Video: Exploring Iceland by Drone

If there is a place that seems perfect for exploring via drone, it is probably Iceland. The country is filled with spectacular landscapes that include mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls. Those places are all captured nicely in this short video, which was shot using a DJI Phantom 3. As you'll see, the results are fantastic, giving us views of these wonderful places that we couldn't normally get on our own.

ICELAND from modern-atelier on Vimeo.

Video: More Beautiful Drone Footage From Iceland

Just in case you need further prodding to visit Iceland, this video may help in that regard. It features more stunning landscapes captured by a DJI Inspire drone and filmed in 4k. As usual, the footage features some of the most beautiful and wild places imaginable, in a country that is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty.

One of these days I'll go to Iceland myself. As with most places I haven't been to just yet, it is definitely on my list.

Video: A Bird's-Eye View of Iceland

We'll wrap up the week with this stunning video that provides some striking imagery from Iceland. It features wonderful shots of the lakes, mountains, and rolling landscapes that were captured by drone, giving us a bird's-eye view of this beautiful place. This is once again the type of video that will inspire you to want to visit Iceland, as it looks like a destination that is made for adventure. Enjoy.

Iceland: A Bird's-Eye View from Soaring Badger Productions on Vimeo.

Polish Adventurer to Attempt New Speed Record for Iceland Traverse

A Polish adventurer by the name of Rafal Bauer is preparing for a very big adventure in July. That is when he will travel to Iceland to embark on an attempt to set a new speed record for traversing that country north to south on foot. He'll also be making the journey completely solo and unsupported.

The trek will start in Rifstangi, the northernmost part of Iceland, and will continue south until reaching the ocean in Kotlutangi. All told, the route will cover approximately 560 km (348 miles), a distance that Raf hopes to cover in just 13 days. That means he plans to cover more than 43 km (26.7 miles) each and every day, while crossing over rough terrain and carrying a pack that weighs 25kg (55 pounds). No easy task to say the least.

Raf is no stranger to adventurous endeavors. In the past he has hiked the length of Scotland along the Cape Wraith Trail, and has spent a lot of time backpacking through remote regions of Northern Europe. He has also participated in ultramarathon events, which will likely serve him well on this journey too.

One of the more challenging sections of the trek will take place when he passes through Iceland's volcanic desert. For roughly two days he will have no available sources of fresh water, so he'll be forced to carry plenty with him on that leg. Additionally, since he hope to complete the expedition in an unsupported fashion, Raf won't be able to accept outside aid of any kind from anyone he meets along the way.

Bauer is still a few weeks away form launching his Iceland traverse attempt. Once it does begin however, you'll be able to follow his progress on his official website, his Facebook page, Link to Poland, and National Geographic Traveler.

Incidentally, the record he looking to beat is 19 days, which was set back 2007 by our friend Louis-Philippe Loncke. If successful, Bauer will complete the trek 6 days faster. Good luck Raf!

Video: The Northern Lights Over Iceland

March of 2015 brought one of the greatest displays of the Aurora Borealis – AKA the Northern Lights – ever seen over the country of Iceland. That light show is captured in stunning fashion in this video, which features six minutes of mesmerizing still and timelapse photos of the skies ablaze with brilliant colors. The Northern Lights remain one of the greatest natural phenomenon found anywhere on the planet, and it never ceases to inspire a sense of awe and wonder. Enjoy.

Litríkur Stormur from Stephane Vetter on Vimeo.

Video: Drifting Through Iceland

Iceland is a destination that seems to inspire amazing videos, and this one is no exception. It takes us on a timelapse journey across the breathtaking landscapes of that country, giving us an all-too-brief glimpse of the possibilities for adventure that exist there. It is a spectacular look at a place that remains mostly wild and untamed, even in the 21st century. And it shows us the forces at work that help to keep it that way. If you're ready to escape your surroundings for five minutes, than you'll definitely want to watch this clip. Afterwards, you'll be ready to start booking your travel plans to visit Iceland for yourself.

Drifting Through Iceland from Garðar Ólafsson on Vimeo.

Video: Beautiful Iceland in Timelapse

We'll close out the week with this amazing three-minute short film that captures the spectacular landscapes of Iceland in timelapse. The settings look simply amazing, and should inspire some outdoor adventures for all of us as we head into the weekend. Enjoy!

Iceland 4K - shot on Nikon D800 from Macgregor on Vimeo.

Video: Touring Iceland Along the Ring Road

Ever wonder what it would be like to explore Iceland via its famed Ring Road? This route runs along the entire coast of the country, giving visitors an opportunity to visit some of the more scenic and remote areas that Iceland has to offer. The video below – shot by filmmaker/adventure trailer Connor Callaghan, takes us on a 12-day journey through the country. Things get off to a rocky start when Connor and his girlfriend first struggle with driving a manual transmission and then later start their cook stove on fire, but soon they fall into a natural rhythm and Iceland's enchantments take over. At just about 30 minutes in length, this is a bit of a long video to watch, but it is also a fun travelogue from what looks like a fantastic trip. It is filled with numerous personal moments, wonderful scenery, and great opportunities for adventure. I hope you enjoy watching it as much as it seems Connor enjoyed making it.

Video: The Landscapes of Iceland

If you're looking for inspiration to travel at the moment, than look no further than this video. It features some amazingly beautiful shots from Iceland, a country that is blessed with a riches of natural resources. I have yet to visit Iceland myself, but every time I see clip like this one I become more determined to go at some point. With scenery like this, who wouldn't want to have the country on their bucket list?

Iceland from Andrzej Fryda Studio F4 on Vimeo.