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Iceland’s one of the best birdwatching destinations on the planet. The good news is that you won’t have to venture far from the airport to find out: the lakes and coastline of the Reykjanes peninsula are a great place to find birds of many different species in significant numbers. Whether it’s a serious hobby of yours or you’re simply keen to fill your lungs with fresh air somewhere scenic, here’s where we’d suggest as the five best birdwatching spots on the Reykjanes peninsula.

If you find yourself on the Reykjanes peninsula on a windy day, it’s not hard to work out why there was a need for lighthouses to protect sailors and shipping along the often rocky shore. In fact, numerous lighthouses have been erected in this part of Iceland. Many cluster around the west and south west shore of the peninsula where the prevailing Atlantic Ocean waves potentially can do the most harm. All of them are worth visiting as landmarks but a few can be climbed too for spectacular views out over the sea. If you’re keen to visit a lighthouse during your stay, these three have a particularly interesting story behind them.

Reykjanes is one of Iceland’s most photogenic regions and photographers will enjoy capturing images of its most scenic spots. If you love to bring home souvenir images of your trips, here are our picks for the ten Reykjanes locations where photographers must visit.

While some visitor attractions on the Reykjanes peninsula are well known – the Blue Lagoon and Fagradalsfjall volcano spring to mind – others fly under the radar. You might not realise, for instance, that there are a number of excellent museums and exhibitions covering a range of topics. Why not call in at one of these next time you’re passing?

Important information for travellers looking into hiking to the eruption site.

Today a new eruption started in Reykjanes. Travellers and visitors are asked to stay away from the area while the situation is being assessed by scientists and Authorities.

Travellers and hikers are asked to be aware of the risk of rock falling and landslides