caves, from the Crystal Ice Cave in Vatnajökull to the man-made Into the Glacier ice tunnel on Langjökull, and not to mention the new ice caves that form every year. Each one has its unique quirks, colours and activ...

Glaciers cover over 10 percent of Iceland's surface, making them an iconic part of our landscapes. But that may change very soon. Studies show that between the years 2000 and 2019, Iceland lost around 750 square kilometers (290 square miles...

Do you have questions about the famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon? What is it? How did it form? Where is there to stay close by? Which are the best tours to take there? We have everything you need to know and more.

Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice, with the country's many spectacular volcanoes give it the 'fire'! Here are 7 of the best volcano tours that you can take!

Sometimes a mere couple of days is all we can spare for our international adventures. We’ve compiled the ultimate 48-hour adventure guide to Iceland.

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...

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...

Located on the largest glacier in Iceland is Vatnajökull Ice Cave, one of the many natural wonders that the island has to offer. Discover everything you need to know about this hidden gem before stepping inside for an icy adventure.

Those who have been bitten by the wanderlust bug probably know that the most mesmerizing beauties are often hidden from the crowd’s eyes. You have to get out of your comfort zone to find them. But when you do, your prize is much more than a...

Snowmobiling provides riders with an indescribable adrenaline rush, so why not spice up your travel plans and book a snowmobile tour? Click to learn more.

You have probably guessed that you cannot go ice climbing on a glacier with your toddler and that a multi-day wilderness backpacking tour may be too exhausting for your grandpa. But, would you have guessed that there are easy and safe ice c...

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!

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.

Iceland is a true waterfall paradise, everywhere you look, it seems, water is drizzling down in the most gorgeous streams you will want to stop and admire them for hours.

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!

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...

Katla, the most powerful volcano in Iceland, may be due for an eruption! Read up about what's been going on at Katla and when it's next expected to blow its top.

All About Thorsmork valley of Thor in Iceland, hiking trails, and facilities. Have you ever heard of this magical place? Where you can stand in between tall mountains, glaciers and volcanoes all at the same time while breathing in the beaut...

Winter is here and so is Game of Thrones Season 7 in a couple of weeks. Here you will find a list of filming locations in Iceland.

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!

Kay tells you all about her top 5 favorite places in Iceland. These places include the ever so stunning Ásbyrgi and Hofsós village in the North.

48 hours in Reykjavík might not seem like a lot, but with the right itinerary, some advanced planning and a good pair of walking shoes you’ll get to enjoy all the best things the city has to offer.

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...