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I love your Asian road trip, include me next time. I'm a China man too.
@KimLee-ki7pv5 күн бұрын
Beautiful island! We just returned last weekend for a 5-day Vancouver trip, too much to see too little time. Didn't make to the Victory, will definitely see you next trip, Vancouver Island!
@adventurerice2 күн бұрын
@@KimLee-ki7pv such an amazing place!! Glad you liked the video 🫡🫡 safe travels!!
@KimLee-ki7pv5 күн бұрын
Beautiful island, we just returned last weekend from Vancouver as well for a 5-day trip, too little time too much to see... didn't make to the Victory, definitely do the next visit, Vancouver Island!
@CarolineGreen-p9h12 күн бұрын
Thanks for such a great video! Totally agree about the voice...very calm and relaxing to listen to. Must be all that island time. :) We are heading out to Vancouver and Vancouver Island in August....have been there a few times. When leaving Tofino I was planning to go back to Nanaimo and then to Malahat but I hadnt thought of crossing through to Port Renfrew and coming back along the coast. We were in Sooke last year and loved it. You may have changed my plans!!! Thanks again, glad you had a great experience.
@adventurerice12 күн бұрын
Thanks alot!!! Your kind words and appreciation mean alot to me!!! 🙂 Wishing you safe travels and an amazing time in August!
@azirgomez511313 күн бұрын
Hello! Between Day 10 and Day 11, you mentioned doing a quick drive from Rauðisandur to Reykjavik of 2 hours. Was that a typo ? Google maps says it's more like a 5 hours drive. I am trying to plan my West Coast itinerary and I noticed that big gap.
@adventurerice13 күн бұрын
I may have misspoke in the video but the approximate 2 hours is from our campsite for the night which was just outside of the West Fjords (Búðardalur tjaldsvæði), to Reykjavik. I think it was about 3 hours to this campsite from Raudisandur which adds up to the 5 hours.
@azirgomez511313 күн бұрын
@@adventurerice that adds up for sure. Thank you for the quick reply ! My gf and I loved your video
@adventurerice13 күн бұрын
@@azirgomez5113 no problem happy to clarify and thanks for the kind words 🙂🙂 Wishing you safe travels! You are sure to have an amazing time there!!!
@avramsanders919814 күн бұрын
This was such a fantastic video! Equal parts helpful and beautiful. Thanks so much
@adventurerice14 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it!!! Thanks for your kind words !🙂
@westleyleonstudios15 күн бұрын
How did you do the travel map with the red line? I have a trip coming up and would love to do this
@adventurerice15 күн бұрын
I followed this tutorial. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppWuj7eco82apqg.htmlsi=1giNVVhVmST-Iw5w
@user-lt3ou9ht5j25 күн бұрын
Thank you so much , I think since I’m traveling alone I will stick to the south ( this time)👍
@adventurerice25 күн бұрын
Makes sense! Enjoy your trip! You will have an amazing time 😊
@user-lt3ou9ht5j26 күн бұрын
Beautiful video! CONGRATULATIONS 🍾! i’ve been to Iceland once but based in Reykjavík, would you suggest staying in the West Fard or staying in the south I like to hike be in the Hot Springs and just generally out in nature one day in the capital is enough for me
@adventurerice26 күн бұрын
Thank you for the amazing comments ! 😁😁 In terms of your questions, I think if you want the best hiking experiences, I would say the Highlands are amazing as there are few people and amazing views with untouched nature. However, it may not be as accessible. With that in mind comparing the West Fjords and the south, I would say stick to the south as it has more accessible and marked hiking trails as well as more known hot springs. The south east area of the island definitely has less crowds with amazing places to see as well. The West fjords are amazing as well but things are further apart and may not have as many marked/well known trails/hot springs. But it will definitely have less crowds. Hope that helped!
@DaveyBooBoo27 күн бұрын
Best Iceland video by far
@adventurerice27 күн бұрын
Dam appreciate the love! Tried my best to do something a little different and how I would like a travel video to be so I'm glad you liked it!
@DaveyBooBoo27 күн бұрын
@@adventurerice heading there tomorrow and this would have been a good video to start with haha
@adventurerice27 күн бұрын
@@DaveyBooBoo Haha I hear ya. Have a great trip! I am sure you will love it!!!
@futurism7131Ай бұрын
On Safetravel website I read about 3 layers of clothing, being water+windproof. How necessary is this? Would a poncho on top of normal clothing be fine aswell, or what do you recommend? Personally I dont have waterproof shoes or waterproof jacket, so it'd be quite costly do buy this for a trip!
@adventurericeАй бұрын
It depends on the locations you would like to visit but I would say it is required at the bare minimum a waterproof jacket. It does rain pretty often in Iceland and weather can change really quickly. So it is always a good call to have a waterproof layer as you wouldn't want to be caught in the rain halfway through a hike. In addition, alot of the waterfalls will soak you once you get close enough and you often need to get a lot closer to really take it all in. In regards to a poncho, I think they could be okay but with windy conditions it could be an issue. I think a wind proof layer would also be recommended as in some areas it was really really windy! Especially in higher areas such as hikes in the highlands. Lastly, I think waterproof boots are not an absolute need but again this depends on your activities, some areas I had to step through a small river, or areas got really muddy so I was glad to have them for that and for rain. I would also consider the fact that if you dont own waterproof footwear and they get soaked, you would need to have space to pack a back up piece of footwear. To note, the trip I took in this video we were really lucky to have clear skies for the majority of the trip which was really uncommon. So my first hand experience could be a little skewed.
@futurism7131Ай бұрын
@@adventurerice Thanks a lot for your answer! We don't plan to go to the Highlands, just south until the glacier lagoon at furthest. Glad you got good weather for your trip! :)
@vivalasvegas702Ай бұрын
Do you need a permit to fly a drone?
