Top 10 Things to do Adventurous in Reykjavik, Capital Region

May 13, 2022 Florencio Paulino

Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
Restaurants in Reykjavik

1. DIVE.IS

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5.0 based on 5,903 reviews

DIVE.IS

It is our passion to create unforgettable experiences for all our divers and snorkelers. Our aim is to always maximize the enjoyment of our guests through a close personal attention and professional guidance. The main focus is fulfilling the highest standards, leading to customers ‘satisfaction beyond their expectations. Our biggest reward is to see the smile on everybody's face at the end of an epic adventure with us.

2. Icelandic Mountain Guides

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5.0 based on 1,677 reviews

Icelandic Mountain Guides

Icelandic Mountain Guides is Iceland's premier adventure tour operator. The company was established in 1994 by four young outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for nature, travel and environmental advocacy. These pioneers aimed to introduce the wonders of Icelandic nature to travelers from all over the world. We started by offering Glacier Walks in Skaftafell and later on Solheimajokull glacier. Hiking, backpacking and other adventures and expeditions in Iceland and Greenland soon followed. Today, Icelandic Mountain Guides offers adventure tours ranging from short day tours to longer multi-day expeditions in the great outdoors in both summer and winter. So whether it is the exploration of the icescapes of glaciers and ice caves, crossing of impressive highlands, trekking in the extraordinary rhyolite massifs or hiking in fascinating valleys, our aim is to Make Every Moment an Experience.

3. Season Tours

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5.0 based on 454 reviews

Season Tours

Whether you are interested in sailing, hiking, driving, strolling or flying above Iceland, Season Tours can fulfill your dreams and cater to all your wishes. Specialized, knowledgeable guides provide the rest as they educate, inform, entertain and inspire you on your travels. Season Tours is a company that specializes in small groups and personalized services. The staff is dedicated to rendering quality service. The guides were educated at the University of Iceland and will not only show you around the beautiful and inspiring nature of Iceland but also tell you all about the Vikings, the Icelandic Sagas, the history of Iceland, the geology, culture, cuisine, flora and fauna. The interesting and well documented 1100 years of human habitation of this volcanic island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean will come alive at the places where the most significant events took place.

4. Islenski Hesturinn, The Icelandic Horse - Riding Tours

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5.0 based on 1,577 reviews

Islenski Hesturinn, The Icelandic Horse - Riding Tours

The horse rental in Reykjavík, Iceland. Small family firm with personal service.

5. Superjeep.is

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5.0 based on 2,153 reviews

Superjeep.is

Superjeep.is was established in 2002 by experienced drivers with the aim to offer guided and thrilling all-day excursions through the spectacular nature of Iceland. The combination of Iceland's rough terrain and its natural wonders is something that is symbolic for the excursions.

6. Solstice Tours

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5.0 based on 278 reviews

Solstice Tours

Solstice Tours is your key to traveling in Iceland on your own terms, be it during the Winter, in the Summer – or at Solstice. Do you feel like being more flexible and going with the flow? We make the trip personal and to suit your interest. Do you want to see something more out of the ordinary? If a pre-organized package tour is not exactly what you're after, your option is having Solstice Tours design your own adventure

7. Icelimo Luxury Travel

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5.0 based on 282 reviews

Icelimo Luxury Travel

Icelimo Luxury Travel is a family owned Boutique Private travel experience company & Pioneers of Luxury Transportation in Iceland since 1998

8. Nordic Visitor Tours

Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,020 reviews

Nordic Visitor Tours

Based in Reykjavik since 2002, Nordic Visitor offers wide range of tour packages in Iceland, Scandinavia and Scotland. Our selection of guided small group tours, privately-guided tours, self-drive tours and self-guided tours are handpicked by our own local travel experts.

9. Pink Iceland

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5.0 based on 489 reviews

Pink Iceland

Pink Iceland specialises in destination weddings, LGBT travel and events, private day tours, and tailor made travel planning. We have the expertise and experience to plan your perfect trip and/or wedding in Iceland but, perhaps more importantly, we care deeply about creating beautiful, intimate and immersive experiences and stories you will cherish and look back on for the rest of your life. We are the country's most prolific wedding planner and no matter whether you're looking to plan an elopement or an elaborate adventure wedding with hundreds of guests we will make it happen. We also offer tailor made private tours to every part of the country and will help you plan and book your entire stay in Iceland. We choose our partners well and cultivate our relationships with everyone we work with. By earning the respect of our partners we have created allies and made friends all around Iceland. This translates into our guests being met with warmth and genuine care they deserve.

10. Nordurflug Helicopter Tours

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5.0 based on 1,300 reviews

Nordurflug Helicopter Tours

Norðurflug seeks to please the adventurous ones, to satisfy your wanderlust and, most of all, to showcase Iceland’s raw and untamed landscape. We are proud to be the largest helicopter service in Iceland with a long reputation of exceptional customer service and high operational standards. Our job seems pretty easy when you consider the natural scenery does half the work, but the other half consists of a hard working team of pilots, customer service staff and everyone else who keeps this company running smoothly. We are rated as one of the country’s best tour operators on Trip Advisor, reflecting our staff who always provide exceptional service with care. You can compare operating a company like ours with a clockwork mechanism - everyone is working hand in hand to enable our customer an unforgettable and unique journey. Most people say that flying with us was the highlight of their whole time spent in Iceland. Book with us to find out why!

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