Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Faxaflói Bay has a way of grabbing you. This Reykjavík whale-watching tour takes you out from the Old Harbour on Andrea, a big, comfortable vessel built for Iceland waters, with an expert guide helping you spot whales and dolphins fast. You also get a hands-on learning angle onboard, from an app in 5 languages to … Read more
Whales are the main event here. This Húsavík whale-watching tour takes you into Skjálfandi Bay with live guide commentary, and you get warm overalls plus a real “treat on the way back” feel with hot chocolate and a cinnamon bun. I love that the crew tends to keep the boat moving carefully so wildlife isn’t … Read more
Icebergs and waterfalls, plus a very long day. This full-day bus trip strings together Iceland’s south-coast heavy hitters, with Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon at the center of it all. I love how you get proper time at the lagoon to watch icebergs drift and change shape in front of you. I also like the human side: … Read more
Blue crevasses make glacier hiking addictive. On Sólheimajökull Glacier, you can choose a short family walk or a longer trek, but you still get the same core payoff: stepping onto real ice and seeing how fast glaciers change. I like that this is a small-group hike with certified guidance, so the views feel earned instead … Read more