Iceland: Nature, Food and Trails

One of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, close to a volcano and pretty remote. It’s a great spot for photos and sort of a hidden gem.

This hot spring is a must visit, with steamy milky-blue water and amazing views of the mountains.

This lake inside a volcanic crater offers a colorful view of red rock contrasting with green water. You can do both: walk around the crater and walk down to the water.

This peninsula is known for its diverse landscapes, with volcanoes, glaciers, and black sand beaches. You can walk here for hours and enjoy all it has to offer.

This small town is one of the most picturesque towns of Iceland. It sits at the end of the fjord with the same name.

This beach’s sand has an amazing yellow color. The drive here is a little steep and curvy, so be careful. If you’re lucky, you can see seals here.

This mountain peak has amazing views, different trails to explore and hot springs. A must visit as the landscape and the colors are beautiful.

This waterfall is the largest in Europe. It’s powerful, and on sunny days you can see rainbows. It can get a little crowded.

This black volcanic sand beach with basalt rocks is super unique. The waves are pretty dangerous, so be careful.

This spot is a cool place to check out if you’re in the area. The mountain views are beautiful, and it’s a great spot for photos.

This glacier is a bit of a hidden gem. The hike offers great views from the top. A must-visit.

Small peninsula with a lighthouse and a massive volcanic rock in the sea. Parking is easy. The perfect spot to watch Puffins.

This glacier has amazing views of the mountains and icebergs scattered everywhere. It’s a short 10 minute walk from the parking lot to get here.

This beautiful waterfall flows over a curved 12 meter precipice. The paths and viewpoints are very accessible, and there’s even a little hotel nearby.

This 15 meters tall rock formation has the shape of a rhino or a dragon, visible from a black sand beach. You can spot seals, seagulls with chicks, and ducks on your way here.

A canyon with amazing views of basalt columns and deep blue water. The hike takes 30 minutes from the parking and is so worth it.

A beautiful waterfall surrounded by basalt columns, with easy access from the parking lot. You can reach the bottom of the canyon from this point.

A protected area with dramatic rock formations, lakes, ridges, and a national historical shrine. There’s free parking just off the main road, and the restrooms are well maintained.

This modern spa is right on the lake, with natural steam baths, outdoor mineral pools, and a sauna. The water is natural, and the views are amazing.

This narrow geothermal pass between Námafjall and Dalfjall glows with mineral colors, steam, and that hot sulfur smell. Unique spot.

A narrow waterfall about 20 meters tall, with dark basaltic columns framing it. The hike to get there is easy and quite short.

This modern cathedral was consecrated in 1986. It has a 73 meters tower (you need to pay to go up to the top). The interior is beautiful, but modest in comparison.

A hidden gem. You need to go for a 15 minutes hike from the parking spot to get to this orange waterfall. The views are amazing.

A waterfall that is often skipped in the biggest tours, so it’s quieter and less crowded. The trails getting there are beautiful.

This Iceland forest is unique and a good place for coming and hiking. There’s also several picnic tables in case you want to eat there.

The hike to this mountain peak is challenging, but it’s so worth it. From here, you can admire the geothermal area and the mountains’ colors.

This food hall has a mix of various cuisines: Mexican, Japanese, British, Italian, Chinese, and Icelandic. The food is good, the portions are generous and the staff is quick and friendly.

This restaurant is the only one open till late in Selfoss, and it has amazing quality food. The portions are nice, the flavors on spot.

This restaurant has a menu that changes often and with dishes that mix different flavors. The prawns are delicious if you want to taste some sea flavor. If not, their burger is also a classic. A little pricey but so good.