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WINTER WONDERLAND
Winter travel to Iceland is growing in popularity, and the appeal is clear: Northern Lights,
nature at its most raw, and the chance to experience crazy diurnal rhythms. It's a great
option if summer crowds (and prices) don't appeal.
It's true that daylight hours are limited (in early January, Reykjavik has around 4½
hours of daylight; by early February that's increased to seven hours). But city life goes on
as normal, and opportunities for outdoor adventure are great: frozen waterfalls, snow-
covered mountains, ice caves, and activities like skating, skiing, snowmobiling and snow-
shoeing. You'll probably need help to travel safely and to access the best of the outdoors
during this time - day tours are perfect for this, and locals know the best winter secrets.
See ( Click here ) for information on Reykjavik in winter; ( Click here ) for how to access
north Iceland's snowy magic; and ( Click here ) for information on visiting ice caves in the
ice cap from Skaftafell.
Glacier Walks & Snowmobiling
Trekking across an icy white expanse can be one of the most ethereal experiences of your
Iceland visit. The island has several options that offer a taste of winter even on the
warmest of days.
Common-sense safety rules apply: don't get too close to glaciers or walk on them
without the proper equipment and guiding.
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