@adventurericeАй бұрын
In 2022 there were drone laws for drones greater than a specific weight. I had the DJI Mini 2 which was below this threshold so I did not require a permit. However, there are still areas in Iceland that did not permit them (visible by signs at the location saying "No Drones.") Things could have potentially changed after 2 years but I still believe if you have the smaller drones you don't need a permit.
@CballinАй бұрын
Man there is so much more to Vancouver island than tofino and renfrew.
@adventurericeАй бұрын
Totally agree! I wanted to make this video based on my limited time I had while traveling there but of course there was so much more on the island I wish I could have checked out 😞
@futurism7131Ай бұрын
Beautiful video with such good scenic shots! Loved the music along with it. I'm planning to go to Iceland with my girlfriend at the end of October. Currently we aim to do a 'basic' route Reykjavík to Vík (including Golden Circle) and back by 2x2 rental and stay at guesthouses in towns. Anyone got any more tips where to go seeing as it's only a very small portion of Iceland? And how safe is it to drive like an hour or two in the dark after sunset? I got quite a couple waterfalls on my route right now, but I feel like it may get 'boring' if it's too many of them? These are: Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi, Skógafoss and Kvernufoss. Are all worth visiting and are they diverse enough? And is it worth going to Silfra tectonic plates if we don't plan on snorkeling or diving?
@choosewisely616Ай бұрын
My daughter and I did that itinerary last November. So much of the driving was dark and it was fine. The only trouble I had was between Akranes and northern Reykjavik. The striping on the road was worn off yet the local traffic all knew where it was supposed to be and they were going much faster than I was comfortable with. Ultimately we were fine. I would highly recommend Thingvellir National Park. Walking between 2 continental plates is really cool. Be sure to make the drive to Diamond Beach as a day trip from Vik. We did the boats at Jökulsárlón too. It was our first time so close to icebergs. My photos are amazing. At Seljalandsfoss there is another falls to the left. Be sure to see them. We didn’t do the last bit up to those falls because of the weather. We were disappointed but will definitely see them next time. No matter what you do it will be amazing. So much of the experience is Iceland’s vastness, rugged beauty and isolation. Be sure to take time to be still and discover what you see, hear, feel. It gets in your soul. Start planning your next, next trip!
@futurism7131Ай бұрын
@@choosewisely616 Hey! Thanks for your reply. Good to know that driving in the dark is ok. That sounds not great, but glad you were ok! I did read about Diamond Beach and watch a video but to me it doesn't look tooo appealing yet. But the glacier lake next to it is really great from what I can read so it'd basically be 2 things in 1 I guess. Only thing is that the drive is rather long back and forth and we only go 7 days. Not sure if its worth then. How highly would you recommend it? Is the drive from Vík to there also good? Might have to rethink if its a must see. Thanks in advance!
@choosewisely616Ай бұрын
@@futurism7131 I think it’s all about the experience you’re looking for. Diamond Beach was a ‘must do’ for us and it’s a very popular bus tour from Reykjavik. When we were there mid November, the beach was loaded with baby bergs. We live on a tropical island 🏝️ so it was the most opposite experience we could have and it was fantastic! It is 5 hours of driving plus stops/activities from Vik. The landscape is otherworldly and there are glaciers to see too. In November the sunset/sunrise was 2 hours long so the colors and changing sky was also a feature. We were balancing our daytime activities with aurora hunting at night so we didn’t make any of the stops along the way that day. One note about driving; most of the country is 2 lane undivided highway with no shoulder. Just be aware of oncoming cars and drive defensively, day or night. We did allow 2 nights in Vik so we could make that trip. I highly recommend it but if it’s not your thing then you will certainly have other fantastic experiences. Feel free to ask if you have any more questions.
@futurism7131Ай бұрын
@@choosewisely616 Oh yeah that makes sense since it's like complete opposite for you! I tried to squeeze it in now by cutting a day off Reykjavík, seeing as it will be a great route to drive aswell. Do you have any tips for locations for watching the Aurora, like with scenic backgrounds, around Vík? Thanks for the tip about the driving. What clothing did you bring? Safetravel website says to wear 3 layers, no cotton, water and windproof etc. haha
@choosewisely616Ай бұрын
@@futurism7131 Don’t know how long you’re planning in Reykjavik but you can see it thoroughly in 2 solid days. If you are planning day trips then add to that. Sky Lagoon was wonderful, we went after dark which was really cool. The Aurora are weather dependent also and Vik didn’t work for us. Most people go to the beach (town side, not basalt pillars) or up to the church - you can’t miss it. We saw the Aurora in Reykholt on the Golden Circle. We stayed at the Blue Hotel which was really great. Fridheimar is right next door- hint, hint (book now if you are interested). We did dress just as recommended, plus hats, scarves and gloves. It hovered around freezing during our trip (November). Not wanting to invest a fortune in clothes we can’t wear much we found great things on eBay and Amazon. A 3-in-1 coat is a must. The outer layer can be zipped off on warmer, dry days. We purchased thermal layers from 32 Degrees. They are inexpensive but comfortable and did a great job. We also had fleece lined snow pants, snow (waterproof) leggings and my daughter wore jeans with a thermal layer on dry days only. The day you visit Skogafoss you will want to be completely waterproof. The spray will soak you 2-300 yards before you get up close. It’s totally visible from a distance but you don’t feel the power of it. We had loads of fun exploring the area while being very comfortable. The thing about jeans is they don’t dry quickly enough so wear them wisely. In case you haven’t found it yet the Iceland Meteorological Office website is the best resource for weather and Aurora forecasts. In Vik we ate at The Soup Company and Blackcrust Pizza. Both were super yummy. 😋
@KentuckyGingerАй бұрын
music is too loud and distracting. I really wanted to hear what you had to say.
