The Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights are undoubtedly one of the most spectacular and beautiful of nature's phenomena.
Don´t miss ...
- The Glacier Exhibition where you learn about the secrets of Vatnajökull glacier.
- The opportunity to take a boat tour on the magnificent Glacial lagoon - you might spot seals in between the floating icebergs.
Insider´s tip:
- What might be greater than viewing these impressive natural wonders in the realm of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glaciers?
Day 1 - Arrival
Overnight stay in Reykjavík at Hotel Loftleidir.
Day 2 - Northern Lights magic
Head to Reykjavík domestic airport in the morning, for your flight to Höfn, a small village on the South East coast of Iceland. When you have unpacked your things, there will be an introduction of the program ahead and of the optional activities available. Take a scenic walk through the village or down to the harbour, where you might watch the fishermen land their catch of the day. In the evening, the search is on for the magical Northern Lights.
Overnight stay at Hotel Höfn in southwest Iceland.
Day 3 - Glacier experience
Today you visit the Glacier Exhibition where you can learn about the secrets of Vatnajökull glacier. We recommend a tour to the magnificent Glacial Lagoon where you might catch the sight of seals as well as the floating icebergs in the lake. In the evening another guided walking tour to hunt for the Northern Lights. If the Northern Lights will not show during the tour but will appear in the night, the night watch is ready to wake you up for this amazing experience.
Overnight stay at Hotel Höfn in southwest Iceland.
Day 4 - Day at your leisure
Spend the morning enjoying the leisure activities in the area. In the afternoon you fly back to Reykjavík and check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Reykjavík at Hotel Loftleidir.
Day 5 - Departure
Activities available at Höfn, booked locally at extra cost - depending on weather and road conditions
Boat tour and ATV safari on the black sands
Sail in the fjord or drive an ATV on the black sandy beach. Either way, you will witness the thundering power of the Atlantic Ocean.
Glacial Lagoon
A spectacular place to visit, where huge icebergs float in the deep water and it is common to see seals play by the shore.
"Live Webcam from Jökulsárlón - click here to see how it looks right now!"
Skaftafell National Park
About an hour drive from Höfn, get ready to hike in the magnificent National Park were the territory is formed by glaciers and rivers.
Ice climbing in Skaftafell National Park
Walk and climb on Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull. Crampons are used for the walk and no prior experience is necessary... only some guts.
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