My Iceland trip- on the horse’s back
Time for Europe! This time my transport has 4 legs again. It’s an Icelandic horse and he will take me around this beautiful island. This breed is small, bulky and adjusted to walk on the ice and snow. It was brought to Iceland by the Vikings over a thousand years ago. Their special fifth gait, the tölt helps them cover great distances. It’s something between walking and running.
This land of ice and fire is simply breathtaking. I went to enjoy whales watching in the north and it was worth it. We were on a ship, and this huge creature was swimming around us. Looks like they are rather domesticated, if we could call a big wild fish like that.
My Iceland trip…
Untouched by human Icelandic nature…
I think they enjoy people’s company. During seven days on the horse’s back I was admiring the nature’s beauty. It’s exactly like people say. Even if you see photo- shopped pictures don’t think you will be disappointed when you will finally get there. You won’t. I was enjoying watching geyser, swimming in Blue Lagoon- geothermal spa located in a lava field and relaxing near hissing waterfalls. No everyday one have opportunity to see active volcano, right? Covered with snow cap Eyjafjalla Glacier is one of the smaller ice caps of Iceland. I was scared and excited in the same time. The last time it erupted was in 2010.
Cave in the Iceland
Among Iceland attractions we should also mention majestic waterfall Dynjandi. It’s a series of waterfalls with cumulative height of 100 meters. Its name means ‘thundering’ because of the sound it makes. I also could resist diving in crystal clear Silfra between tectonic plates in a unique historic location. A day in in Thingvellir National Park was an unforgettable experience. I also have visited the famous Geysir geothermal field and Gullfoss waterfall.
I agree with you, Iceland is beautiful country and the nature is amazing. I hope I will go there again because it was one of my best travels ever.