Is it fun to go to Iceland in summer? What to do and how much does it cost to travel to Iceland?

It is unlikely to travel abroad this spring, so it is better to plan a summer trip. If you go to Iceland in the summer, there are the following ways to experience it. However, traveling to Iceland is relatively expensive. You can refer to the approximate cost of each project. Catch the moon in the sky

Overlooking Iceland from a helicopter

Iceland’s landforms are so rich. Just imagine, whether it’s a coastline under your feet, colorful houses in Lei City, or a The snow-white glaciers always give me a visual impact. I think it may only be in Iceland that you can enjoy a series of scenery such as mountains, glaciers, coasts, volcanoes, and lakes all at once.

Optional locations: Lei City, Vik, Golden Circle, Vatnaj?kull and other places.

Per capita cost: 3,000-30,000 (different places and time will affect the price)

Traveling in the sky? Paragliding

Compared with helicopters, paragliding An umbrella may increase the excitement. You will feel the wind blowing in your ears and the scenery under your feet slowly changes.

Optional locations: Lei City, Southern Vic, etc.

Per capita cost: starting from 3,000

Tips: Children under 18 years old must obtain written permission from their parents. Weight limit is 20-120KG. If the wind conditions are not good that day, the activity may be canceled. Catching Turtles in the Five Oceans

Fantasy Rafting

When rafting, you must play with its originality and wildness. If it is artificially built, its original flavor will be lost. In addition to the wild river, the scenery along the way must also be an "accessory" that cannot be missed. In Iceland, both are available.

Optional location: Departing from Akureyri

Per capita cost: around 1,000

Tips: The body temperature will be a bit low after your clothes get soaked while rafting. It is recommended to bring a change of clothes and cold medicine. Friends who want to take photos can bring a GoPro.

Crack snorkeling? The scar of two major tectonic plates

In Thingvellir National Park in the Golden Circle, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, here you can America on the left, Asia on the right. The water in the cracks comes from the melting water of the nearby Langj?kull Glacier. The microorganisms at the bottom of the lake are clearly visible. At the same time, the water quality here is also considered to be one of the purest in the world. Even the photos taken have a blue color.

Optional location: Thingvellir National Park

Per capita cost: ranging from 700-1500

Tips: You must be able to swim when snorkeling! And Be able to communicate in basic English. Children aged 12-18 must be accompanied by a guardian before snorkeling. The height needs to be between 150-200cm and the weight needs to be between 45-120KG. Friends who want to take beautiful photos don’t need to bring a GoPro alone, because many merchants will give away photos when ordering products.

Sea Fishing

Go out to sea and experience sea fishing. The most commonly caught fish here are catfish, cod, haddock, mackerel and pollack. Compared with river fishing, sea fishing is more interesting because there are more unknown species in the sea waiting for you to explore. The freshly caught sea fish can also be cooked on-site. The plumpness and tenderness of the meat can be understood with just one bite!

Optional location: the bay starting from Leishi

Per capita cost : Around 700

Viking sushi boat sailing experience

Fresh scallops and sea urchins can be eaten as soon as you open them. Enjoying the original flavor of the seafood is the right way to open them. If you are lucky on the way out to sea, you might even encounter seabirds! This is also the filming location for "Daydreamer". The freshness of the town is naturally suitable for staying here for a few days and slowly experiencing its slow life.

Departure address: Stikisholmi Port

Per capita cost: around 700 Magical Animal Gathering Place

Meet whales? There are also flocks of seabirds Screaming together

So far, there are as many as 23 species of whales in Iceland, and the animals that often lead people to find whales are seabirds, gannets, parrots, guillemots, and skuas. Arctic terns, etc. are common birds.

Optional locations: Lei City, Husavik, Akureyri

Per capita cost: ranging from 500-1,000

Tips: Generally available on board Warm clothing is provided, and the crew will explain some knowledge about whales or seabirds. Generally, you can choose between large ships and speedboats.

Cute Icelandic Horse

Did you know that the Icelandic horse is the most purebred horse in the world? This breed has not been crossed with other breeds since it was introduced to Iceland more than 1,000 years ago. Even though it has "short legs", it is very cold-resistant and disease-resistant, and it is the best breed for equestrians.

Optional locations: around Leicheng City, Golden Circle, Vic

Per capita cost: ranging from 300-1000

Tips: In addition to horse riding, you can also Experience being a groom for a day, bathing and feeding the pony, etc. Be careful not to wear your own riding clothes, and adults and children are not allowed to ride the same horse. Non-stop fun in the magical glaciers

Roading on glaciers? Snowmobiles

Iceland has the largest glacier in the world. You can drive a snowmobile on the glacier and see the distance from the highest point. The glacier is covered with snow and is vast.

Ride to a high place and rush down, and your adrenaline will surge instantly! There is no need to worry about the endless glacier, even a novice can enjoy a thrilling ride.

Optional glaciers: Langj?kull, S?lheimaj?kull, Vatnaj?kull

Per capita cost: ranging from 1000-2000

Tips: Snowmobile The default is for 2 people per ride. If you want to ride alone, the cost will be a little more expensive. Cyclists must have a driver's license to ride!

