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Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Fjaðrárgljúfur
A vast moss lined canyon near Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Around 100 metres deep and two kilometres long. The Fjaðrá River carved it over thousands of years at the end of the Ice Age. Green walls. A winding river. Big views. ⛰️
Nature
Reykjavík
Sun Voyager
A striking seaside sculpture in Reykjavík with Mount Esja and Faxaflói as the backdrop. Often mistaken for a Viking ship, it is a dreamboat that celebrates the sun and exploration. Unveiled in 1990 for Reykjavík’s 200th anniversary. 📸🌅
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Selfoss
Gullfoss Falls
One of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls and a Golden Circle highlight. A powerful two tier cascade that drops into a narrow canyon. On sunny days the spray often throws shimmering rainbows. 🌈
Waterfal…
Þingeyri
Þingeyraroddi Camping Ground
One of the best campgrounds in this area. The location by the sea and the well equipped rooms makes it worth it. The area is sheltered so almost no wind here.
Camping
Vík í Mýrdal
Reynisfjara viewpoint
An elevated look over Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, the basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Most visitors head to Dyrhólaey for the panorama. Big coastline. Big drama. 🌊
Landscap…
Laugarvatn
Öxarárfoss
A beautiful waterfall inside Þingvellir National Park. Set within the dramatic Almannagjá gorge on the edge of the North American plate. The river Öxará feeds the falls and the scene is picture perfect year round. ❄️💧
Waterfal…
Grindavík
Blue Lagoon
Iceland’s most famous geothermal spa set in a stark lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Milky blue water rich in silica and algae. A calm, steamy scene with modern facilities.
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Höfn
Diamond Beach
A black sand beach across from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Icebergs drift out, wash back in, and land on the shore. The ocean polishes the ice so it glitters like diamonds on jet black sand.
Beach
Grindavík
Fagradalsfjall
On the Reykjanes Peninsula this area became famous for accessible fissure eruptions and vast new lava fields. Even when quiet the fresh black rock shows raw geology at work. 🌋
Nature
Akureyri
Goðafoss Waterfall
One of North Iceland’s most famous waterfalls. The name means Waterfall of the Gods. Legend tells of a chieftain who threw his pagan idols into the falls when Iceland turned to Christianity. Easy to reach from the Ring Road. 🌊
Waterfal…
Reykjavík
Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street
A colourful street in downtown Reykjavík that leads straight to Hallgrímskirkja. Painted for Reykjavík Pride and now a year round symbol of inclusivity in the city. Shops, galleries and cafés line the walk. 🌈☕️
Street
Laugarvatn
Strokkur Geyser
The star of Haukadalur. Erupts every 5 to 10 minutes, sending water and steam 15 to 20 metres into the air, sometimes higher. A classic show of geothermal power. 💦
Nature
Vík í Mýrdal
Reynisdrangar
Dramatic basalt sea stacks just off Iceland’s South Coast. Best seen from Reynisfjara Beach. The columns are the remains of a larger cliff carved by the Atlantic over time. Local folklore says they are petrified trolls. 🌊🗿
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Strokkur Geyser

The star of Haukadalur. Erupts every 5 to 10 minutes, sending water and steam 15...

Selected by @thebritishexplorer

Iceland - Laugarvatn

Strokkur Geyser

Address: 8M7X+3PJ, Hafnartún, 806 Selfoss, Iceland

The star of Haukadalur. Erupts every 5 to 10 minutes, sending water and steam 15 to 20 metres into the air, sometimes higher. A classic show of geothermal power. 💦

Why go:
It is reliable and exciting with a beautiful blue dome that forms just before the burst.
Vibe:
Exciting. Majestic.
Tips:
I recommend keeping your camera ready and watching the surface for the tell tale bubble before the eruption.

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Seltún Geothermal Area

Part of the Krýsuvík field on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Boiling mud pots. Hissing steam vents. Hot springs staining the ground yellow, red and white. A vivid, high energy landscape. 🌋

Fjaðrárgljúfur

A vast moss lined canyon near Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Around 100 metres deep and two kilometres long. The Fjaðrá River carved it over thousands of years at the end of the Ice Age. Green walls. A winding river. Big views. ⛰️

Hotel Katla by Keahotels

A 3 star hotel near Vík on Iceland’s South Coast. A handy base for Reynisfjara, Dyrhólaey and the waterfalls nearby. Outdoor geothermal hot tub, sauna and a small fitness room make it easy to relax after a long drive. 🚗🧖‍♀️

A small lake in the heart of Reykjavík known simply as The Pond. Loved by locals for walks and birdwatching. In winter parts freeze for ice skating while one corner stays warm from geothermal water. 🦢

A striking seaside sculpture in Reykjavík with Mount Esja and Faxaflói as the backdrop. Often mistaken for a Viking ship, it is a dreamboat that celebrates the sun and exploration. Unveiled in 1990 for Reykjavík’s 200th anniversary. 📸🌅

Hallgrimskirkja

Reykjavík’s iconic church and the city’s best viewpoint. Designed to echo Iceland’s basalt columns and mountain forms. Completed in 1986 and visible from almost everywhere in town. ⛪️

One of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls and a Golden Circle highlight. A powerful two tier cascade that drops into a narrow canyon. On sunny days the spray often throws shimmering rainbows. 🌈

A large hot spring pool in the Geysir Geothermal Area. The name means King’s Spring, after King Christian IX who visited in 1874. Clear water at near boiling shows the heat beneath even when the surface is calm. 🌋

Drekkingarhylur

A deep pool on the Öxará River just downstream from Öxarárfoss. Calm on the surface with a heavy past. Part of the wider Þingvellir story.

Þingeyraroddi Camping Ground

One of the best campgrounds in this area. The location by the sea and the well equipped rooms makes it worth it. The area is sheltered so almost no wind here.

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@thebritishexplorer

Hey! I’m Jonny 👋🏼 My passion in life is traveling and exploring as much of the world as possible. I have explored various countries around the world, though one of my all-time favourite destinations has to be Iceland. I have been to Iceland 3 times, one of which was on a cruise. I want to ensure that you visit the most breathtaking sights that Iceland has to offer and come back with incredible memories that you will cherish forever.