Northern Lights Private Tour

AdventureTours — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 09:56:29 +0000

Due to the nature of the trip, each trip is unique.
Each departure and every tour is different.
Depending on the best weather forecast of spotting the Northern Lights.
Sight locations are usually never the same, due to weather forecasts, cloud cover, and light pollution.
But we will try our best to fulfill the dream and the excitement.
Our goal and passion are small groups so the Northern Lights private tour is perfect for 1-7 passengers.

Aurora Borealis, another name for the Northern Lights, is a natural wonder, and hence, the sighting is not guaranteed every night during the northern lights period. However, we will drive you to the countryside, into absolute darkness, in the hope of seeing the wonders of the Northern Lights and making your adventure exceptional.
The Northern lights period in Iceland is from late August till late April. The darker and brighter the skies, the better for seeing the aurora borealis. Hence, February, March, October, and November are the best months to see the northern lights in Iceland in wintertime. We always attempt to bring you to the best places and sites around Reykjavik.

The time when aurora borealis is most noticeable, and chances are highest are from late August to late April. It depends on how long the northern lights appear in the sky. Sometimes it might be only a few minutes, sometimes ranging for many hours. Even the northern lights can be powerful and evident, and it is best to be in a dark spot, where there is no light pollution.
The best months to observe the northern light in Iceland are February, March, September, October, and November, but the northern lights period remains from August until April.

The Northern Lights, also recognized as aurora borealis, are produced by solar activity, including solar wind, solar flares, and coronal mass ejections (CME). Those are all sorts of electrically charged particles emitted by the sun. It takes a solar flare about 8 minutes to travel from the sun to the Earth and clash with gaseous particles in the Earth�s atmosphere. Due to fluctuations in the Earth�s magnetic field and the dark winters at the north and south poles, the northern lights are more noticeable near the poles than anyplace in the world.

Available from the 15th of September to 15th of March.

Not available on the following dates.

23th of December ( St. Thorlak’s day)

24th of December (Christmas Eve)

25th of December ( Christmas Day)

31st of December (New Year’s Eve)

1st of January ( New Years day)

Hunting can be exciting but unfortunately, we can not guarantee to always see the Northern Lights.

DEPARTURE

Pick up at request location

DEPARTURE TIME

Please be ready at 8:45 pm for a prompt departure at 9 pm.

INCLUDED

Private transportation	3 hour long tour.
Professional tourist guide	Language English.

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees

Guide�gratuity

Can not book the tour ?

Do you want to try Northern Lights tour on other dates than we are offering?

Are you traveling with more than 7 passengers in a group?

Children in the group and you need a child seat?

For further information please contact us by e-mail, info@tripzig.is.

We will respond as soon as possible.

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Private South Coast and Black Sand Beach

AdventureTours — Fri, 10 Jul 2015 15:31:33 +0000

South Coast and Black Sand Beach

Exploring the amazing and mystic South coast, with its spectacular waterfalls, steep mountain hills, and wavy Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach.

South Coast and Black sand Beach stops in the tour:

Urri�afoss�

Urri�afoss is a waterfall in the �j�rs� river in South Iceland.�

It is located between the villages of Selfoss and Hella. Though not incredibly tall, it is mighty with a water flow of 360 m� (12,700 ft�) cubed per second. That’s more than half the flow of Dettifoss in North Iceland, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.

Uri�afoss is a famous river for salmon fishing in the summer.�

Hvolsv�llur town � A refreshment stop-

Hvolsv�llur is a small town of approximately 1.100�people in south Iceland, conveniently located by the Ring Road. It is often traveled through or stopped by those exploring the South Coast or encircling the country. A great stop for refreshments.

Seljalandsfoss�

Seljalandsfoss is a waterfall that can be fully encircled, situated on the South Coast of Iceland with a drop of 60 meters (200 feet).

Due to the waterfall’s closeness to the Ring Road and remarkable natural features, it is one of Iceland’s most popular and toured falls. Dignified and scenic, the waterfall is one of the most photographed hallmarks in all of Iceland.

