Djúpalónssandur beach, Iceland

Lonely PlanetJul 16

Ensure a stress-free trip to Iceland with these top tips on packing, geothermal springs, local etiquette and more.

Black sand beach with dangerous waves

11 things in this story

Þingvellir National ParkSightLocation with 2°C waters
ReynisfjaraSightBlack sand beach known for sneaker waves
BúðakirkjaPlace of worshipTraditional Icelandic church
Blue LagoonSightFamous geothermal spa complex
EyjafjallajökullSightVolcano that caused widespread closures of European airspace
Djúpalónssandur beachSightBlack sand beach with dangerous waves
Langjökull glacierSightGlacier that tourists attempted to cross in an SUV
hakarlRestaurantAir-dried fermented shark meat, a traditional delicacy
Elsewhere
FjallakofinnPlaceReykjavík, IcelandSupplier for outdoor gear purchase or rental in Reykjavík
KrossneslaugSightWestfjords, IcelandRemote outdoor hot spring pool in the Westfjords
Sundhnúkur craterSightReykjanes Peninsula, IcelandSite of volcanic eruptions on Reykjanes Peninsula

Djúpalónssandur beach