Active Iceland
Iceland is nature at its most rugged and raw. Dramatic icecaps, active volcanoes and steaming lava fields make up an ever-changing landscape which simply begs to be explored. Here are five ways to immerse yourself in Iceland on an unforgettable winter adventure.
Northern Lights Hunt
During the winter months, Iceland’s clear skies can light up with the wondrous glow of the Northern Lights. You need to get remote, away from any light pollution, to stand the best chance of catching this nocturnal light show, and our local guides know where to look. Head out into the crisp, cold night to witness the beautiful green and red lights as they dance upon dark midnight skies.
Snowmobiling
Experience the thrill of driving across the Mýrdalsjökull glacier by snowmobile. As you glide through the wilderness, you’ll feel miles away from the everyday. All the gear you need is provided and they’re surprisingly easy to drive – just accelerate or brake! Don’t forget to take in the magnificent views over the black sandy beach and Eyjafjallajökull volcano as you fly past.
Private Super Jeep Tour
In Iceland, sometimes only an oversized all-terrain jeep will get you where you want to go. Surrounded by majestic glaciers and birch woods, the Thorsmork Valley is only accessible in one of these mountain vehicles. Hold on tight as your driver-guide takes you on an exhilarating off-road ride over rugged terrain and icy rivers to explore the valley’s extreme nature.
A Turf-Topped Home
Beautifully bleak and utterly remote, Torfhús Retreat in southern Iceland is the place to come and hole up in cosy turf-topped cottages made from stone, grass and wood. Situated in the wild cinematic scenery that surrounds the Golden Circle, outdoor pursuits in the elemental landscapes are part of its allure. Traverse the valleys to watch geysers spurt and thundering waterfalls plummet or ride an Icelandic horse across black sand beaches. Climb up into the glaciers of the highlands or ascend into the magma chamber of a dormant volcano. Come home for a soak in your geothermally heated basalt stone hot pool and watch out for the Northern Lights.
Into The Glacier
Don your crampons for an extraordinary opportunity to see Langjökull, Europe’s second largest glacier, from the inside. The world’s largest man-made ice tunnel stretches for over 500 metres underneath the glacier’s surface. As you go deeper inside, you’ll see the ice change colour from white to striking deep-blues and violets. Once you reach the centre, you’ll find a spacious natural ice cave alongside a hair-raising crevasse.