The impact of the moon's surface? Glacier hiking

Do you still remember the scene of the Great Wall in "Game of Thrones"? Vatnaj?kull is its prototype. In addition, S?lheimaj?kull is closer to the surface of the moon than Vatnaj?kull. You can also go ice climbing while hiking on the glacier, which is relatively more difficult than hiking on the glacier.

Per capita cost: ranging from 400 to 1,000

Tips: It is recommended to wear hiking shoes when hiking on the glacier. If the shoes are not up to standard, they can be rented on site. Local travel agencies will provide basic glacier hiking equipment, and the instructor will explain some precautions before setting off.

Hidden Ice Cave

After seeing this, some friends will definitely think, “The Blue Ice Cave is only open in winter?” However, you can also experience it in summer at S?lheimaj?kull Glacier in the south. The trip to the ice cave is also commonly known as the "black ice cave". The reason why it is called the "black ice cave" is because the ice cave is mixed with volcanic ash, but it still has a blue color. Of course, the color of the ice cave is closely related to the weather and lighting, so whether the ice cave you see that day is blue actually involves some luck. In addition, the difference between it and the "Crystal Blue Ice Cave" is that the scenery along the way is simply amazing!

Optional glacier: Sólheimaj?kull

Per capita cost: 700 -Varies from 1,500

Glacier lagoon cruise

The glacier lagoon cruise, which is only open in summer, allows you to no longer see the glaciers from a distance, but to get up close and personal with the glaciers. Generally, you can choose from amphibious boats, hovercrafts and kayaks.

Per capita cost: ranging from 300 to 1,000

Tips: If you want to touch the glacier, choose a hovercraft. If you want to save money, choose an amphibious boat. Kayaking requires certain skills. oh. Exploring traces of volcano

Thrihnukagigur volcanic cave around Le city

This cave is the only dormant volcano in the world that can be visited, more than 30 kilometers away from Le city. With a total depth of 700 feet, the cave is large enough to contain Reykjavik Cathedral. Named "one of the 27 things you must do in your life" by CNN. However, you still have to hike about 3 kilometers from the meeting point to the cave entrance, and you also need to take an elevator to enter the cave entrance.

Scenic spot address: Thrihnukagigur Volcano, Iceland

Per capita cost: around 2,500

Snaefellsnes Vadinshelir Volcano Cave

More than 8,000 years old A previous volcanic eruption formed the current wonder. This is the entrance to the center of the earth in the book "Journey to the Center of the Earth" and can go down to 35 meters underground. Compared to the volcanic caves in Leishi, you don’t need to hike 3 kilometers to enter the cave entrance directly.

Scenic spot address: Road 574, 356 Sn?fellsb?r, Iceland

Per capita cost: about 300 geothermal hot spring blue bubbles

A must-see for internet celebrities? Blue Lake Hot Spring

I believe that Blue Lagoon Hot Spring occupies more than 90% of everyone’s travel list to Iceland. There are hotels that meet 7-star standards, and the equipment and facilities are also the most complete in the hot spring industry in Iceland. , but it is also the most visited hot spring in Iceland. The Blue Lagoon shuttle bus can choose to depart from Leishi or the airport.

Available types: Comfort, Light Luxury, Luxury

Per capita cost: ranging from 700-1200

Tips: If you want to save money, book Comfort If you want to book the Blue Lake LAVA restaurant, choose the light luxury or above ticket type. The luxury type will have a SPA!

"Little Blue Lake"? Avoid the crowds

I think Blue Lake people What to do if there are too many? Lake Myvatn Hot Spring Arrangement! The Myvatn Lake Hot Spring near Akureyri in the north has the "same blue lake color", and even the shape of the hot spring is heart-shaped. However, there is no hotel in Myvatn Hot Spring, and there is no distinction between ticket types.

Admission address: Jarebaeshólar 660 Myvatn Iceland

Per capita cost: around 300

Tips: Towels, swimsuits and bathrobes can be rented in the scenic area. There is also a natural sauna room where you can steam!

Original ecological secret hot spring

The secret hot spring is located near the Golden Circle. Icelanders began to soak in hot springs here more than 100 years ago. It is more The wildness is also more primitive, the average temperature is 38-40 degrees, and most importantly, everything here is pure natural. If you want to experience a truly original hot spring in Iceland, you must not miss it.

Per capita cost: around 150

Tips: Friends who do not drive by themselves can also make a round trip from Leishi. You can rent towels and swimsuits for the same price of 700 kronor.

Exclusively for outdoor enthusiasts

Mountain Biking

If you want to explore the most exciting mountain experience, then I will definitely recommend you to go to the central part of the country because it has complex and varied landforms. See the most pristine tundra.

Per capita cost: around 2,000

Exploring a secret place? Off-road vehicle experience

Driving an off-road vehicle, you will see seemingly endless winding lava, volcanic explosion craters, Mountain lakes full of fish, as well as some inaccessible places, are only possible through off-road projects.

Per capita cost: around 5,000

Tips: Generally, a coach will drive you for this trip, so friends who don’t know how to drive can avoid this trouble!