Skogafoss in Focus: Chasing Falls in Iceland
We arrived at Skogafoss in our tour bus from Seljalandsfoss and Gljufrabuifoss. We had enjoyed great weather so far, but by the time we arrived the winds were starting to pick up. Nestled in the heart of Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes, Skogafoss stands as a testament to the country’s natural beauty. As I embarked on my […]
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Sólheimajökull Glacier: beautiful hikes of Iceland
It’s no secret I love a hike, few things can beat fresh air and stunning panoramic views. So when I was offered the chance to hike up a glacier hike on my Golden Circle Tour I jumped at the opportunity. Although our tour was run by G Adventures, the Glacier Hike experience was hosted by […]
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Gljúfrabúi: Icelands hidden waterfall
Just a short walk away from Seljalandsfoss is this hidden wonder. Gljúfrabúi (also known as Gljúfrabúifoss) is a waterfall tucked away within a cave which we were advised to visit by Francois, our tour guide. He said that despite our tight schedule it would be worth the walk. After enjoying the view from Seljalandsfoss, we […]
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Gullfoss Unveiled: A Day at the Roaring Falls
Gullfoss is the furthest point from Reykjavik on the Golden Circle tour, so it’s often the one that’s visited last. The waterfall is the most powerful in all of Iceland, with the water falling over 105 feet across two tiers into the river gorge below. I came here as part of the Golden Circle tour […]
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Seljalandsfoss Unveiled: Behind the Cascade Curtain
We arrived at Seljalandsfoss about midday, like a lot of the viewing points in Iceland the waterfall dominates the view. So much so that we were scrambling to out our crampons on to get to the front as close as possible. Seljalandsfoss reaches an incredible 65m into the sky giving us a view that with […]
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Strokkur Geysir: Natural phenomena on The Golden Circle
Strokkur Geysir is one of the most famous and active geysers in Iceland, cementing its place as one of the main attractions on any Golden Circle tour. You can expect to see eruptions every 6 – 10 minutes, and when they happen the steam can reach 20 metres high. Occasionally it has been known to […]
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The Secret Lagoon, the Golden Circles bucket list spa
Before I came to the Secret Lagoon, I had never even been to a lagoon before. I was incredibly excited to see one on my itinerary sheet for the Golden Circle tour. For the best experience I decided I would do no googling in advance to see what to expect. I wanted to go in […]
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