@adventurericeАй бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! I'll make sure it's better next video!!
@kellytuck6924Ай бұрын
This was a beautiful vlog. Well done! I visited Iceland in 2016 on a solo campervan trip and loved it so much, I'm planning a trip in June 2025 with my daughter and dad. I really enjoyed seeing your drone shots, and I'm happy to know I can get such good quality from the one you used and not break the bank. I did the Golden Circle and the southern coast, so my favorite part was Dyrhólaey. This time, we plan to go further into the Eastfjords. We wanted to stop at Diamond Beach and come back, but is there anything further north on that coast that you would say is a "must not miss"? Also, are there toll tunnels on the way? Thanks!
@adventurericeАй бұрын
Thanks so much for your nice words it means alot!! I'm sure your family will love Iceland 😊😊 yah especially now I'm sure the drones are even better! In terms of things in the east we definitely LOVED Voks Baths which was really luxurious and relaxing! I would also say Dettifoss was really cool but the road in was a little rough and more of the northern side. Something I wish I got to do was see Vestrahorn as well!! We never encountered any toll tunnels through our trip.
@vaisakh15762Ай бұрын
One of the best videos that I have seen of Iceland. The itinerary and the detailed explanation was spot on. I wish you had more subscribers as you have made an excellent video with minimal equipments. Could you please let me know in which month did you travel as I am also planning for an Iceland trip next year. Thanks and all the very best for all your future travels. :)
@adventurericeАй бұрын
Thanks alot for your kind words! It means alot to me really!! 😊😊 I went to Iceland mid September! All the best to you!
@andrestephan72572 ай бұрын
Very inspiring and great job. We are planning a trip and not sure how much time to allocate, is three weeks to much time?
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
Happy to hear you liked the video! 😊 I would say three weeks is great! You could easily spend a couple days in the highlands. You could probably adapt my itinerary and lengthen the time at each one! Maybe 2 days at Landamannalaugar instead of the half I did etc.
@meganviews2 ай бұрын
Wonderful video and congratulations on your engagement! Would you mind sharing what hike you did at Landamannalaugar? I love that view! Overall, it looks like you got great conditions and glad you and your fiancé had an amazing time!
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Glad you liked our video! In Landamannalaugar, I don't remember the exact name of the trail but I think it is Suournamur. Should be the dark red trail line on the map. For reference I highlighted it in the video also!
@meganviews2 ай бұрын
@@adventurerice You're welcome and thank you so much! I should have looked at your map more closely!
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
@@meganviews that's ok!! Always happy to help 😊😊
@UChris19952 ай бұрын
Amazing trip! But honestly, all this in 11 days? Seems like there is no real time for relaxing with that. I'd say you drove distances that I drove in two trips of 19 days each - and I will be back this summer for another 19 days-road trip :) But anyway - glad you enjoyed it!
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
My wife would probably agree with you haha! It was a little jam packed but I didn't find anything too rushed aside from maybe one or two locations where I wish I had more time. I found I had alot of time to relax when driving making random stops at interesting unnamed places!
@meandmyvanandmydogandmybik67362 ай бұрын
Absolutely fantastic video! We went in February 2024 and was blown away by the country and the views. Expensive but well worth it, can’t wait to go again after watching your video.
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!! Your kind words are much appreciated and I can't agree more the country was amazing and something special!!! 😁❤️
@KhurshidsChannel2 ай бұрын
Beautiful video. Thank you for sharing.
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!!! 😁
@ronitasaha94872 ай бұрын
Which time of the year did you visit?
@adventurerice2 ай бұрын
We went in September !
@alexanderkubanski95632 ай бұрын
He fucked up but took full responsibility and apologised. Wish our politicians and our government could do the same
@chanthataing70423 ай бұрын
Lovely and informative video and beautiful proposal. What did you guys do for meals and if you had to choose, which stop would you have skipped or was underwhelming?
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!! :) For meals, we bought some groceries at the supermarket and cooked in the van and at camp sites! The van rental came with a portable butane stove so we used that alot as well as any cold cut sandwiches. Otherwise making simple meals like stews and pastas! The yogurt in Iceland was super super tasty! In terms of stops to skip, we felt Gulfoss was definitely underwhelming as it was super busy and alot of the other waterfalls were just as cool with less people! If you are tight on time, I also would skip the Geysir and Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft.
@GeneralKenobi33 ай бұрын
Neat
@user-vd2gu7ez6q3 ай бұрын
Enjoying your video , informative and real how your days unfolded.
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Happy you enjoyed it!! 😊 Thanks for your kind words!!
@johndoe-nh9sh3 ай бұрын
Congratulations, a lovely moment to propose, and thanks for creating/sharing your video. I've not long got back from 9 days out there and I'm missing the place already, but I'm back there in the summer for 23 days of birds/wildlife and exploring more of this fantastic island.
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Thanks for your lovely comments!! ❤ Sounds amazing and I'm super jealous!! Have a great trip!😊😊
@johndoe-nh9sh3 ай бұрын
@@adventurerice Thanks and take care =)
@BernieHudymaPhotography3 ай бұрын
Amazing video!! I'm planning on going to Iceland this June, and this video has some great info. You're editing is beautiful. What is drone drone model did you use?
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!! I hope you have an amazing trip!! You will absolutely get some great photos and videos!! I used the DJI MINI 2. If you are looking for vertical video or photos then the DJI MINI 3 would be better for you but the 2 has everything else you need essentially.
@aniamadamag3 ай бұрын
thanks for sharing the PROPOSAL
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Of course! Happy I could share our special moment with you!
