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Ice Climbing and Hiking on Glaciers

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Iceland, often called ‘The Land of Ice and Fire,’ is a place where nature puts on a spectacular show. If you're curious about witnessing an erupting volcano during your visit, that's the fiery part. The icy side of Iceland is just as enticing, with majestic glaciers covering about 10% of the country. It's no wonder that nearly every traveler who sets foot here is eager to experience these frozen giants firsthand. And honestly, who could blame them?

There are plenty of day tours whisking you away from the buzz of Reykjavik to the tranquil countryside, where these icy marvels await. One must-see spot is the glacier lagoon. Here, you might catch the mesmerizing sight of the glacier's front calving, where fresh icebergs crash into the lagoon below. This natural spectacle creates massive waves, so it's important to keep a safe distance from the water's edge. And as tempting as it might be, don't even think about climbing onto those floating icebergs. They can flip without warning as they melt, and you definitely don't want to be caught underneath!

Once these icebergs are free in the lagoon, they drift toward the sea, often surrounded by playful seals on the hunt. Occasionally, pieces of ice are swept back onto the striking black sand beach, where they glisten in the sunlight like precious gems. This is why they call it Diamond Beach! Not every glacier is the same, though. Take Sólheimajökull, for example. It's near the notorious Eyjafjallajökull, which erupted in 2010 and sent an ash cloud across Europe, grounding flights everywhere. If you venture to Sólheimajökull, consider joining Iceland Discover’s South Coast tour. You'll witness the ash and debris from past eruptions layered within the ice, creating unique, stripey patterns that tell a story of the land's fiery history.

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