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[Vince Keegan]

Iceland is known for its beautiful landscapes but also for its variety of adventure tours, so it can be hard to choose where to begin exploring! I often get asked for tips on what to do and where to go so here are my top 12 things to do in Iceland.
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12. Go on a whale watching tour



Whale watching tours depart from Reykjavík, Akureyri and Húsavík in North Iceland and normally last for only a few hours. Whales are beautiful and to be out in the very cold North Atlantic ocean is a strange experience.

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11. Go horseback riding



Icelandic horses have 5 gaits and are quite small, referred to as Icelandic ponies. There are various horseback riding tours you can choose from in Iceland, from a couple of hours to a few days. The Icelandic horses are both beautiful and kind creatures.

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10. Have a night out in Reykjavík



After a hard day of sightseeing, what is better afterwards than to enjoy a delicious meal in one of Reykjavík’s quality restaurants. And if you still have energy afterwards, you can always check out the nightlife! It can get pretty intense.

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9. Visit Lake Mývatn in North Iceland



Lake Mývatn boasts incredible beauty. Enjoy walking around Dimmuborgir rocks and taking in the surrounding beauty. You can also go bathe in Mývatn Nature Baths.

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8. Relax in the Blue lagoon spa



A visit to The Blue Lagoon is almost mandatory. It’s the best way to relax after a holiday filled with activities. Soak in the milky blue waters, order a drink from the bar or even treat yourself to a massage! The Blue Lagoon is a short way from the airport, so if you have an afternoon or evening flight it’s the ideal last stop. Check out these tours to the Blue lagoon.

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7. See Dettifoss waterfall in North Iceland



In the northeast of Iceland is Iceland’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss. Often a location for movie sets, most recently for the opening scene in Prometheus, this thunderous waterfall will leave you in awe. This tour starting from Lake Mývatn takes you not only to Dettifoss but also to the stunning Ásbyrgi canyon and Hljóðaklettar rocks in the near vicinity, be sure to check it out.

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