@milenafera3 ай бұрын
This is a fantastic video, thanks for making this. I’m planning my trip for next year! This video is a huge inspo
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Really happy you liked it and inspired you!!! 😊😊 You will absolutely be blown away by Iceland!!!! Safe travels!!! 😄
@JorgeHernanArcilaA4 ай бұрын
Nice place, good video friend.
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!! Safe travels to you on your adventures!!
@vanessahall6144 ай бұрын
Thank you for providing cost and time information, it makes the content helpful for planning. Your editing and cinematography are top notch! What part of September did you go? We have started to plan our trip! Congratulations on the engagement! 🌼💗🍀
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words 😄😄!!! Glad I could help in your planning! You definitely be blown away!! We went around Sept 2! Thanks again 😀
@analeandro89684 ай бұрын
Absolutely loved your video! AMAZING. Thank you soooooo much :)
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thanks you!!! ❤❤❤ Really happy you liked it !!!!☺☺☺
@LowLightMike4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video that is very much enjoyed. 3:00 mark: You faked-me out with this scene sequence, where I was sure you were headed to the Tsawwassen ferry terminal (crossing Lions Gate Bridge & driving through Stanley Park), but then you were at Horseshoe Bay terminal instead. 6:56 mark: The Tacofino lineup probably has more Instagrammers per-capita than any other piece of land on Vancouver Island, LOL. :) I enjoy these types of videos as I compare what people do in a compressed visit, to what I've done in my 55+ years on Vancouver Island. Probably the main difference as a resident is the ability to travel more slowly and in the quieter times of the year. But your video, and others like it, inspire me to consider that various places where you made effort to see in your short visit, but I still haven't seen myself. For me, that is places like Botanical Beach and that Waterfall Cave near Sombrio Beach. Thanks again for your work.
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Haha glad I could bring some enjoyment to you!! Appreciate the comments (especially about Tacofino LOL) and definitely interesting to hear your side!
@andrifsig4 ай бұрын
Great video, enjoyed it immensely. Just one factual error. Svalvogavegur is not the road depicted in the video and according to the map is not the one you took. It lies along the coast from Þingeyri out along the peninsula and then into Arnarfjörður. You have to time your trip with the tide as parts of the road is in a tidal area. And I would use a better equpped vehicle than the campervan, even if it is a 4x4. Other than this small error, then this is a great video and should be used as a template for tourists coming here to visit. Many congratulations on your engagement! Hope your make a return visit on future anniversaries!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the correction!!! Definitely an important catch and my bad and I'll make the change in the video accordingly! Thank you for your kind comments and all the best to you as well!!!
@roadtripmitch4 ай бұрын
This was excellent! I liked how you put your location in the lower left corner. As well your map referring to your trip was great! It's really nice to have tips, distance (& time) and locations. I can't believe you had so few likes. Safe and Wonderful journeys!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for your kind words!! It really means alot! 😊😊 Safe travels to you as well!!
@tennille11164 ай бұрын
My dream trip. I’m still trying to plan my trip. I thought a cruise at first but you really don’t get to see much. But I’m nervous about driving. My husband and I are much for camping. So I need to take that into consideration. Are there many places to stay along the routes you took? Fantastic video!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind comments!! I would highly recommend a road trip around Iceland! Explore on your own schedule and much more freedom! In terms of campsites, I wouldn't say there were many I would see along the routes but that's mainly due to the lower population in Iceland (Compared to North America). I linked a Google map in the description showing all the campsites in Iceland so I would plan a general route using those! Airbnb's would be another option but I found them to be expensive.
@travis54814 ай бұрын
Great video and congratulations! One thing I would say is that the dangerous parts of Road 622 are the portion that follow the peninsula all the way around. It's pretty intense in places! kzread.info/dash/bejne/kZmgsY9wktadfLQ.htmlsi=KmbVZk6fkfNa8lNK This video shows it really well starting around minute 12. And there is part where the road is under water at certain tides and carved below a cliff.
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
I didn't know that!!! Appreciate the extra info!! Sounds really fun to drive through still!! ☺️ Thanks for your comments!
@crazygoood14 ай бұрын
You did a phenomenal job with this video! Your voice is the perfect ASMR overlay and the music choice was great. Love seeing content from your channel. Safe travels and hope to see more!!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind comments ☺️☺️☺️ you're amazing!!
@allysonyang18214 ай бұрын
Amazing video and super informative! We will for sure check out some of these places next time we’re in Vancouver!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad to hear ☺️☺️
@kasualkiller4 ай бұрын
Great video, I’m in Vancouver now and all these suggestions were great for our trip. Just finished surfing and grabbed those tacos from Tacofino and they were bomb!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thanks and I'm glad you liked it and enjoyed some good tacos 🫡🫡🫡
@piercemorales4 ай бұрын
holy crap this was amazing
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it ☺️☺️☺️☺️
@christopherleung87704 ай бұрын
Im actually about to go to Vancouver in a week and wow this video helped me so much in regards what to expect. Great shots too!!! I have a drone as well but i dont think im able to take the shots you took. Will be expecting more videos!!!
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thanks alot!!! Glad it helped, with enough practice flying drones, you will get there as well!!
@piercemorales4 ай бұрын
@davidgoggins
@kimluh19324 ай бұрын
The hike kicked my ass, but it was totally worth it. Vancouver and Vancouver Island was such a fun trip and I can't wait to go on more adventures with you and look back on them through your videos :) Keep up the great work boo!
@brandonpeniuk4 ай бұрын
I had to stop the video and tell you you exceeded my expectations of being the narrator. Your voice was relatively calm, with a tone of confidence. I appreciate the narration. I liked that you and your friends climbed the mountain on the outskirts of Vancouver. I am sorry that you guys missed the ferry. I love Tacofino as there are Tacofinos in Victoria and Vancouver. As you mentioned, Sooke Potholes was my go-to spot when I resided in Victoria in my early 20s. You are right about Island Time. To me, Island time means slowing down and smelling the salty air. Lastly, subscribed.
