Things to do in Iceland
Elding Whale Watching Reykjavik11 optionsBlue Lagoon Tours17 optionsGlacier Walks11 optionsDay Trips from Reykjavik18 optionsHorse Riding Reykjavik15 optionsFood Tour Reykjavik21 optionsIce Cave Tour from Reykjavik18 optionsReykjavik Airport Transfer14 optionsSnowmobile Reykjavik11 optionsAkureyri Northern Lights Tour5 optionsReykjavik Walking Tour44 optionsSecret Lagoon Tours11 options
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Silfra Snorkeling & Fly Over Iceland: Local Guide, Photos, Hot ChocolateYou’ll float through crystal-clear Silfra fissure with a local guide (and maybe taste glacier water), then warm up with hot chocolate before soaring above Iceland’s landscapes on an immersive virtual flight ride. Expect underwater photos, flexible timing from Reykjavik, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve dried off.
Reykjavik ATV & Helicopter Combo: 1.5-Hour Ride & ViewsThis combo activity in Reykjavik pairs a 1.5-hour ATV ride across mountain terrain with a helicopter flight over the capital and surrounding ranges. You start with hotel pickup, get briefed and geared at the base camp, then drive up to Reykjavik Peak before being transferred to the helicopter office. The helicopter includes a 20-minute landing on a mountain peak to step out and take in the view. No ATV experience is required, and children from age 8 can ride as passengers.Is it for me?Pick the single-rider ATV if you want to control your own machine on the mountain climb; choose shared if you prefer to split costs and ride together—then both options include the helicopter flight afterward, so you experience Reykjavik from ground level and from above in one outing.
Golden Circle tour: Þingvellir, Gullfoss & StrokkurA private Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik visits Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and the Strokkur hot spring with a personal guide and hotel pickup included. The itinerary has no fixed schedule, so you set the pace at each stop instead of moving with a group clock. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the guide speaks English.Is it for me?The tour moves at your pace rather than a fixed schedule, which suits travelers who want to linger at one site or move quickly through another—the guide adapts instead of keeping everyone on a clock. A moderate level of walking is needed to reach the viewpoints at each stop, so it's not a drive-by tour; you're on your feet exploring the sites themselves.
Reykjanes Peninsula Tour: Volcanic Sites & Geothermal FieldsA private guided tour of the Reykjanes Peninsula from Reykjavik covers volcanic sites, geothermal fields, the Bridge Between Continents and Reykjanes Lighthouse, with pickup included and a guide who adjusts the route to your interests. The drive from Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes each way, and the tour lasts 4 to 5 hours. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available.Is it for me?At 4 to 5 hours including drive time from Reykjavik, this tour fits a half-day without eating into the rest of your schedule. The private format means your guide can linger at the stops that matter most to you and skip or shorten the ones that don't, so you're not locked into a group pace or a fixed sequence.
Mosfellsdalur Horse Riding Tour Near Reykjavik - 3 HoursA private 3-hour horse riding tour near Reykjavik for riders with previous experience, based at a small farm in Mosfellsdalur just 20 minutes from downtown. You ride with a live English-speaking guide who tailors the route and pace to your individual level, working through different gaits and building your understanding of proper technique. Light refreshments and a helmet are included; total time from arrival to departure is around 4 hours.Is it for me?Book this if you've ridden before and want three hours of one-on-one instruction to work on technique and different gaits; the private format lets your guide tailor the session to your level instead of keeping pace with a group.
Family Horseback Riding in Thorlakshofn: Icelandic HorsesFamily horseback riding in Thorlakshofn, Iceland takes you west across lava fields toward geothermal steam vents and the 12th-century Strandakirkja church, with a live English-speaking guide, snacks and all riding equipment included. The ride is four hours and suited to experienced riders; children are welcome from age 12. Pickup is available on one option.Is it for me?Book this if you've ridden before and want to spend a full morning or afternoon in the saddle across real Icelandic landscape—the four-hour commitment and medium difficulty mean it's built for riders who are comfortable on a horse, not beginners or families with younger children.
Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier: Private Super Jeep Day TripYou’ll stand at Þingvellir between continents, watch Strokkur erupt at Geysir, get misted by Gullfoss waterfall and ride out toward Langjökull glacier in a Super Jeep — all with a local guide who actually seems happy to answer your weirdest questions. This private day trip from Reykjavik includes pickup and plenty of moments you’ll want to remember later.
Helicopter Tour from Reykjavik: Hengill Area with LandingA helicopter tour from Reykjavik that flies over the Hellisheiði Plateau—Iceland's most active volcanic region—with a landing at the Hengill geothermal area. The flight covers lava fields, hot springs, geothermal power stations and basalt mountains, then circles back over Reykjavik. A live English-speaking guide narrates the route; children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?The flight runs 50 minutes to just over an hour, which leaves the rest of your day open for other activities in or around Reykjavik. If you want to see Iceland's volcanic geology from the air and stand on an active geothermal site without committing a full day, this fits the window.
Solheimajokull Glacier Hike with Gear & Local GuideYou’ll step right onto Sólheimajökull’s gritty glacier surface with a local guide who knows every crack and story. Expect real Icelandic weather, gear provided, and time to pause at crevasses or try out your best Icelandic pronunciation. It’s challenging but worth it — you’ll remember that strange quiet long after you leave.
Fludir Secret Lagoon: Natural Hot Springs & Northern LightsYou soak in naturally heated water at 38-40°C in an open-air pool surrounded by geothermal vents and a geyser that erupts every few minutes. Winter visitors often see the northern lights reflected in the water. Your ticket includes unlimited time, so you stay as long as you want without a tour schedule or group pressure.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to soak in natural Icelandic hot springs without the crowds or infrastructure of larger pools — the admission ticket is your only cost, and you control how long you stay.
Horseback Riding in Iceland: Matched to Your Skill LevelA private horseback riding tour near Reykjavik matched to your skill level, from total beginners to experienced riders. Your guide chooses calm, reliable horses for a relaxed ride or spirited ones for a more adventurous outing, and tailors the route to what you want. Helmets, boots, rain gear and hot drinks are included; children from age 5 are welcome. You arrive 30 minutes before departure to meet the horses and your guide.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide who adjusts pace and horse choice to your skill level rather than fitting into a group schedule.
Westman Island electric scooter tour: Volcano storiesAn electric scooter tour of Westman Island where you ride your own Kaabo Wolf Warrior bike with a guide who tells the stories of the volcano and the island's past. You get the scooter, helmet, safety vest, knee and elbow covers, and a safety briefing before departure. Children from age 14 are welcome.Is it for me?A guided scooter tour covers more ground than walking and moves at a pace that lets you absorb the guide's stories about the volcano and the island's past, without the noise or emissions of a gas engine.
Horseback Riding from Reykjavik: 1 Hour in the SaddleA 3-hour horseback riding activity from Reykjavik that includes hotel pickup, a short riding lesson at the stable, one hour in the saddle through the Hólmsheiði hills and surrounding mountain views, and refreshments afterward. The operator matches each rider with a horse suited to their level and provides helmets and well-maintained saddles. Live guides speak English, German or Danish.Is it for me?You ride the horses yourself for the full hour — this is not a walk or a demonstration — so it suits anyone who wants to actually be in the saddle rather than watching from a distance. The small-group format and matched horses make it work for first-time riders and experienced ones alike, and the morning timing and 3-hour total duration fit easily into a day of exploring Reykjavik.
