Spending time outside
Iceland’s shores contain over 2,000 animal species. While you won’t see all of them, you can seek out some of them, to your children’s delight. Whale watching is a prime opportunity. If you visit between April and September, you increase your chance of seeing the gigantic mammals. On these ventures, you’ll likely run into some puffins, iconic and adorable birds. Elding and Whale Safari offer a variety of options for your whale watching and puffin spotting.
Whales and puffins are popular in the country, but Icelandic horses have a reputation that’s just as prominent. You can ride the ponies along the shores of the sea or through the highlands. Choose where you’ll ride and how long you’ll ride with companies like Arctic Adventures and Viking Horses.
The land and water are spectacles by themselves in Iceland. Hike around Lake Myvatn and witness the sparking water and rugged landscape. If you’d rather swim, then you have to check out a geothermal pool, which occurs when the earth’s crust heats the water. You can dive in and swim in the natural phenomenon at Blue Lagoon.
Museums Galore
In the winter, you likely won’t want to spend your days surviving the cold. Luckily, you can venture into Reykjavik and take refuge in museums and shops. You’ll warm up and expand your mind as you wander through the different exhibits that offer glimpses of the past. Take the kids to the interactive Perlan Museum and learn about everything from glaciers and ice caves to the northern lights. If you’d rather learn a little bit about Nordic history, Viking World is for you (about an hour drive from Reykjavik). Learn about the Vikings’ lifestyle while wandering a model ship. Additionally, the National Museum of Iceland is an ideal place to learn about the country’s culture and history.
Overall, Iceland is a lovely country. It has unique land features, fascinating wildlife, and plenty of museums that’ll keep the whole family entertained. Next time you’re looking for the perfect family vacation, you need to visit Iceland for a fun-filled family vacation.
