Arctic Adventures

22/08/2025

✨ Visiting Reykjavík right now?
Don’t miss out - tomorrow is Reykjavík Culture Night! 🎉

This annual festival isn’t just one of the city’s biggest events - it’s also Reykjavík’s anniversary celebration. Since August 18, 1786, locals have marked the day with art, music, food, and Icelandic hospitality (the theme is literally “Come on in!” 🏠✨).

📅 When: August 23, 2025, from 12 pm–10 pm
📍 Where: Across central Reykjavík - from Langahlíð to Hagatorg and Grandi
🎆 Highlight: A firework shows at Arnarhóll at 10 pm

From street stages to museums, even private gardens, the whole city comes alive - and the best part? It’s all free. 🙌

Photos from Culture Night 2024, captured by

21/08/2025

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: Iceland’s most famous glacier lake ❄️💙
See giant icebergs drift from Vatnajökull Glacier to the Atlantic, spot seals in the water, and walk across the road to Diamond Beach. Every visit looks different- the lagoon is always changing.

Planning your South Coast trip?
Here’s your full guide to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon:

Marvel at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs drift from Vatnajökull. A must-see natural wonder in South Iceland, perfect for photography and tours!

20/08/2025

✨ What Are the Northern Lights, Really?
They’re not magic (though they feel like it). 🌌

The Northern Lights - or Aurora Borealis - are caused by solar particles colliding with Earth’s atmosphere. When that energy is released? The sky glows green, pink, violet, even red.

If you’re chasing the Northern Lights in Iceland, you’re in luck - we get front-row seats between late August and April, aka the best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland.

💡 Best seen on a guided Northern Lights tour
📸 Free aurora photos included
❄️ Hot chocolate, blankets & expert guides
Whether it’s your first aurora or your fiftieth, knowing how it works only makes it more magical.

📍 Curious? Tap the link in bio to learn more or book your tour.

19/08/2025

Even the most iconic places to visit in Iceland feel wild and new when you’re standing in front of them.
Glaciers catching the sunlight. Waterfalls shaking the ground. Lava fields stretching to the horizon.

Our sightseeing tours run year-round - from quick day trips to immersive multi-day adventures.
✅ Black sand beaches, glaciers, volcanoes
✅ Local guides who know the land
✅ Wildlife, wide views, and no stress
From famous Iceland tourist attractions to hidden gems, no two hours in Iceland are ever the same. Let’s make the most of them.

🔗 Link: https://adventures.is/iceland/day-tours/sightseeing-tours/?utm_source=social%20media&utm_medium=instagram&utm_campaign=sightseeing_tours

18/08/2025

🏕️ Landmannalaugar hits different.
A day here takes you through Iceland’s rainbow mountains- colorful rhyolite hills, steaming valleys, and black lava fields. Your boots get dusty, the air stays crisp, and a natural hot spring waits at the end.

The weather? Totally unpredictable. Sun one minute, rain the next. But that’s part of the magic. Every hike feels raw, wild, and unforgettable.

Planning your Landmannalaugar adventure this summer? We’ve got guide-approved tips, from what to pack to where to soak 👉 https://adventures.is/iceland/day-tours/hiking/landmannalaugar-hiking-tour/?utm_source=social%20media&utm_medium=instagram&utm_campaign=landmannalaugar

18/08/2025

Reynisfjara Beach: Iceland’s most iconic black sand beach 🖤🌊

Towering basalt columns, crashing Atlantic waves, and puffins flying overhead - Reynisfjara is straight out of a movie (literally - it’s a Game of Thrones filming location!).

This dramatic South Coast gem is more than just a pretty view. It’s powerful, wild, and full of natural wonder.

From what to see and do to how to get there safely - here’s everything you need to know before visiting:
🔗 https://adventures.is/blog/reynisfjara-beach/

Explore Reynisfjara, Iceland’s stunning black sand beach—famed for basalt columns, roaring waves, and nearby wonders. Know its risks and how to visit!

