We participated in glacier walking for about 4 and a half hours in the morning, and then the journey was to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, which was 1 hour away. We had booked to take the Amphibian amphibious boat at 4:00 pm, but unfortunately, due to the strong wind, the company sent a message that they would cancel the trip, so we were unable to board the boat to enjoy the ice. However, we still arrived at the glacier lagoon. The wind speed was really scary at the time. We often hid in the car and waited for the wind to die down before running out to take pictures. Although the sun occasionally peeked through, even with our tightly bundled bodies, we couldn't resist the strong wind. Finally, we surrendered and headed to our next stop!
The Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon boat cruise, aboard an amphibious vehicle, circumnavigates the lagoon, allowing you to admire the majestic glaciers up close and admire nature's creations. This experience is one of the few truly remarkable ones in your lifetime. Most tourists visiting Iceland, whether with a tour group or on their own, buy a ticket to take a boat ride and experience it for themselves. Nearby is Diamond Beach, covered in washed-up ice fragments. Not only is the beach stunning, but you can also eat the ice cubes raw.
Located in southeast Iceland, Jökulsárlón (pronounced "Jökulsárlón") is the largest glacial lake in the country. Formed by the gradual runoff of ice and water from Vatnajökull glacier, Vatnajökull is Iceland's largest glacier, covering approximately 8% of Iceland's surface area. Iceland itself is roughly three times the size of Taiwan, making Vatnajökull approximately one-fifth the size of Taiwan. The lake began melting between 1934 and 1935, forming the Jökulsárlón glacial lake we see today.
This glacial lagoon has gradually become a tourist attraction, and its surface area is currently expanding (which isn't necessarily a good thing). It currently covers approximately 18 square kilometers and is approximately 200 meters deep, making it the second deepest lake in Iceland. The ice melts significantly in the summer, and the entire lagoon freezes over in the winter, creating a beautiful and spectacular sight. It has been the setting for many films, including the well-known "007: The Last Jedi" and "Batman Begins." Melting ice can often be seen on the lake's beach. In winter, it's so thick with ice that it resembles diamonds floating on the sand, earning it the nickname "Diamond Beach." Now, let's take a brief look at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon cruise and experience it aboard this amphibious boat.