Iceland Highland Trek – Álftavatn
From the top of Brattháls, the whole of Álftavatn lake and the surrounding mountains unfold beneath me. Well worth the climb on a long highland afternoon.
Iceland Highland Trek – Hrafntinnusker to Álftavatn
Hours of grinding over endless volcanic gullies, suddenly, Álftavatn lake spreads below in an impossible sweep of green.
Iceland Highland Trek – Landmannalaugar to Hrafntinnusker
Beginning at Landmannalaugar, the Laugavegur Trail’s first 12KM climb through lava fields and colorful rhyolite mountains to a stark, fog-shrouded plateau near Hrafntinnusker.
Iceland Highland Trek – Start
Crossing glacial streams and shifting into raw volcanic terrain, the specialized bus took us to Landmannalaugar, the starting point for a 55-kilometer trek through the Icelandic Highlands.
Iceland – Reykjavík
This trip marked our first time venturing into the Arctic and crossing the Arctic Circle, while also gaining deeper insights into the geography, culture, and current affairs of Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
Faroe Islands – Puffins
Puffins fly out over the ocean to catch small fish and crustaceans. Before taking off, puffins are extremely cautious, often standing at the mouth of their burrows for a long time and retreat back at the slightest disturbance.
Faroe Islands – Floating Lake
Due to the upward-sloping terrain on the right and the sheer cliffs in the foreground, it creates the striking illusion that Lake Sørvágsvatn is floating high above the ocean.
Faroe Islands – Lighthouse on the Cliff
Kallur Lighthouse is one of the most iconic sights in the Faroe Islands. Standing atop the high ridge feels like standing at the edge of the world - a breathtaking sight.
Faroe Islands – Northern Islands
The development of bridges and tunnels has significantly improved connectivity in the Faroe Islands. These infrastructures transformed remote villages into accessible destinations, uniting the archipelago’s rugged landscape with efficient land routes.
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