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Thank you sooooo much for your comments!! 🥹 It really does mean so much to see someone else enjoy something I've worked hard on. Again can't thank you enough! Definitely made my day and hopefully I can put out other videos that you enjoy also!
@brandonpeniuk4 ай бұрын
@@adventurerice Not a problem. Be well
@reenibun98034 ай бұрын
Used your video to plan my trip for May! Great video. Which company did you use for your rental van ?
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
Happy I could help!!!! ❤️❤️ We used Lava car rental. But I mostly chose them since all other places were booked up but they were really good. I've heard good things about Cozy Campers as well.
@reenibun98033 ай бұрын
Did you have to make any reservations for the Reykjadalur hot spring or any of the other hiking areas?
@adventurerice3 ай бұрын
@@reenibun9803 nope! Most things in the video don't need any reservations. The only things that did or I would recommend getting reservations for are any restaurants and man made hot springs/pools like Sky lagoon or Voks baths !
@alexisbangayan6584 ай бұрын
Island timeeee
@adventurerice4 ай бұрын
TACCOOFINOOO GRINNNGAAASS
@FUPLESS5 ай бұрын
😍😍 Looks amazing
@smithav15 ай бұрын
Great video, we are planning to go next June, what camera equipment did you use?
@adventurerice5 ай бұрын
I just used my GoPro 10 and my DJI Mini 2 drone! I know you will have a great trip!
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I love your Asian road trip, include me next time. I'm a China man too.
Beautiful island! We just returned last weekend for a 5-day Vancouver trip, too much to see too little time. Didn't make to the Victory, will definitely see you next trip, Vancouver Island!
@@KimLee-ki7pv such an amazing place!! Glad you liked the video 🫡🫡 safe travels!!
Beautiful island, we just returned last weekend from Vancouver as well for a 5-day trip, too little time too much to see... didn't make to the Victory, definitely do the next visit, Vancouver Island!
Thanks for such a great video! Totally agree about the voice...very calm and relaxing to listen to. Must be all that island time. :) We are heading out to Vancouver and Vancouver Island in August....have been there a few times. When leaving Tofino I was planning to go back to Nanaimo and then to Malahat but I hadnt thought of crossing through to Port Renfrew and coming back along the coast. We were in Sooke last year and loved it. You may have changed my plans!!! Thanks again, glad you had a great experience.
Thanks alot!!! Your kind words and appreciation mean alot to me!!! 🙂 Wishing you safe travels and an amazing time in August!
Hello! Between Day 10 and Day 11, you mentioned doing a quick drive from Rauðisandur to Reykjavik of 2 hours. Was that a typo ? Google maps says it's more like a 5 hours drive. I am trying to plan my West Coast itinerary and I noticed that big gap.
I may have misspoke in the video but the approximate 2 hours is from our campsite for the night which was just outside of the West Fjords (Búðardalur tjaldsvæði), to Reykjavik. I think it was about 3 hours to this campsite from Raudisandur which adds up to the 5 hours.
@@adventurerice that adds up for sure. Thank you for the quick reply ! My gf and I loved your video
@@azirgomez5113 no problem happy to clarify and thanks for the kind words 🙂🙂 Wishing you safe travels! You are sure to have an amazing time there!!!
This was such a fantastic video! Equal parts helpful and beautiful. Thanks so much
Glad you liked it!!! Thanks for your kind words !🙂
How did you do the travel map with the red line? I have a trip coming up and would love to do this
I followed this tutorial. kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppWuj7eco82apqg.htmlsi=1giNVVhVmST-Iw5w
Thank you so much , I think since I’m traveling alone I will stick to the south ( this time)👍
Makes sense! Enjoy your trip! You will have an amazing time 😊
Beautiful video! CONGRATULATIONS 🍾! i’ve been to Iceland once but based in Reykjavík, would you suggest staying in the West Fard or staying in the south I like to hike be in the Hot Springs and just generally out in nature one day in the capital is enough for me
Thank you for the amazing comments ! 😁😁 In terms of your questions, I think if you want the best hiking experiences, I would say the Highlands are amazing as there are few people and amazing views with untouched nature. However, it may not be as accessible. With that in mind comparing the West Fjords and the south, I would say stick to the south as it has more accessible and marked hiking trails as well as more known hot springs. The south east area of the island definitely has less crowds with amazing places to see as well. The West fjords are amazing as well but things are further apart and may not have as many marked/well known trails/hot springs. But it will definitely have less crowds. Hope that helped!
Best Iceland video by far
Dam appreciate the love! Tried my best to do something a little different and how I would like a travel video to be so I'm glad you liked it!
@@adventurerice heading there tomorrow and this would have been a good video to start with haha
@@DaveyBooBoo Haha I hear ya. Have a great trip! I am sure you will love it!!!
On Safetravel website I read about 3 layers of clothing, being water+windproof. How necessary is this? Would a poncho on top of normal clothing be fine aswell, or what do you recommend? Personally I dont have waterproof shoes or waterproof jacket, so it'd be quite costly do buy this for a trip!
It depends on the locations you would like to visit but I would say it is required at the bare minimum a waterproof jacket. It does rain pretty often in Iceland and weather can change really quickly. So it is always a good call to have a waterproof layer as you wouldn't want to be caught in the rain halfway through a hike. In addition, alot of the waterfalls will soak you once you get close enough and you often need to get a lot closer to really take it all in. In regards to a poncho, I think they could be okay but with windy conditions it could be an issue. I think a wind proof layer would also be recommended as in some areas it was really really windy! Especially in higher areas such as hikes in the highlands. Lastly, I think waterproof boots are not an absolute need but again this depends on your activities, some areas I had to step through a small river, or areas got really muddy so I was glad to have them for that and for rain. I would also consider the fact that if you dont own waterproof footwear and they get soaked, you would need to have space to pack a back up piece of footwear. To note, the trip I took in this video we were really lucky to have clear skies for the majority of the trip which was really uncommon. So my first hand experience could be a little skewed.
