Home to 100 people, a million seabirds and one of the biggest puffin colonies of Iceland, Grímsey is a small island 40km off the north coast of the main island of Iceland. It is the northernmost inhabited Icelandic territory and sits on the Arctic Circle, whilst mainland Iceland lies just south of the Arctic Circle. With ferries serving the island from the town of Dalvík and flights leaving from Akureyri several times a week during the winter and daily during the summer, Grímsey Island is the ideal location for enjoying the midnight sun around the summer solstice.
Despite the island's northerly latitude, the climate tends to be mild due to the North Atlantic Current, making it similar temperatures to that of Reykjavic. With steep hills and rich vegetation of marshland, moss and grass, the island is agriculturally beautiful. The principle industrial activity of Grímsey is commercial fishing, whilst collecting seabirds' eggs is also common. The island features a church built from driftwood, a community centre and a school.
Flickr credit - John 'Pathfinder' Lester
Flickr credit - John 'Pathfinder' Lester
Flickr credit - John 'Pathfinder' Lester
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Flickr credit - biologyfishman
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Enjoy a day tour to Fjallabak to visit Iceland's Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano area. Hike through Laugahraun, Vondugil Canyon, and Brennisteinsalda, before relaxing in a natural hot spring.
Embark on a 1.5 - 2 hour long guided horse-riding tour in the Reykjavík area and take on the scenic riding trails. Cross lava fields on horseback and look out for interesting rocks, flora, and fauna.
Hike on trails to the Litli Hrutur Volcano and the new eruption sites in Geldingadalur Valley on a guided day trip from Reykjavík. Soak in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
Hike to recent volcano eruption sites at Geldingadalur Valley on a trip from Reykjavik. Explore the Reykjanes Peninsula Geopark, the Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the bridge between continents.
Hop onboard a shared shuttle bus transfer between Keflavik Airport (KEF) and BSI Bus Terminal or central Reykjavik. Enjoy the free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning.
Snorkel between the tectonic plates of North America and Europe at the Silfra Fissure in Þingvellir National Park.
Explore the western side of Iceland by first visiting the Hraunfossar waterfalls and Deildartunguhver. Then discover the inside of the stunning Viðgelmir Lava Cave.
Venture into Iceland’s rugged wilderness on a guided tour in a Super Jeep from Vik. Visit an ice cave and learn about the volcanic and glacial forces that shaped the Land of Fire and Ice.
Explore the Golden Circle, Geysir geyser, and Gullfoss Waterfall on a guided day tour from Reykjavik. Ride through the snowy landscapes of the Langjökull Glacier on a snowmobile.
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