Sightseeing Tours
At Black Ridge Mountaineering we love to travel and see Iceland. As part of that we also believe that having a small activity is key to the enjoyment of a tour. This is so we can stretch your legs, and to go a little further into the land, discovering new and exciting places and sights to see.
We don’t intend to hike any mountains in these tours, but we may hike across some open land of along a trail. Our sightseeing tours are designed so that they are available to as many people as possible.
Of course, if you or any member of your party have questions about physical activities, please feel free to contact us. We are here to help and see if we can resolve any questions that you may have.
Classy South
The South coast of Iceland is one of those places where you get an opportunity to see and experience a vast array of sites.
Classy South – one day tour
From magnificent glacier of Solheimajökull, the waterfalls of Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss to the basalt columns at Reynisfjara.
These are amongst some of the most popular destinations for anyone traveling along the South coast of Iceland and once you see them, you will see why!
Silver Glymur Circle
This is a beautiful day out starting with a nice moderate hike to the second highest waterfall in Iceland. For many years this was in fact the highest until 2011 when another fall was measured near Morsárjökull.
Silver Glymur Circle – one day tour
Nevertheless Glymur is stunning and well worth a visit. The trail has many spots where the fall is in a view and as you ascend you will see the fall much more clearly. Upon return from this hike, which usually takes from three to four hours, we will visit the lava tube of Vidgelmir and the waterfall of Hraunfossar.
We will depart for Deildartunguhver. This is an area which has the highest hot springs in all of Europe. The water springs from the ground at an impressive 97 °C (206.6 °F). We, however are going to the baths and spa of Krauma where we will enjoy the natural waters from Deildartunguhver mixed with the cold water from Rauðsgil. This is a moment of pure pleasure, to savour and enjoy. We will also take a break here to enjoy the local food and enjoy an authentic taste of Icelandic cuisine.
Golden Circle Tour
Join us on a fantastic tour of Iceland Golden Circle. Our tours will show a variety of locations that we have picked for you. Visit an area that is world famous for its rich history, geological marvels, and natural beauty. Amongst this list of inspiring locations is the continental rift of Thingvellir national park, where the old parliament house is located as well as the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and have lunch and ice-cream at Efstidalur farm.
This is a wonderful way to get to know and see some of the amazing sights of Iceland. A fantastic introduction to learn more about the landscape and history of this wonderful country.
Golden Circle Tour – one day tour
See the waterfall of Bruarfoss with its incredible glacier water, magnificent blue water flowing and cascading which includes an scenic hike to and from the waterfall. We will visit Geysir a geothermal area and the one that gave geysirs their name. We will visit Gulfoss, this impressive waterfall and fast flowing river pouring over the multi-tiered falls., with such a powerful flow as it runs between steep rock walls.