Even though it’s named Iceland, the island is in fact only covered by ice for up to 10% of its surface area. The rest of the island’s geography is still being formed by its active volcanoes.
Despite its proximity to the Arctic Circle Iceland enjoys surprisingly mild winters at its southern end thanks to the North Atlantic and Irminger Currents. Southern end temperatures range around 0°C during the winter. However the north end temperatures can drop much further to -25°C.
Arctic Foxes are the only mammals indigenous to Iceland; all other mammals arrived with the settlement of humans on the island. While there is an occasional Polar Bear, they are considered visitors from Spitsbergen and Greenland, and there is not considered to be any sort of Icelandic Polar Bear population.
The seas however are full of life, fisheries playing a major role in Iceland’s economy. These fish are part of the food chain that feeds local Harbour and Grey Seals and Whales. Birds are numerous along Iceland’s shores, and the species include Kittiwakes, Puffins, and Skuas.
Cruises to Iceland
Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. bus back up
Experience Iceland’s remote and breathtaking fjords, harbors, and inlands at an exceptional time of year
RVR16-24 Northern and eastern Iceland are characterized by small villages, dramatic coastlines, narrow fjords, waterfalls, geothermal areas, volcanoes, and mountains. We are in the heart of nature here, and the scenery is breathtaking. This destination offers...
El Rembrandt van Rijn
Fecha del crucero:
9 oct. - 15 oct., 2024
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por encargo
East Greenland - Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail
Experience the northern lights on Earth’s largest fjord
RVR15-25 Sail through Earth’s largest fjord system on a historic three-masted vessel, getting the chance to encounter exotic Arctic wildlife like musk oxen and Arctic hares under the enchanting aurora borealis. Greenland whales may also appear between landing...
El Rembrandt van Rijn
Fecha del crucero:
1 oct. - 12 oct., 2025
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5900 USD
Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. bus back up
Experience Iceland’s remote and breathtaking fjords, harbors, and inlands at an exceptional time of year
RVR16-25 Northern and eastern Iceland are characterized by small villages, dramatic coastlines, narrow fjords, waterfalls, geothermal areas, volcanoes, and mountains. We are in the heart of nature here, and the scenery is breathtaking. This destination offers...
El Rembrandt van Rijn
Fecha del crucero:
12 oct. - 18 oct., 2025
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3750 USD
Northwest Iceland Explorer - Into the pack ice
Encountering the fringes of the sea ice
HDS02-26 Enter a world of Norse mythology, wild, dramatic coastlines, and seabirds in their thousands as you voyage from Iceland, crossing the Arctic Circle and encountering the fringes of the sea ice, with good possibilities of viewing seals, whales, and a lonely...
El Hondius
Fecha del crucero:
29 may. - 5 jun., 2026
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4450 USD
Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
Perfectly combine Spitsbergen & Iceland
HDS03-26 Voyage from the volcanic shores of Iceland to the icy fjords and snow-capped peaks of Spitsbergen, crossing the Arctic Circle, visiting remote Jan Mayen with its rich seabird life, and following the edge of the ice as you go. Watch for whales, seals,...
El Hondius
Fecha del crucero:
5 jun. - 13 jun., 2026
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2750 USD
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The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus), also known as the great white owl or Arctic owl, is one of the most distinctive bird species on the planet. While you won’t find them in all areas of the Arctic – they don’t exist in Svalbard due to the lack of lemmings – they are seen in the polar regions of Eurasia and North America and are a potential visitor during Greenland cruise
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Iceland cruise reviews
Trip far exceeded our expectations. The expedition guides and the Doctor Moniek were very knowledgeable, patient, kind, and wonderful. We got to know them fairly well. it was hard to say goodbye at the end of the trip. The places we went , the scenery we saw, hiked over and through, was truly new unspoiled, uncharted territory. Best ever trip and I share the experience with everyone and recommend this trip and others that Oceanwide offers
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