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Blue Caves of Iceland
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Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING A HOTEL
Booking a hotel is the first thing you’d be tempted to do when planning your trip to Iceland. Most tourists reserve their entire hotel accommodations in Reykjavik, the capital city which offers lots of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Big mistake. While Reykjavik is definitely the best place to stay while in Iceland, most top adventures including glaciers, ice caves, waterfalls, and geysers are located on the South side of the island, some 450 km away from the capital. If you are interested in exploring the best of Iceland you would need to spend a night or two away from the capital. Plan your adventures first, then make your hotel reservations. Chances are you will need to book several different accommodations.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Unicorns are real
Icelandic horses resemble magical unicorns. This special breed developed in Iceland is small and looks like a pony with a full mane and beautiful long tail. They usually have a distinct personality and do indeed resemble mythical creatures. Horse are incredibly popular in Iceland. You can easily spot them in a herd along the road while traveling through the countryside. Plan to stop by one of the many horse farms to take a closer look at these cuties; most of them will even pose for pictures.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Iceland Wild Life
A visit to Iceland is not complete without a drive along the island or at least to the south shore. Glaciers, ice caves, and animal farms are all located on the southeast side of the country which is a good five hour drive from Reykjavik. Some companies include a coach bus and a hotel room in the price of their glacier tours, but this way you miss lots of fun stops along the way. Rent a car if you can. The roads in Iceland are great and there is barely any traffic.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Iceland Transportation
Iceland offers lots of transportation options to get around. You can ride a comfortable charter bus from the airport to Reykjavik and get around the city using public transportation or by foot. Most local tours also include a complimentary ride. Nevertheless, having your own means of transportation is definitely worth it.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Tricky Daylight
Their edges overflow into the dry land and look like giant tongues of ice, and create unique, alienated landscapes that feel like a different planet. The glaciers have been used as a backdrop for many Hollywood blockbusters including Interstellar, Star Trek, and Star Wars.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Geothermal Spa
Due to active volcanic activity, Iceland relies on geothermal energy — water heated by the flowing lava underground. This creates lots of natural hot springs all around the island. Many pools have been turned into public swimming pools or day spas, with the most famous one being the Blue Lagoon.
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Blue Caves of Iceland
Blue Lagoon
The island is situated on active volcanos which explain natural wonder of geothermal hot pools that can be found all over the country. Some hot springs remain untouched while other are elevated to world famous luxurious geothermal spas like Blue Lagoon.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Iceland Sunrise
These massive blocks of ice provide some incredible adventures, from low-impact glacier walks to extreme ice climbing tours. Standing on a solid block of ice with crampons on your feet is an unparalleled experience! Whatever adventure you fancy, you do need a professional guide to make it out alive and well.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Crystal Ice Cave
During the winter, glacier rivers form a mesmerizing natural phenomenon called crystal blue ice caves. The caves vary in shape and size with some of them large enough to fit dozens of people. Standing inside an ice cave feels like finding yourself in the center of a crystal ball. It’s an adventure not to be missed since there are very few places on the planet which offer such an amazing experience.
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Ice Cave
Since caves are hidden in the guts of the glaciers, you can only access them by booking a guided tour. You can choose an easy tour where you’d be taken to a cave on an off-road vehicle, or go extreme and hike or climb the glacier to get to a cave. There are lots of great companies that offer guided ice cave tours. I recommend Glacier Adventures as they offer a great price-to-quality ratio and have some of the friendliest guides in Iceland. www.glacieradventure.is
Source: Russian Time Magazine
Blue Caves of Iceland
Iceland Wild Life
Icelandic horses resemble magical unicorns. This special breed developed in Iceland is small and looks like a pony with a full mane and beautiful long tail. They usually have a distinct personality and do indeed resemble mythical creatures. Horse are incredibly popular in Iceland. You can easily spot them in a herd along the road while traveling through the countryside. Plan to stop by one of the many horse farms to take a closer look at these cuties; most of them will even pose for pictures.
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