1-Hour Buggy Riding in Icelandic Nature: Visit waterfallsA one-hour buggy ride in Icelandic nature where you operate a two-seater vehicle yourself, covering waterfalls and gravel roads with a live English-speaking guide. The ride starts from Brú basecamp on Road 249 after a safety briefing; you wear an insulated cover-all, helmet and balaclava mask for protection. Shared rides pair two people in one buggy, or book a single ride if you prefer to go alone.Is it for me?Book a single ride if you want to operate the buggy solo; choose a shared ride if you want to split the cost with another traveler and both take turns driving or ride together in the same vehicle. The one-hour length works if you are passing through the area and want to try the activity without committing a full day to it.
Reykjavik: Unlimited 4G WiFi Rental for 10 DevicesYou pick up an unlimited 4G hotspot in Reykjavik that connects ten devices and works anywhere in Iceland—no throttling, no hidden fees, no SIM card swaps. Local support is on call, and you drop it off when you leave. It's the simplest way to stay connected on the road, from the capital to the backcountry.Is it for me?Right for groups or solo travelers who need reliable GPS and weather updates on backcountry drives without buying a local SIM or hunting for WiFi. The hotspot works everywhere in Iceland, which is what makes navigating remote roads and staying in touch possible at the same time.
Lake Myvatn UTV Buggy Tour: Volcanoes, Lava & Local GuideYou’ll drive your own UTV buggy across Lake Mývatn’s volcanic landscapes with a local guide leading the way. Expect crunchy lava underfoot at Dimmuborgir, sulfur-scented air near Námafjall, and stories from someone who grew up here. Includes helmet and warm overalls if you need them—plus plenty of moments you’ll want to remember.
Reykjavik: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Highlights WalkYou’ll wander Reykjavik’s colorful streets at your own pace, solving playful clues through landmarks like Harpa and Rainbow Street. Pause for coffee or photos whenever you feel like it — no schedule chasing here. With each puzzle you’ll notice details most people miss, and maybe find yourself laughing over a tricky question or two.
Reykjavik: 3-Hour Christmas Food Tour & Jólaöl TastingYou meet outside Hlöllabátar at Austurstræti and spend three hours moving through Reykjavik's Christmas spots with a local guide, tasting smoked lamb, laufabrauð, gravlax, reindeer paté and pickled herring at restaurants along the way. You'll sample Jólaöl, malt & appelsín, and mulled wine (or hot cocoa if you prefer), visit the Little Christmas Shop where you get a small gift, and finish at the ice skating rink and Christmas stalls. All food and drinks are included, so you arrive hungry and leave full.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Reykjavik during December and want to taste the actual Christmas food locals eat without spending the day researching restaurants and timing your own stops—the guide handles the route and the food is already waiting at each place.
Reykjanes Peninsula & Blue Lagoon: Geothermal Tour with Premium EntryYou spend the morning on the Reykjanes Peninsula learning how tectonic plates work by standing on them—Kleifarvatn Lake, Seltún's mud pools, Gunnuhver hot spring, and the Bridge Between Two Continents are all stops on the way. Hotel pickup is included, the guide handles the geology, and you end the day soaking in the Blue Lagoon with premium entry, a mud mask, towel, one free drink, and additional treatments already paid for. The whole thing takes about 7 hours and you're back in the city by early afternoon.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to understand Iceland's geology by walking on it, not just reading about it—the geothermal stops and the bridge between tectonic plates are the real draw, and the Blue Lagoon at the end is the reward for a morning spent in a landscape that feels genuinely alien.
Snowmobile tour Langjökull Glacier from HusafellA 1-hour snowmobile ride on Langjökull Glacier departing from Husafell, with pickup from your hotel, full cold-weather gear, and a local guide leading you to the glacier's top. Children from age 6 are welcome. The operator provides helmets, warm overalls, gloves and overshoes; you receive safety instruction before the ride begins.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually ride a snowmobile across a glacier rather than take a photo of one from a distance. The 1-hour ride is long enough to reach the top and feel the scale of the ice, but short enough to fit into a day trip from Reykjavik with pickup included.
