Today, I want to share a special hiking trip on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland. This journey allowed me to witness stunning natural landscapes and unique geothermal phenomena. If you're planning a trip to Iceland, this route is a must-try! 😊
## Highlights of the Trip:
- 🚐 Local Bus Tour: Enjoy a comfortable and pleasant journey on a luxury bus.
- 🚌 Pickup and Drop-off: Convenient city pickup and drop-off services available.
- 🔥 Legal Volcano Hiking Route: Explore the latest volcanic eruption sites safely.
- 🧗♂️ Professional Volcano Hiking Guide: Experienced guides lead you on an in-depth exploration.
- 📅 Daily Departures: Join anytime, but the schedule may be affected by volcanic activity.
## Itinerary:
### 1. Meeting Point: Reykjavik City Center
We meet our guide at the city center. They also offer pickup services from designated locations within the city (extra charge). Once on the bus, the professional guide gives a detailed introduction to the itinerary.
### 2. Kleifarvatn Lake 🌋
Our guide first takes us to Kleifarvatn Lake, a large lake on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The lake is surrounded by black basalt and ancient rocks, creating a mesmerizing scenery. The mysterious legends about this lake add an extra layer of intrigue.
### 3. Seltún Geothermal Area 🌡️
Next, the guide leads us to the Seltún Geothermal Area, a place showcasing the unique impact of geothermal water on the environment. We walk along specially built wooden walkways, witnessing the boiling and steaming mud pools around us. These natural phenomena are fascinating, making us feel like we're in a dreamlike setting.
### 4. Volcano Hiking 🏞️
The highlight of the day is hiking to the recent volcanic eruption site. We choose the best path to the active volcanoes of Fagradalsfjall and Meradalir, which erupted in 2021 or 2022. Although the journey is challenging, witnessing the spectacular lava flows from recent eruptions makes all the effort worthwhile.
### 5. Gunnuhver Hot Springs ♨️
Then, the guide takes us to Gunnuhver Hot Springs, the center of the UNESCO Global Geopark. This geothermal area is very active, with steam vents and mud pools everywhere. The air is filled with a strong sulfur smell, adding to the mysterious atmosphere.
### 6. Reykjanesviti Lighthouse 🌊
Next, we visit the magnificent Reykjanesviti Lighthouse, a great spot for photos and enjoying coastal views. Seeing the world's largest breeding colony of northern gannets on Eldey Island in the distance is truly breathtaking.
### 7. Bridge Between Continents 🌉
Next, the guide leads us to the Bridge Between Continents, located at the boundary between the North American and Eurasian plates. Walking on this 15-meter-long bridge, we experience the movement of Earth's plates firsthand, gaining a deeper understanding of nature's power.
### 8. Return to Reykjavik 🚍
After admiring these natural wonders, the guide takes us back to Reykjavik city center, ending the day's adventure.
## Preparation and Tips:
1. Wear Comfortable Clothes: Hiking requires some physical effort, so comfortable hiking shoes and clothes are essential👟👕.
2. Bring Enough Water and Snacks: You'll need to replenish energy and water during the hike, so bring enough drinking water and some energy snacks🥤🍫.
3. Sun Protection and Windproof Gear: Iceland's weather is unpredictable, so remember to bring sunscreen and windproof clothing🌞🧥.
4. Camera or Phone: There are so many beautiful sights, so make sure to bring a camera or phone to capture this wonderful day📸📱!
5. Be Prepared for Schedule Changes: Volcanic activity is very active, and local tours may cancel the trip a day or two in advance during intense volcanic activity, so be prepared for schedule adjustments🗓️⏰.
6. Bring a Telephoto Lens: To capture the volcano, it's best to bring a telephoto lens, as we can't get close to the volcano and can only view it from designated observation points for safety reasons📷🔭.
7. Luck Factor: Local tours can't guarantee you'll see the volcano, as it requires some luck. It's best to join the tour a few days after the volcanic eruption stabilizes🌋🍀. However, even so, a volcano hiking adventure in Iceland is a rare experience.
This volcano tour made me appreciate the grandeur and beauty of nature. If you also love adventure and exploration, this route is definitely worth a try!🔥👣
Andy哥哥
Memories of Planet Mars: My Favorite Photo from a Unique Trip
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sheck
Iceland: A Destination Straight Out of Science Fiction 🚀
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sheck
Do you know where is this place?
🌈Last trip to Indonesia cured my color vision deficiency. 👀
✨Did you know that the place in the photos above once was an entire slum area in Malang that was on the verge of eviction? A few years ago, a group of Malang students proposed to paint the entire region in a striking pattern in the hopes of attracting tourists to save the place. With the support of air force troops and local artists, this slum neighborhood was reincarnated as Jodipan in June 2016, and has since become Java's most colorful hamlet. 🏠
🎨Every home, alley, and wall in Jodipan is painted a distinct color.
1. 📷：Silas Baisch
2. 📷：Silas Baisch
3. 📷：Silas Baisch
4. 📷：@by_ewold
5. 📷：@hugohealy
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冰島法格拉達爾火山（Fagradalsfjall）
Island time 08/16 12:00pm driving -14:20 start-16:20 volcano！！16:30-18:00 stay
18:00-19:20 retune
20:00-23:00islandnight
23:00-00:30 go home
Totally time:12hr
Finally ，after 2hr later，I see the amazing view-冰島法格拉達爾火山（Fagradalsfjall）
真的非常幸運。出發前一刻才請朋友幫忙完成付費。嚮導說：「今天剛好是本週冰島最好的天氣。」
其實前面從13號開始小感冒，身體狀態不是很好。心情也跟著些許抑鬱。
來回路程我走了五小時。
總長度24公里。
一路聽的歌是
Kate Bush –
Running Up That Hill
「Be running up that road
跑過那條路
Be running up that hill
跑上那座山丘
Be running up that building
跑上那座建築
See if I only could, ooh
如果我可以」
火山口像巨大的窯口，打起的熔岩像是浪花，豔紅的橘噴射起落。
想像過地獄裡的火焰山，或是我在教小五自然時，所謂的「火成岩」形成的樣貌，在腦海及眼前的不思議對比，「Wow～」
（來自世界各地的口音此起彼落）
真的是一生難得的經驗！