Well, the land of ice and fire has something for thrill-seekers of all ages:<\/p>\n
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- River<\/a> rafting<\/li>\n
- Lagoons<\/li>\n
- Hot springs<\/li>\n
- Magnificent waterfalls<\/li>\n
- Volcanoes<\/li>\n
- Picturesque landscapes<\/li>\n
- Museums<\/li>\n
- Ice caves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You should even check out the Golden Circle<\/a>!<\/p>\n
All-in-all, there are many hidden gems in beautiful Iceland.<\/p>\n
From Reykjav\u00edk<\/a> to Husavik and beyond, Iceland offers plenty of sightseeing opportunities. More so for adrenaline seekers, nature lovers and backpackers.<\/p>\n
Let’s delve deeper into the adrenaline-packed things to do in Iceland.<\/p>\n
9 Amazing Things to Do When You Visit Iceland<\/h2>\n
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Things To Do In Iceland<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Iceland is a beautiful country and a bucket-list destination. The one-of-a-kind travel experience will get your juices flowing and create lasting memories.<\/p>\n
With volcanic, glacial terrains and rich cultural heritage, there’s much in Iceland.<\/p>\n
River Rafting<\/h2>\n
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Source: manawa.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n White water rafting is one of the best outdoor activities in Iceland.<\/p>\n
You hit the massive waves and hear the sound of gushing waters. Then, you speed through twists and turns, riding on the untamed adrenaline-pumping rapids.<\/p>\n
It’s an experience. One bound to give you a massive adrenaline rush.<\/p>\n
River rapids are graded based on their difficulty and skills required:<\/p>\n
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- Grade 1 (basic level)<\/li>\n
- Grade 2 (easy)<\/li>\n
- Grade 3 (moderate)<\/li>\n
- Grade 4 (extremely challenging).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
It\u2018s hard to find Grade 5 rivers in Iceland.<\/p>\n
Here are the top river rafting locations.<\/p>\n
Hvita Glacier River<\/h3>\n
Hvita Glacier River in Southwest Iceland is the source of the Gullfoss waterfall<\/a>.<\/p>\n
It originates from Langj\u00f6kull Glacier<\/a>, which is Europe\u2019s second-largest glacier.<\/p>\n
Grade: 2<\/strong><\/p>\n
East Glacial River Gorge<\/h3>\n
Located in the North of Iceland. Austari-J\u00f6kuls\u00e1 East Glacial River \u2014 otherwise known as the \u201cBeast of the East\u201d \u2014 originates from Hofsj\u00f6kull glacier.<\/p>\n
This white-water river is Iceland\u2019s best. It’s amongst the most challenging to maneuver. What’s more, it’s sure to awaken your inner adrenaline junkie.<\/p>\n
Grade:4<\/strong><\/p>\n
West Glacial River<\/h3>\n
Located in the North of Iceland in Skagafj\u00f6r\u00f0ur valley<\/a>. Vestari J\u00f6kuls\u00e1, or West Glacial River canyon<\/a>, originates from Hofsj\u00f6kull glacier.<\/p>\n
West Glacial River features natural hot springs by the riverside,<\/p>\n
Grade: 2<\/strong><\/p>\n
To enjoy these unforgettable rafting thrills, you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n
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- A helmet<\/li>\n
- A good pair of river shoes<\/li>\n
- A wet suit<\/li>\n
- A splash jacket<\/li>\n
- Sunglasses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Indulge in Seasonal Whale Watching in Iceland<\/h3>\n
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Best Time To Visit Iceland (Especially in 2020)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n A trip to Iceland is a great opportunity for watching 24 species of whales in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n
The species include humpbacks, dolphins, basking sharks and harbour porpoises, among others.<\/p>\n
The peak season is the summer months of April to October, especially June, July and August.<\/p>\n
Places you can watch whales include:<\/p>\n
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- Reykjav\u00edk <\/b>offers whale sighting tours year-round. Did you know? Whale watching during winter allows you to view the magical Northern Lights at the same time.<\/li>\n
- H\u00fasav\u00edk<\/b> is the whale capital in Northeast Iceland<\/li>\n
- Akureyri <\/b>in the North of Iceland is the second-largest city after Reykjav\u00edk. It\u2019s the best location for family whale spotting trips.<\/li>\n
- Sn\u00e6fellsnes Peninsula<\/a><\/b> in the west of Borgarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur is the best place to see orcas in Iceland.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\n Species <\/strong><\/td>\n City<\/strong><\/td>\n Specific Location<\/strong><\/td>\n Months of the Year\/Peak Season<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Orcas, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, porpoises, humpback whales,<\/p>\n Killer whales (winter), puffins (summer)<\/td>\n
Reykjav\u00edk<\/td>\n Faxafl\u00f3i<\/p>\n (Largest bay in Iceland)<\/td>\n
Year-round & April to October(Summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Humpback whales, porpoises, white-beaked dolphins<\/td>\n H\u00fasav\u00edk<\/td>\n Skjalfandi Bay<\/td>\n March to November<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Humpback whales, minke whales, porpoises, seals, white-beaked dolphins.<\/td>\n Akureyri<\/td>\n Eyjafjordur fjord<\/a><\/td>\n April\/May and November<\/p>\n (Summer and Winter)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n Orcas,<\/p>\n Sperm whales,<\/p>\n
minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, pilot whales<\/td>\n
Sn\u00e6fellsnes Peninsula<\/td>\n Olafsvik\/
\nGrundarfjordur\/
\nSn\u00e6fellsj\u00f6kull Glacier<\/td>\nFebruary to October<\/p>\n (Spring, Summer, and Winter)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
Enjoy Snowmobiling in the Midnight Sun<\/h3>\n
- H\u00fasav\u00edk<\/b> is the whale capital in Northeast Iceland<\/li>\n
- Reykjav\u00edk <\/b>offers whale sighting tours year-round. Did you know? Whale watching during winter allows you to view the magical Northern Lights at the same time.<\/li>\n