Winter in North Iceland offers a range of exciting activities perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Visitors can enjoy skiing on flood-lit slopes, cross-country skiing, and ice skating. For those looking for unique experiences, snowmobiling, snowcat tours, and dog sledding provide thrilling ways to explore the snowy landscape. Snowshoeing makes winter hiking accessible, while jeep and glacier tours offer breathtaking views. Northern Lights tours, often combined with visits to geothermal baths or evening boat trips, create unforgettable memories under the spectacular auroras.
Skiing and ice skating
In North Iceland there are seven well-equipped and flood-lit ski resorts open from November to May, offering ski rental and ski schools for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an extreme skier you got the right place. We also have excellent facilities for cross-country skiing, sport tours and extreme sport experiences. Other winter activites can be found in the north like ice skating and snowshoe walking.
Winter in the North offers a true family paradise, promising pleasure and spiritual renewal in the embrace of snow-covered mountains. More information on www.skiiceland.is
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Northern Lights Tours
Northern Lights can be seen in North Iceland from the end of August to mid- April. Enjoy the clear skies by simply looking upwards towards those dancing, flickering veils of light in green, white or red, or take a guided northern lights tour to excellent observation and photography locations. These tours can include a visit to geothermal bathing areas, evening boat tours, snow cat tours or sightseeing in unique locations.
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Snowmobile and snowcat tours
Many agencies offer snowmobile and snowcat tours. They are suitable for anyone looking for a little excitement and adventure while on vacation.
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