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10 Activities we recommend in the area
1. Buggy tours
You can book all kinds of buggy tours in the area!
The tours are from 1 hour up to 5 days.
It's a great way to explore the beautiful highlands with out having to hike.
Or if you just enjoy the the off-road driving.
Please check out buggytours.is for more information.
2. Mega zipline
The mega zipline in Hveragerði is 1000m long and is the biggest zipline in Iceland.
It can go up to 120 km/hr in speed depending on you position.
It's perfect for people who are looking for an adrenaline kick and it's only 10 min from our location!
Please check out megazipline.is for more information.
3. Horseback riding
Iceland is know for it's special horse.
Even though the Icelandic horse is not very big, they are really strong and resilient do to the harsh weather conditions.
They are also know for their smooth "tölt" which makes traveling on them so much easier an more enjoyable!
There are many horse rentals in the are so we recommend looking it up and pick the one that suits you best.
4. Raufarhólshellir
Raufarhólshellir is a unique lava tunnel.
The lava formed about 5200 years ago in the Leitahraun eruption.
It's a great way to witness the inner works of volcanic eruptions with out getting to claustrophobic since the ceiling height is up to 10 meters and the width is 10-30 meters depending on where you stand.
Please check out thelavatunnel.is for more information.
5. River rafting
Explore the beautiful glacial river Hvítá while getting the rush of Icelandic waters in the meantime!
On the journey you will make a stop were the daredevils can jump from a cliff in to the water (if the conditions allow it).
Afterwards you can warm up and relax in the hot tub and sauna to make the experience extra enjoyable!
Please check out arcticrafting.com for more information.
Explore the beautiful glacial river Hvítá while getting the rush of Icelandic waters in the meantime!
On the journey you will make a stop were the daredevils can jump from a cliff in to the water (if the conditions allow it).
Afterwards you can warm up and relax in the hot tub and sauna to make the experience extra enjoyable!
Please check out arcticrafting.com for more information.
6. Kayak tours
If river rafting is to much for you, you can also enjoy calm waters on a kayak where you can see many birds, plants and even greet some seals! all while cruising down one of Iceland's most beautiful coastline which is located in Stokkseyri.
Please check kajak.is for more information.
7. Draugasetrið
Stokkseyri also has some interesting museums!
Draugasetrið is a ghost museum where you can learn about the Icelandic ghost culture.
They also have a museum where you can learn about elves, trolls and the northern lights.
Please check draugasetrid.is for more information.
8. Adrenalin adventure park
The park is the only one of its kind in Iceland.
The park features 50 obstacles that are up to 10 meters high
It's a perfect activity groups or just anyone who is looking for something to boost up the adrenalin!
It's located in a valley 20 km from Þingvellir national park so we recommend to visit both places if you are in the area.
Please check out adrenalin.is for more information.
9. Swimming pools
The people in Iceland love their swimming pools! and you can find a swimming pool in most towns. So if you want to be a true "Icelander" we recommend you try it!
If you have small children we suggest the swimming pool in Þorlálshöfn, they have a great indoors swimming area for kids.
We also recommend the pool in Selfoss for every age.
If you like more peace we would suggest the pool in Hveragerði.
All of those pools also have hot tubs and saunas.
10. Biking tours
Iceland Activities offers all kinds of biking tours ranging from two hours up to multi-day trips.
It's suitable for everyone, they can just adjust the tour accordingly whether it's biking around Hveragerði to look at some hot springs or biking over ancient lava.
They also offer all kinds of different activities.
Please check out icelandactivities.is for more information.