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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Plains
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Deep Sea Fishing
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Travel Planning
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

We’ve also gleaned information about accommodation options all over the country, so you don’t have to. Simply select your area and start browsing.

Bus Schedules

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

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Veidikortid Fishing card

Veidikortid – Fishing Card

Fishing card

Fishing card – Access to 36 lakes Around Iceland

“The Fishing card” – is a very economic choice for fishermen and travelers. With fishing card in your pocket you can fish almost as much as you like in over 36 lakes around Iceland.

Some lakes are open all year around, but most of those open on May 1st and close on September 30th.

When you buy Fishing card you receive a brochure, in Icelandic and basic information in English, with all information about the lakes, maps and information about how to get there.

Fishing card costs only 9.900 ISK buy now.

Fishing card around Iceland

Southwest Reykjavik area:
13. Kleifarvatn
18. Meðalfellsvatn
31. Vifilstadavatn
4. Ellidavatn

West Iceland:Fishing Card
2. Baularvallavatn
7. Haukadalsvatn
8. Hólmavatn
10. Hraunsfjardarvatn á Snaefellsnesi
11. Hraunsfjordur Lagoon
12. Hredavatn
15. Langavatn í Borgarfirdi
35. Hlidavatn í Hnappadal
Laxarvatn i Dolum

Westfjords:
3. Berufjarðarvatn
20. Saudlauksdalsvatn
24. Sydridalsvatn við Bolungarvik
28. Vatnsdalsvatn í Vatnsfirði

North Iceland:
1. Arnarvatn/Melrakkaslettu
9. Hraunhafnarvatn
17. Ljosavatn
22. Slettuhlidarvatn
23. Svinavatn
34. Olvesvatn – Lake Area of Sela
33. Aedarvatn
29. Vestmannsvatn

East Iceland:
6. Haugatjarnir 
14. Kleifarvatn í Breiðadal
19. Mjoavatn
21. Skriduvatn
25. Saenautavatn á Jokulsdalsheidi
26. Urridavatn
32. Thveit

South Iceland:
27. Ulfljotsvatn
30. Thingvallavatn
5. Gislholtsvotn

Highlands:
Frostastadavatn

Fishing Tackle Disinfection: Iceland has always been free of UDN and other freshwater diseases, and maintains a strict disinfection policy towards tackle brought by visiting anglers. Visitors can have their tackle disinfected by local vets, and obtain a certificate to prove the fact, before leaving for Iceland, or have their equipment disinfected by officials on arriving at Keflavik, Akureyri or at Egilsstadir airport.

Angling in Iceland

Veidikortid in Icelandic

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