Land of fire & ice
The total size of Iceland is 103.100 Km² (64.000 sq. mi.). Glaciers Cover 11% of the area, deserts and lava 63%, lakes 3% and 23% are vegetated.Iceland is situated between Greenland and Norway and it reaches inside the Arctic Circle. Total population is 320.000, so there are about 3 people to each square kilometer.
Just 20% of Iceland is populated. Iceland is geographically on of the youngest countries in the world and very mountainous.
It is very unique and different from other places, here we have everything from active volcanoes to glaciers, rough lava and beautiful waterfalls.
Climate
Iceland is subject to some of the world’s most unpredictable geological and climatic conditions and your safety is our priority.
Our tours therefore are designed to be flexible when necessary to accommodate the weather.
So in the event that we have to alter the itinerary at short notice for reasons beyond our control we will to inform you as soon as possible.
Outdoor Clothing
We advise that for your maximum comfort you wear good shoes or boots, bring a hat and gloves and also a waterproof outer garment. Wearing three layers of lightweight upper body clothing is the most effective method for retaining warm.
The beauty of this simple concept is that it allows you to make quick adjustments based on your activity level and changes in weather.
We recommend that you take a look at Icelandic outdoor clothing from cintamani for your Iceland trip.
Iceland
