Iceland is one
of the main breeding grounds for waterfowl in Europe. There
are no fewer than 16 species of duck known to nest in
Iceland, including two American species; Barrow's goldeneye
and the harlequin duck. Iceland is a paradise for
bird-watchers. For example you'll find in Reykjanes, a major
nesting grounds for the Arctic Tern. There are numerous
locations to choose from depending on the bird of your
choice, with tour operators offering early
summer tour packages.
Birdwatching
(Book)
A book for all birdwatchers and nature lovers. A concise
guide to the areas of Iceland of interest to the birdwatchers.
Brief descriptions of all Icelandic breeding birds.
Guðmundur Jónasson Travel
Operates a large bus fleet in Iceland with 24 buses meeting
all the needs of today's travellers. In addition to highland
tours during the summer, hotel based tours are on offer
through out the year.
Heidarbaer,
Accommodation and Restaurant
At Heidarbaer there is a shop, restaurant, swimming pool,
camping place and a sleeing-bag accommodation. From there
it is not far to the main attractions of North-East Iceland,
for example Myvatn, Godafoss, Asbyrgi, Jokulsargljufur and
Laxa in Adaldalur.
Isafold Travel
Isafold Travel offers cultural and educational
excursions and customized gourmet vacations around
Iceland. Custom made tours all year for small groups of
families, friends or people sharing a common interest.
Melrakkasletta north east Iceland Home of some of Iceland's rarest birds.
Raufarhofn village is by the
plateau Melrakkasletta (transl. Arctic Fox Plain) the
northernmost part of Iceland, almost on the arctic
circle and closest to the midnight sun.
North Sailing
(Husavik - North Iceland) North Sailing Whale-watching
is an award-winning company enjoying huge popularity amongst
visitors to Iceland. Dreams have become reality on sailing
trips aboard our beautiful oak boats.
Sel-Hotel
Myvatn
Lake Myvatn is known for it's bird life. All bird
watchers welcome. Sel-Hotel Myvatn at Skútustaðir is
located in the middle of the natural beauty of Lake
Mývatn and is a new, splendid, 3 star hotel (opened year
2000).
Snaefellsbaer,
West Iceland Snaefellsbaer is the municipal unit covering the villages
around the Snaefellsjokull glacier, and extends west from
Ellidhamrar in Stadarsveit. Great town with great tourist
service.
Viking Boat Tours in Iceland
(South Iceland - Vestmannaeyjar/Vestmann
Islands)
Viking Boat Tours a tourist service in the Westman Islands.
Whale-watching, bird watching and bus tours.