Excursion Diamond circle flight-seeing adventure tour at Akureyri

Explore the most spectacular topography in northern Iceland during this exhilarating flight-seeing excursion to the Diamond Circle.

Akureyri, Diamond Circle, Goðafoss Waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Dettifoss Waterfall

Depart the pier for the short drive to the airport. Upon arrival, receive your safety and flight instructions, then board your awaiting airplane and begin your panoramic, approximately 1.5-hour flight-seeing tour. After take-off, fly over the renowned Diamond Circle. A top attraction and must-see in northern Iceland, the Diamond Circle covers an area rich in volcanic and geothermal features. Along the way, marvel at the magnificent Goðafoss Waterfall and Lake Mývatn, with its numerous attractions and geothermal phenomena, such as Krafla, Námasarð, Hvelfjall and pseudo craters. From here, fly over the Dettifoss Waterfall. Europe's most powerful waterfall, its cascades plunge from a height of 144 feet (44 meters) into a narrow canyon.

Game of Thrones Landscape, Vatnajökull National Park, Troll Peninsula Mountains, Akureyri

Next, fly through the landscape of the epic television series, Game of Thrones, which was filmed in this dramatic landscape, then over Vatnajökull National Park and magnificent canyons before the final leg of your flight back to Akureyri. En route, relax and take in the northeast coastline as the Troll Peninsula Mountain range comes to view in the west. At the conclusion of your flight-seeing tour, return to the airport, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Akureyri, Diamond Circle, Goðafoss Waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Dettifoss Waterfall, Game of Thrones Landscape, Vatnajökull National Park, Troll Peninsula Mountains

Note

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 109 yards-164 yards (about 100 metres-150 metres), at times over with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and board/de-board the airplane. This tour is not suitable for guests with a fear of heights, guests prone to airsickness, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with sturdy, flat, closed-toe, and non-slip walking shoes, and bring sun protection and a weatherproof jacket. The flight routes and operation of this tour are subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.