Water Activities

Kayaking is an exhilarating experience, and many agencies throughout the country offer kayak tours on lakes, ponds, and the ocean.

From whale watching to puffin tours to northern light cruises, coast-hugging trips, and more, they each provide an enjoyable and memorable experience.

Exhilarating options for the equally adventurous beginner or expert are the fresh water and sea diving tours available. 

Careening down a rushing river can be just the ticket for those wanting more excitement in their lives. It’s an unforgettable and exhilarating experience that will get the heart pumping.

A few Icelandic companies offer whale watching. Around 20 species of whale can be found in the sea surrounding the country, but the most common is the beaked whale, the hump-backed whale, dolphins, and a few others. Whale watching is an incredible experience for people of all ages.

Iceland has an abundance of lakes and rivers teeming with salmon and trout and attracts many anglers. The opportunities for participating are limitless.

From February to the end of April is the time for ice fishing. The most common catch is trout. There are occasional ice fishing competitions held in different parts of the country.