In the past couple of years, especially this decade, Iceland has experienced a big tourism boom more than they can imagine. This could be attributed to the blockbuster Hollywood movies and series that got people so curious that they actually want to go and experience it for themselves. In fact, a lot of film producers come to Iceland to take advantage of what the country has to offer.
I personally have long dreamed to go to Iceland for more reasons than spotting movie and TV locations in Iceland but for everything this magical country has to offer.
Today I am sharing my visiting Iceland travel bucket list in hopes that someday I get to cross this one out from my European dream travel destinations someday soon.
Chasing the Northern Lights Tour
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If you want to embark on a quest to witness one of nature’s most magnificent phenomena the Aurelia Borealis, this is one of the must things to do in Iceland. The perfect time to start chasing northern lights in Iceland is around August to November and starts at 9 pm onwards. The best place to do this is the Reykjavik area.
Get Mesmerized at Jokursaron Glacier Lagoon
Experience a day full of glaciers, icebergs, and waterfalls at Iceland’s jewel. Jokursalon Glacier Lagoon is one of the most spectacular natural wonders in Iceland. You’ll be floating on a stream of 1000-year-old ice formations. You can even take a dip in the lagoon if you want to. Don’t forget to see two famous waterfalls at the Skògafoss and Seljalandsfoss. The best time to do this is in May.
Experience the Simple Icelandic Lifestyle at the Snæfellsness Peninsula
Travel to the charming fishing villages of Grundarfjondur, Arnarstapi, and Hellnar and Discover the slow-paced lifestyle of the villagers and fishermen. Marvel at the stunning mountains and volcanic craters, black sand beach and look at the seal colony. The best time to do this is the first week of May.
Go on a Snowmobile Riding Tour
Explore the stunning landscapes of Iceland on a snowmobile tour at the Golden Circle across the Langjökull glacier, Iceland’s second largest glacier. Best to do this very early in the morning and join a chartered bus tour to the area. At the tour, they will show and explain to you the amazing powerful active geysers that erupt every minute at Strokkur. Learn more about the unique geology of the Thingvellir National Park and see one of the most important sites featuring the Islandic history and lore. The best time to start doing this is in May.
Check out the Kerid volcanic crater
Observe boiling hot spring upclose as it releases water up to 30 meter high every 8 minutes! May is the best time to do this.
Whale Watching
There is a 90 to 99% chance that you will spot a whale aboard a whale-watching boat in Iceland at the Reyjvavik old harbor.
Diving in Iceland
You can actually go scuba diving in Iceland. They are not known for this but if you are one of those experienced divers and want a new location, this is one diving spot you want to dive into. Best done in Silfa in Þingvellir National Park. The water in Silfra is amongst the clearest in the world with water visibility between 80 and 100 m (262 and 328 ft).
I think got my visiting Iceland travel checklist covered. Please leave a comment below if you have any other suggestions that I have not mentioned above.
Stay gorgeous everyone!
