Top 5 things to do in Reykjavik

Iceland is a country like no other. A trip to Iceland’s capital is an absolute must, at least once in your life. You’ll discover the most beautiful things the world has to offer. Exceptional flora and fauna and landscapes that are unique in the world will make this trip an unforgettable experience. If you want to visit Iceland in the summer, from June to mid-July, you’ll be in the period of continuous sunshine. In winter, it’s the other way round. You’ll only get 4 or 5 hours of sunshine a day. From March to April and from September to October, daylight hours are similar to those in Europe. It’s up to you to choose the date that suits you best.

1- Observe the most impressive of mammals

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Description: This is not an activity you can do everywhere. Although they are present in all oceans, whales are mammals that are difficult to observe. Iceland is reputed to be a whale stronghold. These animals fascinate us all with their splendour and rarity. On this excursion to the waters of Andrea, your guide will take you out to sea to see whales, white-beaked dolphins, porpoises and, with a bit of luck, orcas! Everything has been designed with your comfort in mind. Knowing that the temperatures are low or even negative, a wetsuit is offered to you. The boat’s seats are also heated. If you’re unlucky enough not to have had the chance to see whales, a second ticket is offered so that you can witness this extraordinary spectacle.

2- Discover the Golden Circle

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Description: For 8 hours, you will be taken to discover the south-west of Iceland and its exceptional landscapes. You’ll discover the Golden Circle, a 300-kilometre circuit that includes Iceland’s three most visited tourist sites. Your first stop is the Kerio crater. This is a volcanic crater with a lake at the bottom. Next, you’ll contemplate Gullfoss Falls, known as the Golden Falls. This waterfall is one of Iceland’s most emblematic tourist attractions. Admire the power of the water as it pours down a narrow gorge. Your journey continues in the Geysir geothermal field. You’ll have the chance to see the impressive Strokkur geyser, which is the island’s best-known and most active. The geyser erupts every 8 minutes, so you won’t want to miss out on this jet propelling itself some 40 metres. The name geyser also comes from this region, which is Geysir. To round off this excursion, you’ll have the chance to discover Thingvellir National Park (Þingvellir, translated as “plains of parliament”). This French name comes from the fact that it was here that Iceland’s first parliament was established in 930. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004, this is one of Iceland’s must-see tourist attractions.

3- Admire the Northern Lights

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Description: If there’s one place where you can see the Northern Lights, it’s in Iceland. You’ll head away from Reykjavik to make the most of this light show caused by the interaction between solar wind particles and the upper atmosphere. The bus will make several stops so that you can take some great photos. As weather conditions are beyond our control, the Northern Lights may not appear. But don’t worry, if you’ve had a bad day, you’ll be invited back for a second visit, completely free of charge. This tour also includes a ticket to the Northern Lights Museum in Reykjavik.

4- Swim in the mythical blue lagoon

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Description: After a long day visiting the wonders of Iceland, would you like to relax for a while? You’ll love this activity, and I’m 100% sure you will. The site includes a sauna, a hammam, a massage waterfall and even a bar in the water. If you choose this activity, you’ll also get a free drink. Enjoy the healing waters and a complimentary silica mask. It’s an idyllic place to relax and enjoy Iceland’s unique landscape.

5- Practice your hiking skills in an unusual setting

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Description: Hiking in Iceland is undoubtedly the best way to admire Mother Nature’s picture-postcard landscapes. As Iceland is reputed to be one of the countries with the most intense volcanic activity, what could be better than a hike on one of its volcanoes? The reason for this high density of volcanoes is that Iceland itself was created by volcanic eruptions. On top of this, Iceland lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge: a large chain of volcanoes that separates the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. On this hike, you’ll be visiting one of the country’s best-known volcanoes: Fagradalsfjall, which had a major eruption in the summer of 2023. Don’t worry, the climb is on the opposite side of the eruption. The northern part of Grindavik is closed for safety reasons.