Become a Wiser Explorer

Discover orcas in Iceland, from the best places and times to see them to their biology, behaviour, and conservation. Learn about Iceland’s famous orca, Keiko, and explore “The Ocean” exhibition at Perlan.

Discover the blue whales of Iceland, the largest animals on Earth. Learn when and where to see them, their conservation story, and explore “The Ocean” exhibition at Perlan in Reykjavík.

 Discover minke whales in Iceland, the most common whale in Icelandic waters. Learn about their behaviour, conservation, and where to see them.

Discover humpback whales in Iceland. Learn about their feeding and migration, the best time and places for whale watching, and explore “The Ocean” exhibition at Perlan.

Yes, there are wild reindeer in Iceland! Learn where to spot them in East Iceland, when to visit, and how to prepare for a safe and unforgettable wildlife encounter.

Explore the most famous statues in Reykjavik, from Leif Erikson to the Sun Voyager. Discover their history, meaning, and nearby attractions in this guide.

Marvel at the iconic basalt columns in Iceland: hexagonal cliffs, black-sand beaches, and waterfalls shaped by volcanic fire. Plan your visit with our guide.

The wild beauty of East Iceland is on full display on the slopes of the iconic Dyrfjöll, from the imposing door-like gap to the giant boulders of Stórurð.

Discover Snæfell, Iceland's highest freestanding mountain in the East. Plan your hike, see wild reindeer, find hot springs, and explore the remote Vatnajökull National Park.

An easy 40-minute drive from Reykjavík, Krýsuvík offers boiling mud pots, hot springs, colourful hills, and epic photo spots on the Reykjanes Peninsula.