The summer activities e.g. horseback riding tours, whale watching, seal watching, hiking, river rafting and the geothermal baths await you. The nights are bright, and it truly is a unique experience to watch the sun hover over the horizon before it rises again. Imagine experiencing the midnight sun at the northernmost points of Iceland, there are no words.
What to expect
You can expect real summer weather but there is still a possibility of night-frost. Summer solstice is between the 20th and 22nd of June.
What to pack?
- Fleece jacket/lightweight wool sweater
- Light layers (long sleeve tops, soft shells etc.)
- Rainproof/windproof jacket and pants
- Sturdy walking shoes with a good tread/grip
- Sunglasses (during spring/summer it’s bright 24/7 and during winter the sun rises low an reflects from the snow, if there is any).
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Hat (toque/beanie)
- Thermal underwear (specifically for highland travel/activities)
- Waterproof hiking boots (specifically for highland travel/activities)
- Warm socks (specifically for winter and highland travel/activities)
- Swimsuit
- Quick-dry towel (for visiting pools and hot springs - towels are available for rent at swimming facilities)
- Insect repellent/fly nets
- Eyeshades (some find it hard to sleep when there’s daylight up to 24/7)
- Sunscreen