@@adventurerice Thanks a lot for your answer! We don't plan to go to the Highlands, just south until the glacier lagoon at furthest. Glad you got good weather for your trip! :)
Do you need a permit to fly a drone?
In 2022 there were drone laws for drones greater than a specific weight. I had the DJI Mini 2 which was below this threshold so I did not require a permit. However, there are still areas in Iceland that did not permit them (visible by signs at the location saying "No Drones.") Things could have potentially changed after 2 years but I still believe if you have the smaller drones you don't need a permit.
Man there is so much more to Vancouver island than tofino and renfrew.
Totally agree! I wanted to make this video based on my limited time I had while traveling there but of course there was so much more on the island I wish I could have checked out 😞
Beautiful video with such good scenic shots! Loved the music along with it. I'm planning to go to Iceland with my girlfriend at the end of October. Currently we aim to do a 'basic' route Reykjavík to Vík (including Golden Circle) and back by 2x2 rental and stay at guesthouses in towns. Anyone got any more tips where to go seeing as it's only a very small portion of Iceland? And how safe is it to drive like an hour or two in the dark after sunset? I got quite a couple waterfalls on my route right now, but I feel like it may get 'boring' if it's too many of them? These are: Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi, Skógafoss and Kvernufoss. Are all worth visiting and are they diverse enough? And is it worth going to Silfra tectonic plates if we don't plan on snorkeling or diving?
My daughter and I did that itinerary last November. So much of the driving was dark and it was fine. The only trouble I had was between Akranes and northern Reykjavik. The striping on the road was worn off yet the local traffic all knew where it was supposed to be and they were going much faster than I was comfortable with. Ultimately we were fine. I would highly recommend Thingvellir National Park. Walking between 2 continental plates is really cool. Be sure to make the drive to Diamond Beach as a day trip from Vik. We did the boats at Jökulsárlón too. It was our first time so close to icebergs. My photos are amazing. At Seljalandsfoss there is another falls to the left. Be sure to see them. We didn’t do the last bit up to those falls because of the weather. We were disappointed but will definitely see them next time. No matter what you do it will be amazing. So much of the experience is Iceland’s vastness, rugged beauty and isolation. Be sure to take time to be still and discover what you see, hear, feel. It gets in your soul. Start planning your next, next trip!
@@choosewisely616 Hey! Thanks for your reply. Good to know that driving in the dark is ok. That sounds not great, but glad you were ok! I did read about Diamond Beach and watch a video but to me it doesn't look tooo appealing yet. But the glacier lake next to it is really great from what I can read so it'd basically be 2 things in 1 I guess. Only thing is that the drive is rather long back and forth and we only go 7 days. Not sure if its worth then. How highly would you recommend it? Is the drive from Vík to there also good? Might have to rethink if its a must see. Thanks in advance!
@@futurism7131 I think it’s all about the experience you’re looking for. Diamond Beach was a ‘must do’ for us and it’s a very popular bus tour from Reykjavik. When we were there mid November, the beach was loaded with baby bergs. We live on a tropical island 🏝️ so it was the most opposite experience we could have and it was fantastic! It is 5 hours of driving plus stops/activities from Vik. The landscape is otherworldly and there are glaciers to see too. In November the sunset/sunrise was 2 hours long so the colors and changing sky was also a feature. We were balancing our daytime activities with aurora hunting at night so we didn’t make any of the stops along the way that day. One note about driving; most of the country is 2 lane undivided highway with no shoulder. Just be aware of oncoming cars and drive defensively, day or night. We did allow 2 nights in Vik so we could make that trip. I highly recommend it but if it’s not your thing then you will certainly have other fantastic experiences. Feel free to ask if you have any more questions.
@@choosewisely616 Oh yeah that makes sense since it's like complete opposite for you! I tried to squeeze it in now by cutting a day off Reykjavík, seeing as it will be a great route to drive aswell. Do you have any tips for locations for watching the Aurora, like with scenic backgrounds, around Vík? Thanks for the tip about the driving. What clothing did you bring? Safetravel website says to wear 3 layers, no cotton, water and windproof etc. haha
@@futurism7131 Don’t know how long you’re planning in Reykjavik but you can see it thoroughly in 2 solid days. If you are planning day trips then add to that. Sky Lagoon was wonderful, we went after dark which was really cool. The Aurora are weather dependent also and Vik didn’t work for us. Most people go to the beach (town side, not basalt pillars) or up to the church - you can’t miss it. We saw the Aurora in Reykholt on the Golden Circle. We stayed at the Blue Hotel which was really great. Fridheimar is right next door- hint, hint (book now if you are interested). We did dress just as recommended, plus hats, scarves and gloves. It hovered around freezing during our trip (November). Not wanting to invest a fortune in clothes we can’t wear much we found great things on eBay and Amazon. A 3-in-1 coat is a must. The outer layer can be zipped off on warmer, dry days. We purchased thermal layers from 32 Degrees. They are inexpensive but comfortable and did a great job. We also had fleece lined snow pants, snow (waterproof) leggings and my daughter wore jeans with a thermal layer on dry days only. The day you visit Skogafoss you will want to be completely waterproof. The spray will soak you 2-300 yards before you get up close. It’s totally visible from a distance but you don’t feel the power of it. We had loads of fun exploring the area while being very comfortable. The thing about jeans is they don’t dry quickly enough so wear them wisely. In case you haven’t found it yet the Iceland Meteorological Office website is the best resource for weather and Aurora forecasts. In Vik we ate at The Soup Company and Blackcrust Pizza. Both were super yummy. 😋
music is too loud and distracting. I really wanted to hear what you had to say.
