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I s s u e 21 • 2014
Take Time to Enjoy Life
Isafold Travel’s Highland treasures are revealed in quiet moments
With so much to see and enjoy in Iceland, many people are tempted to try to cover as much ground as possible, ticking off boxes of ‘must see’ locations. But Isafold Travel suggests you set your travel rhythms to ‘enjoy’ instead of ‘seeing’, and to ‘experience’ rather than ‘stopping by’. I love to savour my lunch-pack by Dynjandi waterfall, hike to remote areas around Drangajökull in the West Fjords,
or enjoy homemade dinner at an Icelandic farm. The same philosophy permeates all tours operated by Isafold Travel: immerse yourself in the culture and history of Iceland, and create memories that will last – be it driving a modified 4x4 on a glacier, or watching the sun caress the horizon on a summer night. Many wish for their holidays to be packed with thrilling experiences but, although
Iceland offers an abundance of them, enjoying them also entails simply sitting on a rock and absorbing the sounds of a river or visiting small remote fishing village. Longer tours like ‘Iceland 360°—On the Rocks’, cater for both. Touring in a small group with an experienced guide gives you an opportunity to discover the island without the crowds. Travelling like this is not just about going on long tours. In 2 days you can drive a 4x4 modified Land Rover Defender yourself in a convoy led by an expert guide to Þórsmörk, onto the black beaches of the South and on mountain tracks around the Golden Circle. You’ll take home golden memories! –
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Isafold Travel Smidshofdi 21 • 110 Reykjavik
+354 544 8866 info@isafoldtravel.is www.isafoldtravel.is
The modified ISAK Super Defender meets the challenges of the highland wilderness, fully-equipped with its 38 inch tyres, GPS, radio, air compressor and even a shovel!
Drive Rough Roads in Iceland ISAK 4x4 Land Rover Defenders take on the toughest terrain
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o f u l ly enjoy t he f re e dom a nd explore Iceland’s magnificent natural treasures, many choose to rent a car. You enjoy complete independence. But what car should you choose? The country roads are usually covered with ice and snow in winter, early spring and even in the summertime, especia lly in the highlands. The fast changing weather is difficult to predict. Normal cars are fine for main roads, but any rough tracks or highland driving requires
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something bigger and stronger. Driving in the Icelandic highlands involves crossing rivers and driving steep mountain tracks totally impassable to normal cars. It is vital to drive in a properly equipped vehicle to stay safe.
The Ísey vs. ISAK
ISAK 4x4 rental now provides standard Land Rover Defenders. The Ísey Land Rover is provided with special winter tyres, which can handle tough upcountry road conditions.
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Guides show the way
Travelling the highlands is a thrill but requires good driving skills. ISAK can provide driver-guides to travel with you and provide counsel and a fount of knowledge. You are behind the wheel, driving through highland rivers and volcanic landscapes, but with an experienced driver by your side. –
Isak 4x4 Rental Smidshofdi 21 • 110 Reykjavik
+354 544 8860 info@isak.is www.isak.is
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