Iceland also is known as the land of fire and ice always lands top among travel enthusiasts. The glaciers, vales, valleys, beaches everything unveils a striking natural beauty in its unique way. It is during the winter months when due to freezing temperature conditions the wanderlust to Iceland drops down. This is when the need for sturdy and gigantic super jeeps comes. Heard about super jeeps for the first time? Here’s a brief guide.
What are super jeeps?
Who doesn’t want the glimpses of northern lights across the sky? Or a trip to the famous landmannalaugar glaciers? A super jeep tour in Iceland can fulfil all those wishes. Basically, when normal jeeps are modified quiet heavily they transform it into super jeeps. Super jeeps are perfect for riding through the glaciated plains, the ice caves and highlands. These jeeps generally come with humongous tyre sizes and the body of the vehicle is changed accordingly as well. Few of the features of super jeeps are as follows
Humongous tyre sizes ranging from 38” to 46”
To get optimized clearance on icy roads the super jeeps are designed and modified accordingly.
Powerful front headlights to drive through the icy roads
The gear ratios and tyre sizes are in adjustment
A complete bodily change of the cars is given with 100% drive lockers, wide fender flanges, modified suspension and air compressor for inflating and deflating the wheels, etc.
And finally don’t forget backup necessary equipment like a fire extinguisher, shovels, ropes, etc.
If you are thinking about in-vehicle discomfort or small leg space or sudden car breakdown then be assured that the leading tour operators always use either Ford or Nissan made vehicles. The vehicle comes with the best of comfort and great leg spaces along with seamless drives on challenging terrains.
Tour highlights
Iceland as a country has a lot to offer. And when you are opting for the super jeep tour in Iceland here are some of the key places you must visit
Golden circle
This is the most popular pick amongst tourists especially during the winters when the chances of seeing the aurora lights are high. Enjoy the famous golden circle trip where visit the red volcanic craters to black sand beaches, the gorgeous waterfalls to the mystic national parks. And hunt the northern lights during the evenings with refreshing hot chocolates.
Short trip to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Short time in hand? How about a short two days trip to the Snæfellsnes peninsula. And don’t miss out on the glaciers, waterfalls, national parks, fjords and many other natural landscapes on your way.
Discover untamed Iceland
Experience the mystical winter in the mighty Thingvellir National Park – Highlands of Kaldidalur, the famous Cascades of Hraunfossar and Barnafossa. Along with the off-road drive on Glacier Langjökull. And a trip extra of driving into the Glacier – or – The Cave (Lava Cave Víðgelmir).
You can also customise your super jeep trip across Iceland as per your convenience and budget. So pack your bags today and with some of the leading Icelandic tour operators discover the untamed kingdom of fire and ice.