Thanks for the feedback! I'll make sure it's better next video!!
This was a beautiful vlog. Well done! I visited Iceland in 2016 on a solo campervan trip and loved it so much, I'm planning a trip in June 2025 with my daughter and dad. I really enjoyed seeing your drone shots, and I'm happy to know I can get such good quality from the one you used and not break the bank. I did the Golden Circle and the southern coast, so my favorite part was Dyrhólaey. This time, we plan to go further into the Eastfjords. We wanted to stop at Diamond Beach and come back, but is there anything further north on that coast that you would say is a "must not miss"? Also, are there toll tunnels on the way? Thanks!
Thanks so much for your nice words it means alot!! I'm sure your family will love Iceland 😊😊 yah especially now I'm sure the drones are even better! In terms of things in the east we definitely LOVED Voks Baths which was really luxurious and relaxing! I would also say Dettifoss was really cool but the road in was a little rough and more of the northern side. Something I wish I got to do was see Vestrahorn as well!! We never encountered any toll tunnels through our trip.
One of the best videos that I have seen of Iceland. The itinerary and the detailed explanation was spot on. I wish you had more subscribers as you have made an excellent video with minimal equipments. Could you please let me know in which month did you travel as I am also planning for an Iceland trip next year. Thanks and all the very best for all your future travels. :)
Thanks alot for your kind words! It means alot to me really!! 😊😊 I went to Iceland mid September! All the best to you!
Very inspiring and great job. We are planning a trip and not sure how much time to allocate, is three weeks to much time?
Happy to hear you liked the video! 😊 I would say three weeks is great! You could easily spend a couple days in the highlands. You could probably adapt my itinerary and lengthen the time at each one! Maybe 2 days at Landamannalaugar instead of the half I did etc.
Wonderful video and congratulations on your engagement! Would you mind sharing what hike you did at Landamannalaugar? I love that view! Overall, it looks like you got great conditions and glad you and your fiancé had an amazing time!
Thank you!! Glad you liked our video! In Landamannalaugar, I don't remember the exact name of the trail but I think it is Suournamur. Should be the dark red trail line on the map. For reference I highlighted it in the video also!
@@adventurerice You're welcome and thank you so much! I should have looked at your map more closely!
@@meganviews that's ok!! Always happy to help 😊😊
Amazing trip! But honestly, all this in 11 days? Seems like there is no real time for relaxing with that. I'd say you drove distances that I drove in two trips of 19 days each - and I will be back this summer for another 19 days-road trip :) But anyway - glad you enjoyed it!
My wife would probably agree with you haha! It was a little jam packed but I didn't find anything too rushed aside from maybe one or two locations where I wish I had more time. I found I had alot of time to relax when driving making random stops at interesting unnamed places!
Absolutely fantastic video! We went in February 2024 and was blown away by the country and the views. Expensive but well worth it, can’t wait to go again after watching your video.
Thanks so much!! Your kind words are much appreciated and I can't agree more the country was amazing and something special!!! 😁❤️
Beautiful video. Thank you for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!!! 😁
Which time of the year did you visit?
We went in September !
He fucked up but took full responsibility and apologised. Wish our politicians and our government could do the same
Lovely and informative video and beautiful proposal. What did you guys do for meals and if you had to choose, which stop would you have skipped or was underwhelming?
Thanks for the kind words!! :) For meals, we bought some groceries at the supermarket and cooked in the van and at camp sites! The van rental came with a portable butane stove so we used that alot as well as any cold cut sandwiches. Otherwise making simple meals like stews and pastas! The yogurt in Iceland was super super tasty! In terms of stops to skip, we felt Gulfoss was definitely underwhelming as it was super busy and alot of the other waterfalls were just as cool with less people! If you are tight on time, I also would skip the Geysir and Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft.
Neat
Enjoying your video , informative and real how your days unfolded.
Happy you enjoyed it!! 😊 Thanks for your kind words!!
Congratulations, a lovely moment to propose, and thanks for creating/sharing your video. I've not long got back from 9 days out there and I'm missing the place already, but I'm back there in the summer for 23 days of birds/wildlife and exploring more of this fantastic island.
Thanks for your lovely comments!! ❤ Sounds amazing and I'm super jealous!! Have a great trip!😊😊
@@adventurerice Thanks and take care =)
Amazing video!! I'm planning on going to Iceland this June, and this video has some great info. You're editing is beautiful. What is drone drone model did you use?
Thank you!!!! I hope you have an amazing trip!! You will absolutely get some great photos and videos!! I used the DJI MINI 2. If you are looking for vertical video or photos then the DJI MINI 3 would be better for you but the 2 has everything else you need essentially.
thanks for sharing the PROPOSAL
Of course! Happy I could share our special moment with you!
This is a fantastic video, thanks for making this. I’m planning my trip for next year! This video is a huge inspo
Really happy you liked it and inspired you!!! 😊😊 You will absolutely be blown away by Iceland!!!! Safe travels!!! 😄
Nice place, good video friend.
Thank you!!!! Safe travels to you on your adventures!!
