Kayaking adventure and wilderness exploration in Iceland

This morning, meet at 10am in Stokkseyri, an hour's drive from Reykjavik for a 2-hour kayak tour. The tour starts on a lake, then goes through a small river before ending in the sea.

You then continue to the Reykjadalur Valley for a hike to the hot river, a true natural spa nestled in the heart of the steaming hills. Relax and bathe in the warm water before returning to your accommodation.

Night in the Golden Circle

In the morning, explore the Geysir geothermal area, including the famous Strokkur geyser which erupts a column of hot water 20m high every 5 to 10 minutes.

Then a visit to the two-tiered waterfall: Gullfoss, fed by the Hvitá River.

At 11am, 3-hour kayak tour on a whitewater river.

Then a visit to Þingvellir National Park, home to the world's oldest parliament, the Althing, where Vikings met to discuss laws from the year 930. The park includes several mountains, volcanoes, lakes, rivers and a forest.

Night near Borgarnes

Discovering the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Stop at the Rauðfeldsgjá canyon, the small black church of Búðir, the village of Arnarstapi, a paradise for birdwatchers where many birds nest in its protruding cliffs.

Make a stop in Lóndrangar and then at Djúpalónssandur beach, an open-air museum where the remains of a shipwreck lie. Be careful of the waves, which can be unpredictable.

Climb the steps to the top of the Saxhóll volcano crater.

Then, take a break to stroll around Kirkjufell's iconic mountain.

In the evening, a 3-hour kayak tour to observe the midnight sun.

Night towards the small town of Stykkishólmur

Take route 68 along the very wild coast along the Hrútaoörður fjord whose beaches collect a large quantity of driftwood from the boreal forests carried by the Siberian current.

In Holmavik, you can go on a whale watching tour (at an extra cost) or visit the witchcraft museum or the Galdur brewery.

Night near Hólmavik

Head to the Heydalur farm where sea kayaks are available (unguided). You can also enjoy the swimming pool in the greenhouse and the hot baths (entrance not included).

Then a stop near Litlibær , an old farm, on the other side of the road, by the water, you can observe the seals basking in the sun.

I recommend a hike of about 2 hours round trip to get to the waterfall in the Valagil canyon .

Night near Isafjörður

Visit to the small town of Isafjöður, capital of the Westfjords with its 2,600 inhabitants, then crossing through the charming village of Flateyri.

Dynjandi waterfall, 100m high, cascades in tiers into Arnarfjörður fjord. It's not uncommon to see whales in this fjord from the road!

I suggest two swims at Pollurin and Reyjafarrðarlaug hot pot .

Finally, head to the cliffs of Látrabjarg in the evening to observe the dozens of puffins when they are most active, as well as hundreds of fulmars and razorbills. Hiking along the coastline is possible from the Bjargtangar lighthouse.

Night near Patreksfjorður

Go down to the red sand beach of Rauðissandur,

You can swim at Hellulaug , near Flókalundur. This natural pool on the edge of the fjord, though not visible from the road, is only 60 cm deep but is continuously fed by a hot spring at 38 degrees Celsius. You can also hike (2 hours round trip) to Helluvatn, the "Lake of Hell."

You can also plan a swim at Birkimelur pool, a seaside pool with a rock jacuzzi.

You follow the jagged road along the fjords.

Night near Búðardalur

Discovery and walk around a crater, visit to Borgarfjörður including the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, whose waters originate from the Eiriksjökull glacier, cross the Hallmundarhaun lava field before flowing into the Hvitá river.

Stop at the Deildartunguhver hot spring next to the Krauma baths

Numerous hikes are possible in Húsafell, where signs display all the options.

head towards the small town of Borgarnes .

I recommend a detour to Hvalfjörður where you can hike to the fabulous Glýmur waterfall

Night in Reykjavik

Return the vehicle to Keflavik International Airport and take your flight back to the

France.