The best outdoor activities in Reykjavik
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Combo Snorkelling in the Silfra Fault and Hot Springs in Laugarvatn, near Reykjavík
Quad Bike Tour of the Reykjanes peninsula from Grindavík, near Reykjavík
Guided Sea Kayaking Tour on Hraunsá River in Stokkseyri near Selfoss
Hiking and ice climbing day trip on Mount Skessuhorn near Reykjavik
Self-guided Sea Kayaking Excursion in Stokkseyri near Selfoss
1,000 metre Zipline over Svartagljúfur canyon, near Reykjavik
Private Silfra Superjeep Golden Circle & Snorkeling Tour
Snowmobile Tour on Langjokull Glacier in Gullfoss
Caving excursion in the cave of Gjábakkahellir in Golden Circle
Combo Snorkelling in the Silfra Fault and Hot Springs in Laugarvatn, near Reykjavík
Quad Bike Tour of the Reykjanes peninsula from Grindavík, near Reykjavík
Guided Sea Kayaking Tour on Hraunsá River in Stokkseyri near Selfoss
Caving in Tintron cave in Golden Circle
Caving trip from Litli Björn to Vörðuhellir in Golden Circle
Hiking and ice climbing day trip on Mount Skessuhorn near Reykjavik
Self-guided Sea Kayaking Excursion in Stokkseyri near Selfoss
Free Fall Jump, near Reykjavik
1,000 metre Zipline over Svartagljúfur canyon, near Reykjavik
Private Silfra Superjeep Golden Circle & Snorkeling Tour
Snowmobile Tour on Langjokull Glacier in Gullfoss
What are the activities to do in Reykjavik?
With its outstanding landscapes and lush greenery, it’s no surprise that Reykjavik has become one of the most popular northern tourist destinations. As the capital of Iceland, it is often seen as the heart of the cultural, economic and governmental activity.
Tourists are often attracted to the island’s volcanic backdrops and rugged but luxuriant vegetation, and what better way to see nature up close than with quad excursions. Thanks to these unique vehicles you can easily travel across the jagged terrains and access Mother Nature’s hidden wonders – and in Iceland there are so many to see.
One of the most famous attractions is located close to the centre of Hafnarfjörður. Here you’ll find the extraordinary solfatara fields of Krýsuvík, where you can see a range of steaming volcanic vents and boiling hot springs, surrounded by brightly coloured hills. You can visit this area using a fatbike, the innovative wheels of the bikes enable you to explore all year round, so you’re not limited to a specific season. Discover Iceland in all its stunning winter glory as well as its breath-taking summer panoramas.
Despite being a northern country, the temperatures rarely drop lower than -15°C in winter and hardly ever exceed 20°C in summer, giving the island a fairly mild atmosphere.
For those of you who prefer to fly in the open air as free as a bird, don’t worry there’s plenty to keep you occupied too. You can try a glider adventure or opt for an aircraft that you may even be able to fly for yourself!