Thank you for providing cost and time information, it makes the content helpful for planning. Your editing and cinematography are top notch! What part of September did you go? We have started to plan our trip! Congratulations on the engagement! 🌼💗🍀
Thank you for your kind words 😄😄!!! Glad I could help in your planning! You definitely be blown away!! We went around Sept 2! Thanks again 😀
Absolutely loved your video! AMAZING. Thank you soooooo much :)
Thanks you!!! ❤❤❤ Really happy you liked it !!!!☺☺☺
Thanks for the video that is very much enjoyed. 3:00 mark: You faked-me out with this scene sequence, where I was sure you were headed to the Tsawwassen ferry terminal (crossing Lions Gate Bridge & driving through Stanley Park), but then you were at Horseshoe Bay terminal instead. 6:56 mark: The Tacofino lineup probably has more Instagrammers per-capita than any other piece of land on Vancouver Island, LOL. :) I enjoy these types of videos as I compare what people do in a compressed visit, to what I've done in my 55+ years on Vancouver Island. Probably the main difference as a resident is the ability to travel more slowly and in the quieter times of the year. But your video, and others like it, inspire me to consider that various places where you made effort to see in your short visit, but I still haven't seen myself. For me, that is places like Botanical Beach and that Waterfall Cave near Sombrio Beach. Thanks again for your work.
Haha glad I could bring some enjoyment to you!! Appreciate the comments (especially about Tacofino LOL) and definitely interesting to hear your side!
Great video, enjoyed it immensely. Just one factual error. Svalvogavegur is not the road depicted in the video and according to the map is not the one you took. It lies along the coast from Þingeyri out along the peninsula and then into Arnarfjörður. You have to time your trip with the tide as parts of the road is in a tidal area. And I would use a better equpped vehicle than the campervan, even if it is a 4x4. Other than this small error, then this is a great video and should be used as a template for tourists coming here to visit. Many congratulations on your engagement! Hope your make a return visit on future anniversaries!
Thank you for the correction!!! Definitely an important catch and my bad and I'll make the change in the video accordingly! Thank you for your kind comments and all the best to you as well!!!
This was excellent! I liked how you put your location in the lower left corner. As well your map referring to your trip was great! It's really nice to have tips, distance (& time) and locations. I can't believe you had so few likes. Safe and Wonderful journeys!
Thanks so much for your kind words!! It really means alot! 😊😊 Safe travels to you as well!!
My dream trip. I’m still trying to plan my trip. I thought a cruise at first but you really don’t get to see much. But I’m nervous about driving. My husband and I are much for camping. So I need to take that into consideration. Are there many places to stay along the routes you took? Fantastic video!
Thanks for your kind comments!! I would highly recommend a road trip around Iceland! Explore on your own schedule and much more freedom! In terms of campsites, I wouldn't say there were many I would see along the routes but that's mainly due to the lower population in Iceland (Compared to North America). I linked a Google map in the description showing all the campsites in Iceland so I would plan a general route using those! Airbnb's would be another option but I found them to be expensive.
Great video and congratulations! One thing I would say is that the dangerous parts of Road 622 are the portion that follow the peninsula all the way around. It's pretty intense in places! kzread.info/dash/bejne/kZmgsY9wktadfLQ.htmlsi=KmbVZk6fkfNa8lNK This video shows it really well starting around minute 12. And there is part where the road is under water at certain tides and carved below a cliff.
I didn't know that!!! Appreciate the extra info!! Sounds really fun to drive through still!! ☺️ Thanks for your comments!
You did a phenomenal job with this video! Your voice is the perfect ASMR overlay and the music choice was great. Love seeing content from your channel. Safe travels and hope to see more!!
Thank you so much for the kind comments ☺️☺️☺️ you're amazing!!
Amazing video and super informative! We will for sure check out some of these places next time we’re in Vancouver!
Thank you! Glad to hear ☺️☺️
Great video, I’m in Vancouver now and all these suggestions were great for our trip. Just finished surfing and grabbed those tacos from Tacofino and they were bomb!
Thanks and I'm glad you liked it and enjoyed some good tacos 🫡🫡🫡
holy crap this was amazing
Glad you liked it ☺️☺️☺️☺️
Im actually about to go to Vancouver in a week and wow this video helped me so much in regards what to expect. Great shots too!!! I have a drone as well but i dont think im able to take the shots you took. Will be expecting more videos!!!
Thanks alot!!! Glad it helped, with enough practice flying drones, you will get there as well!!
@davidgoggins
The hike kicked my ass, but it was totally worth it. Vancouver and Vancouver Island was such a fun trip and I can't wait to go on more adventures with you and look back on them through your videos :) Keep up the great work boo!
I had to stop the video and tell you you exceeded my expectations of being the narrator. Your voice was relatively calm, with a tone of confidence. I appreciate the narration. I liked that you and your friends climbed the mountain on the outskirts of Vancouver. I am sorry that you guys missed the ferry. I love Tacofino as there are Tacofinos in Victoria and Vancouver. As you mentioned, Sooke Potholes was my go-to spot when I resided in Victoria in my early 20s. You are right about Island Time. To me, Island time means slowing down and smelling the salty air. Lastly, subscribed.
Thank you sooooo much for your comments!! 🥹 It really does mean so much to see someone else enjoy something I've worked hard on. Again can't thank you enough! Definitely made my day and hopefully I can put out other videos that you enjoy also!
@@adventurerice Not a problem. Be well
Used your video to plan my trip for May! Great video. Which company did you use for your rental van ?
Happy I could help!!!! ❤️❤️ We used Lava car rental. But I mostly chose them since all other places were booked up but they were really good. I've heard good things about Cozy Campers as well.
Did you have to make any reservations for the Reykjadalur hot spring or any of the other hiking areas?
@@reenibun9803 nope! Most things in the video don't need any reservations. The only things that did or I would recommend getting reservations for are any restaurants and man made hot springs/pools like Sky lagoon or Voks baths !
Island timeeee
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😍😍 Looks amazing
Great video, we are planning to go next June, what camera equipment did you use?
I just used my GoPro 10 and my DJI Mini 2 drone! I know you will have a great trip!