Iceland is one of the best vacation destinations in the world. The country boasts of many amazing features, including waterfalls and ice glaciers. Throughout the year, Iceland receives thousands of tourists from different parts of the world. Visiting Iceland allows you to interact with other tourists and locals. This provides an ideal environment for you to learn about different cultures and broaden your view of nature and its gifts. Although there are many activities you can engage in while in Iceland, here are some must-do activities that will make your trip memorable.
Bath in the Blue Lagoon Spa
Blue Lagoon is one of the most popular tourist attractions sites in Iceland. The lagoon holds milky, sapphire waters that are deemed to have healing powers. The geothermal pools at the Blue Lagoon Spa are rich in silica and Sulphur, which have medicinal benefits to the human body. While at the spa, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding environment. Blue Lagoon tickets are available year-round and can be purchased online in advance.
A Visit to Lake Myvatn
Lake Myvatn is a breathtaking attraction site in North Iceland. Visiting the lake during the summertime will change your perception of the idea that Iceland lacks insects. The lake, also known as “Fly Lake,” usually has a cloud of winged insects buzzing over it. A visit to the lake gives you an experience of other surrounding features such as pseudo-craters and the beautiful volcanic rock formations.
Explore Ice Caves
Iceland has some of the world’s most mesmerizing ice caves. A visit to Iceland would be more interesting if you visited the Blue Ice Cave in Skaftafell. The cave is located in one of Iceland’s highest mountain range. Experience the thrill of an entirely blue environment while inside the cave.
Go Whale Watching
Iceland is home to many sea animal species. The most iconic cetacean species in the country is the Blue Whale. While on your visit to Iceland, whale watching is a must-do activity for an excellent experience. Although rare species, such as the Killer Whales and Fin Whales can be spotted, Minke Whales and Humpback Whales are the most popular sited species. Get in touch with a whale-watching touring group to get the right time and place to watch whales.
Hike a Glacier
Iceland is home to the largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajokull. The glacier is hosts a series of active volcanoes and ice caves with breathtaking features. The Vatnajokull glacier is surrounded by Vatnajokuluu national park. The park hosts other features such as the Jokulsarlon, a glacial lagoon with icebergs in it. While hiking the glacier, a knowledgeable guide will show the routes through the vast ice fields.
The above are just a few of the many things you can do while in Iceland. If you love sports, Iceland has many games that you can play. This includes the famous ice-skating championships. Although tourist attractions are open throughout the year, the best time to book a trip to Iceland is during the northern lights season. During this period, you will enjoy the scenic views of auroras in the sky.
