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Many of my readers are now planning their 2022 trip to Iceland. So without further, here are twenty-two things you should consider including in your trip to Iceland. This list of 22 things to do in Iceland in 2022 is in no particular order, and to be honest, there is so much more to do and see here in Iceland. I hope this inspires you when you plan your Iceland trip.

1. Get treats in Ísafjörður town

Be amazed at the great food and drinks you will find in the remote small town of Ísafjörður.

Dynjandi waterfall in the Westfjords of Iceland. Photo by Denise Schuld on Unsplash.
Dynjandi Waterfall. Photo by Denise Schuld on Unsplash.

2. Discover the biggest Icelandic waterfall you have never heard of

See Dynjandi waterfall in the Westfjords.

3. See lava running indoors.

Things get hot at the Icelandic lava show. Pro tip: take your coat off.

4. Find the giants of the sea

Go whale watching with Elding.

Puffin in Iceland.
Puffin in Iceland.

4. Chuckle at puffins

Puffins are beautiful birds, but I also find them amusing. Go puffin watching in Iceland.

5. See the most beautiful lake in Iceland

Visit the beautiful lake Mývatn and soak in the Mývatn nature baths.

6. Visit an industrial estate for Iceland’s latest gem

In an industrial estate in the suburban town of Kópavogur, the is the Sky-Lagoon. You will don’t want to miss this.

7. Go Ice exploring

Go deep inside an Icelandic glacier. I am not kidding. You should.

Paragliding in Iceland
Paragliding in Iceland

8. Soar like an Icelandic raven

Go tandem paragliding and see Iceland from the air. Just like the Icelandic raven.

9. See the stunning black beach near Vík

Some say the black beach is touristy. I’m afraid I have to disagree. The black beach never fails to impress me.

10. Fall in love with eating Icelandic shark

At Bjarnarhöfn shark museum, the curator will teach you the art of consuming delicious Icelandic sharks.

Aldeyjarfoss waterfall in north east Iceland.
Aldeyjarfoss waterfall has the best basalt columns!

11. Observe a unique basalt framed waterfall

The basalt columns frame Aldeyjarfoss waterfall perfectly. See it if you can.

12. See the Stuðlagil canyon

It would help if you had more perfect basalt columns in your life, so consider visiting Stuðlagil canyon.

13 Dip into Vök nature baths

If you are traveling in the east of Iceland, you should relax at Vök baths.

14. Visit Thingvellir

Thingvellir has a long and complex history. It is well worth visiting.

Snorkeling in Silfra is a divine experience.
Snorkeling in Silfra is a divine experience.

15. Snorkel between tectonic plates

In the Silfra crevice, you can snorkel in crystal-clear water. Just do it.

16. See the incredible glacial lagoons of Fjallsárlón and Jökulsárlón

The glacial lagoons of Fjallsárlón lagoon and Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon are, in my opinion, must see-places. They will do nothing for your climate anxiety, though.

17. Get ice diamonds for free

At the beach of Breiðamerkursandur, icebergs from the nearby Jökulsárlón – Glacial Lagoon – wash ashore. Beauty ensues.

Dettifoss waterfall in Iceland.
The incredible Dettifoss waterfall is the star of the Diamond Circle.

18. Discover sheer power and feel small

Dettifoss waterfall thunders into its canyon with terrific force. Witnessing Dettifoss thunder away is an excellent lesson in perspective.

19. Hike the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail

Unless the weather is s*it, walking between glaciers is epic.

20. Learn about the Viking-age settlers

Visit the 871+3 museum downtown Reykjavik and see how the first Icelanders lived.

21 Take a stroll in the Reykjavik park

Elliðaárdalur valley is a pleasant area for a walk, run, or a bike ride.

Lovely Ásbyrgi in summer.
Lovely Ásbyrgi in summer.

22. Walk in in Sleipnir’s hoof-steps

The stunningly beautiful Ásbyrgi is such a lovely place to visit. The neighborhood is also just incredible.

22 things to do in Iceland in 2022 is no way complete

There are many other fantastic things to do in Iceland, but I hope this is helpful for your travel planning. Take your time when traveling, and stay safe in Iceland.