Seljalandsfoss waterfall, part of the river Seljalands�, has its origins beneath the glacier Eyjafjallaj�kull. The volcano underneath this ice cap was the one that erupted in 2010 and made havoc at airports all over Europe. The rapids of the falls are relatively narrow but fall from a tall cliff that once marked the country’s coastline.� Seljalandsfoss has been part of several Hollywood tv shows, for example, Star Trek: Discovery.

Glj�frab�i�

Glj�frab�i (or Canyon Dweller) is a stunning waterfall located at Hamragar�ar in South Iceland, close to its more famous match, Seljalandsfoss waterfall. It is one of the hidden pearls of the South Coast and thus an excellent spot for photographers and those seeking to admire nature in calm.

The 40 meters (131 feet) tall Glj�frab�i is hidden behind a large cliff that faces out towards Iceland�s South Coast and the Atlantic Ocean. Because of its effective �hiding place,� Glj�frab�i is missed by most travellers, even though thousands of people visit Seljalandsfoss, less than a kilometer away, every day.

A stream, the Glj�fur�, runs through a cleft in the cliff, and those who wish to approach the falls must do so by wading through these waters.

A small space opens up after a few meters of traveling through a narrow valley, and here, Glj�frab�i tumbles before a great boulder, which is easily climbable for some great photos. With the open sky above, mossy walls, silver mist, and black lava, Iceland�s most breathtaking gems, seemingly from a fantasy story.

Sk�gafoss

Sk�gafoss is one of Iceland�s most incredible and beautiful waterfalls, with an astounding width of 25 meters (82 feet) and a drop of 60 meters (197 feet).

Almost all South Coast tours will visit Skogafoss. Found on the Sk�g� river, this mighty waterfall is visible from Route 1 and is a fantastic place to stop. The river beneath Sk�gafoss holds a large char and salmon population and is thus a preferred spot for fishers in the summertime.

Due to the quantity of spraying the waterfall offers, at least one rainbow is present whenever the sun appears behind the clouds.

The soil beneath the waterfall is very level, enabling visitors to walk right up to the wall of water. So naturally, you will get wet, although it can be pretty tempting on a summer�s day.

Sk�gafoss can also be seen from the top as a steep staircase leads to an observational platform above the waterfall. Several nesting seabirds can be found on the path up.Have been part of the famous TV series: Game of Thrones and the Vikings, had also a part in the Marvel movie �Thor: The dark world.”

Reynisfjara�

Reynisfjara is Iceland’s most famous black-sand beach located on the South Coast of Iceland, just near the small fishing town of V�k � M�rdal.

Visitors to Reynisfjara must be made well aware of the potential dangers present at the beach. First of all, the rolling, roaring waves of Reynisfjara are extreme, often pushing far further up the coast than many would assume.

Those are called sneaker waves, and they can appear when least expected, even on strangely still days. No significant landmasses are connecting Antarctica and the beaches of Reynisfjara, meaning waves have thousands of kilometers to grow.

Visitors are advised never to turn their back on the waves and keep a safe distance of at least 30 meters (98 feet).

Aside from these sudden and dramatic shifts in the tide, the rip currents offshore are infamous for their strength and ability to drag helpless people out into the cold open ocean. As a result, several fatal accidents have occurred at Reynisfjara.

The beach is a dramatic volcanic black sand beach located close to the town of V�k. Reynisfjara was ranked in the year 1991 as one of the ten most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world. Has been part of several Hollywood movies such as Star Wars Rogue One, Star Trek into Darkness, and Noah.

V�k town – Lunch stop

V�k � M�dral, or just V�k, is the southernmost town on the Icelandic mainland, found 186 kilometers (110 miles) from the Reykjav�k capital.

Often visited by those traveling the popular sightseeing route along the South Coast, it is a beautiful place for a lunch stop and recharge. Though it only has around 300 residents, the village is trendy amongst tourists for its convenience and beautiful landscapes.

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If you enjoy having unique and exciting experiences, our South Coast and Black Beach tour is the perfect opportunity for you.� � � � � � � � �

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Pick up at requested location.

DEPARTURE TIME

Please be ready by 8:15 AM for a prompt departure at 8:30 AM.

INCLUDED

9-10-hour long tour.	Transportation in a private vehicle.
English guidance.	Professional guide.

NOT INCLUDED

Meals.��

Admission fee to museums.

Guide gratuity.

Are children traveling in the group?

You need a child seat?