14/08/2025

📍 Add Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon to your Iceland trip - a place you’ll never forget.

Born from the mighty Vatnajökull Glacier, this lagoon is alive and ever-changing - no two visits are the same. One moment you’ll spot ice streaked with volcanic ash, the next, towering blocks glowing crystal blue.

Things you can do here:
📸 Wander the shoreline for endless photo moments.
🛶 Glide between icebergs on a boat or kayak.
🐧 Spot seals and seabirds in their natural habitat.
🌌 In winter, watch the Northern Lights dance above the ice.

Whether you explore on foot or glide through the lagoon, it’s a place that feels straight out of a movie (James Bond and Tomb Raider filmed here).

💡 Tip: Diamond Beach is just across the road - a must-see after the lagoon.

13/08/2025

🚗 Planning an Iceland road trip?
Before you hit the Ring Road in Iceland, read this.

Our guide Einar has driven the full loop over 50 times — and he’s sharing his favorite 6-day itinerary, top sights, and what to skip. From glacier lagoons to black sand beaches, he knows these roads in Iceland like the back of his hand.

💬 “I’ve done this route more than 50 times, and it still surprises me — waterfalls, volcanoes, Viking legends… it’s all there.”

👉 Read it here: https://57hours.com/review/ring-road-itinerary/
🧭 Got your own Ring Road tips? Drop them below!

12/08/2025

🚗 First time in Iceland? Let’s talk Ring Road.

If you’ve started planning your trip, you’ve probably heard people throw around words like “Ring Road” and “Golden Circle.” But what is the Ring Road, exactly?

Short answer: it’s Iceland’s ultimate road trip - one road that loops the whole country, past waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, hot springs, black sand beaches… you get the idea.

Long answer: you’ll need a map, a plan, and more than a few “pull over now!” moments. That’s why we put together a complete Ring Road guide - with routes, must-stop spots, travel tips, and how to do it without missing the magic in between.

📍 Get the map. Learn the route. Plan your adventure.
Read the guide here 👉 https://adventures.is/blog/iceland-ring-road-itinerary/

08/08/2025

Where can you see the Northern Lights in Iceland? 🌌

Short answer: Anywhere with dark skies, clear skies, and a little patience.
Long answer: Here are some of the best places to see Northern Lights in Iceland 👇

🔹 Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Kirkjufell
Quiet roads, lava fields, and Iceland’s most photogenic mountain. When the aurora dances here? Unreal.
🔹 South Coast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glowing skies over floating icebergs? Yes, please. Bonus: black sand beaches & waterfalls along the way.
🔹 Þingvellir National Park
Just outside Reykjavík — open views, historic vibes, no city lights. A local favorite.
🔹 North Iceland & the Westfjords
Fewer crowds, longer nights. Head out of Akureyri for aurora magic in remote corners.
🔹 Hvalfjörður Fjord
Close to the capital, but peaceful and often overlooked. A hidden gem when skies are clear.

✨ Pro tip: Want the best chance at seeing the lights during Iceland Northern Lights season?
Book a guided tour, we know the forecasts, the roads, and where the skies are clearest.

We’re out there every night, chasing the glow so you don’t have to.

Ready to see them for yourself?🚐🌌

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06/08/2025

Only got a day? Let’s make it unforgettable🚐🤩

From thundering waterfalls to black sand beaches, erupting geysers to glacier hikes, Iceland packs big adventure into short timeframes.

Our Iceland day tours are made for maximum wow, zero stress. With small groups, expert guides, and routes that hit the highlights and the hidden gems, you’ll see more than you thought possible.

Whether it’s a long layover or your only free day, day trips from Reykjavík are the perfect way to explore.

One day is all it takes, to fall in love with Iceland💙

Ready to plan a trip to Iceland?

Find out more: https://adventures.is/iceland/day-tours/?utm_source=social%20media&utm_medium=instagram&utm_campaign=day_tours