Monday, 24 October 2016

We are all staying up late tonight as we have had a glimmer of the northern lights and local knowledge tells us a more spectacular display is likely after midnight. Today started off with us experiencing all four seasons within an hour ! We had a little sun, rain, sleet, hail and snow. First stop was the fabulous waterfall that you could walk behind. Very wet but with loads of great photos we then journeyed eastwards along the coast road to Solheimajokull,where once again we were forced to test our waterproofs due to the torrential rain. After a wait for the adventure company (giving us the opportunity to Load up and refuel with banana cake we were provided with a pair of crampons,pick axe, helmet and harness each . We then walked to the the snout ( technical term ) of the glacier and began our ascent . The guides skilfully led us through the crevasses to see the moulins of this awe inspiring landscape. luckily the sun came out and allowed us to view the sea IN the distance . Obligatory group photo was taken before the descent. Monday night - quiz The winning team in the foreground:
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