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Excursions Prenta út


Whale Watching - Saturday 5 June

hvalir.4Join us in an adventure at sea with an unforgettable trip into the world of whales and sea birds. The various types of whales commonly sighted include minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, the popular humpback whales and killer whales (orcas). The majestic Fin  and Sei whales are also occasional companions to our boats. We will be accompanied by sea birds such as gannets, puffins, guillemots, cormorants, gulls, kittiwakes, arctic terns, and many more. Our trips take us past several islands inhabited by colonies of puffin.


Departure at: 13:00 (pick up at 12:30)
Duration: around 4 hours
Price: EUR 52


Cultural Walk in Reykjavik City Center - Saturday 5 June

austurvollurLet´s taka a walk through the old town of our capital, Reykjavik. In this tour you will hear about the history of the city and the architecture as we pass the buildings.  We´ll visit churches, galleries, boutiques and a park.  In the end we stop for a coffee.



Departure at: 14:00
Duration: around 3 hours
Price: EUR 50


The Blue Lagoon - Saturday 5 June

bl 16The Blue Lagoon Express is not to be missed while you are in Iceland. The Blue Lagoon's warm water and natural active ingredients; mineral salts, silica and blue green algae help you relax and unwind while the Blue Lagoon white silica mud gently cleanses and exfoliates the skin. The mineral salts balance and relax body and soul. This tour departs at 14:00 and you can return at one of our flexible return times.
The Blue Lagoon Express offers the ideal way to visit the Blue Lagoon. Other available departures at 08:30, 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 16:00 and 18:00. Return times are always flexible.

Departure at: 14:00 (pick up at hotels and guesthouses 30 minutes before departure)
Price: EUR 45
Included: Bath fee to the Blue Lagoon, pick up at hotels and guesthouses 30 minutes before departure.


Jeep Safari - Thorsmork & The South Coast – Thursday 10 June

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We start by driving in our modified super trucks along the south shore, heading for one of the places that Icelanders appreciate most, Þórsmörk (The Woods of Thor).
On the way we make a stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall to walk behind the waterfall and at a small glacial lagoon.
Many glacial rivers have to be crossed on the way to Þórsmörk which is situated in a valley the south of Iceland surrounded by three glaciers and mountains which create favorable circumstances for growth for the over 170 plant species you can
find in the area. Many walking paths are marked in Þórsmörk, making it an ideal place for short hikes with views of glaciers, woodlands and other colorful landscape.

Pick up time: 08:30 – 09:00
Duration: 9-10 hours
Includes: Pick up from hotels/guesthouses in Reykjavik and guided super truck tour
Price per person: EUR 180

Please note:
Choices of roads and availability of activities are condition dependent. 
Lunch and refreshments are not included in the prices.

Other excursions available upon request. 
Please contact the conference bureau, Your Host.

 


 
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