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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Plains
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Deep Sea Fishing
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Travel Planning
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

We’ve also gleaned information about accommodation options all over the country, so you don’t have to. Simply select your area and start browsing.

Bus Schedules

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

NAT

You can entering highland from:
    <-South – North and East >

Practical information before enter Highlands

Region: Highland
Coordinates: 63.8906309° N 19.5036367° W

Quick reference travel guide for
travelling to The highland:

Practical Highland Iceland
From South-East-North Iceland:

Select your destination
From South and North Iceland:

Laugarfell

Sprengisandur route

kjolur
Kjolur route


Gaesavatna Route

Fjallabak surrounding
Fjallabak Sydra route


 Fjallabak North route

Entering highland from North Iceland:
Select your destination:
laugafell
Laugafell From Varmahlid


Laugafell from Akureyri

kverkfjoll
Herdubreið and Kverkfjoll from Myvatn

Entering highland from East Iceland
Select your destination:

Snaefell from Egilsstadir

Select your transportation:
Reykjavik Excursions bus
Bus Schedule – HIGHLANDS & INTERIOR

bus
Bus Schedule – SOUTH ICELAND

Carrental in Iceland
Car rental – Campers, Caravan

Book accommodations in the Highland:

alftavotn
Mountain Huts and Camping

Checklist for hikers

Usful links:

Vegagerdin

View Conditions of Mountain Roads  tel +354 1777.

Weather forecast

Book your Mountain Huts now

Safetravel  The official source for safe adventure in Iceland

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Einhyrningur Mountain
Mt. Hekla - Volcano
Markarfljot River
Lake Alftavatn
Torfajokull glacier
Domadalur Route Fjallabaksleid Nyrdri (F-225)
Domadalur Valley
Landmannahellir
Emstrur
Fjallabak Nature Reserve
Husadalur Thorsmork
Hrafntinnusker
Thorolfsfell
Tindfjallajokull Glacier
Mt. Brennisteinsalda
Map of The Highland
Map of Landmannalaugar/Fjallabak North & South
Almenningar - Laugavegur Hiking Trail
Tindfjoll
Domadalur Route Saga
Murders and Executions The Highlands
Mt Hekla eruptions
Tindfjallasel. Hungurfit

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Lake Alftavatn
Alftavatn - Emstrur - Thorsmork Hike
Map of Landmannalaugar/Fjallabak North & South
Alftavatn Restaurant - Volcano Huts
Mulakot Arboretum
GALTALAEKUR
HNAUSAPOLLUR

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Dalakofinn Utivist Mountain Hut
ITA Hrafntinnusker Mountain Hut
Alftavatn Huts ITA
Emstrur Botnar Mountain Huts ITA
Volcano Huts - Husadalur Thorsmork
Hvanngil Hut ITA
Iceland Touring Association ITA -
Thorsmork Mountain Huts
Tindfjallasel. Hungurfit
Luxury accommodations in Highland
Camping Alftavatn
Camping Emstrur
Camping at Hrafntinnusker

Links in Practical information before enter Highlands