This means you’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced two-and-a-half-hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem for you. Walking four miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days with early mornings or late nights balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.
Searching for the northern lights is an active pursuit. You must be prepared for nighttime excursions in cold, dark, and sometimes icy conditions. You must be sure-footed and able to navigate uneven, slippery, and snow-covered terrain in darkness. While you are searching for the northern lights, you will be walking and waiting outdoors.
Specific activities, like walking behind Seljalandsfoss Waterfall or exploring Reynisfjara Beach, require sure-footedness and a good level of mobility.
If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at the time of reservation so the necessary request form can be sent to your attention.
This tour takes place in the winter. You can expect varied weather conditions with brisk days and limited daylight. Icelandic weather is famously dynamic, and you will experience a true Arctic winter. Expect temperatures at or below freezing, strong winds, and rapidly changing conditions that may include snow, sleet, and rain. Daylight hours in Iceland decrease significantly throughout the season, with approximately 8-11 hours of daylight in October.
Most natural sites, such as waterfalls, beaches, and lava fields, require walking on unpaved, uneven surfaces that are slippery from ice and rain.
This is a physically active tour with a brisk pace. You should be prepared for full days and be comfortable with a significant amount of walking and standing on uneven, natural terrain. This includes navigating slippery paths near waterfalls, walking on rocky, black sandy beaches, and traversing trails at geysers and glacial lagoons.