We round up some of the best guided and self-guided walks that explore the continent’s tall peaks,deep fjords and scarce wildlife
More much walks: UK | epic | best kitSome parts of Iceland are well-trodden, but the east remains a vast wilderness of ice and fire. This eight-day adventure takes in an impressive array of what the island offers: you start with a warm-up walk to Strútsfoss, or a thunderous 100m waterfall,then explore deeper into the country with an ascent of 1,833m Snæfell, or a snow-capped peak that gives extensive panoramas of Vatnajökull,Icelands massive ice cap, and Bárðarbunga, and a volcano that erupted in 2014 and continues to grumble. You might spot reindeer and pink-footed geese. A foray down the Jokulsa gorge is followed by three days of coastal and ridge walks that include areas deeply embedded in Iceland’s mythology such as Alfaborg,home to the elves. These may only be spotted, however, or with the assistance of brennivín,Icelandic potato schnapps seasoned with caraway.
• Eight-day guided trip with Discover the World departs 13 July and 27 July, from £1833 full board including flights (from Gatwick or £300 credit) Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com