LAKE MÝVATN Landscape Photography Locations | Iceland | 4K
Lake Mývatn is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Northern Iceland. With the characteristic lava rocks, caves, craters and dancing auroras Myvatn is a must see location of Iceland! The question is if you should visit here during summer? Tag along while I show you five great places around Myvatn for landscape photography.
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Myvatn, Iceland in 4K (Ultra HD)
Mývatn is a lake in Northern Iceland, the name is used also for the stunning and diverse surrounding area of volcanic origin.
Locations in the video: Hverir/Hverarond (0:06), Viti Crater (1:07), Krafla Lava Fields (1:35), Geothermal pool (2:13), Myvatn Nature Baths (2:37), Hverfjall Crater (2:54), Dimmuborgir - volcanic caves and rock formations (3:12), Höfði (3:37), Skútustaðir - area of pseudocraters formed by steam erruptions (4:01).
Recorded June 2016 in 4K (Ultra HD) with Sony AX100.
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Myvatn lake : north Iceland ( famous lake of fies ) - Drone Iceland
One of the main attractions of the north is famous lake Myvatn, located at a distance of about 55 kilometers south of the town of Husavik. It is also the fourth largest lake in Iceland, a place that you must see.
Its name (isl. my - the mosquito or fly + Vatn - lake) means lake flies which almost perfectly reflects the character of this place. Ubiquitous near the lake insects can drive a man to despair. If you're going to admire these beautiful lands you must obtain a special protective nets worn over the head. It can be purchased on nearby petrol stations.
The lake was created about 35,000 years ago, it covers its surface area thirty-seven kilometers square. The average depth of the lake is 2.5 meters and the deepest point reaches up to four and a half meters. The water in the lake is rich in minerals and algae, which means that it takes blue-green hues. The transparency of the water allows you to see the rich vegetation and fish among the seaweed. Surface of a lake is filled with dozens of small islands and the coast grow pseudo-craters called Skútustaðagígar formed during the explosion gases. In 1974. The area around the lake has been strictly protected, and these pseudo-craters were considered monuments.
Interestingly is that, the water in the lake never freezes completely, despite the fact that it is located just 100 kilometers from the Arctic Circle. This is due to the nearby active volcanoes, geothermal and lava fields.
Myvatn is an ideal place for bird watching, Shores of the lake is home to many species of waterfowl. In summer you can meetings largest population of ducks, more than 16 different species, whose numbers even exceeds 150,000 individuals. In addition to ducks you can meet geese, białozory, whooper swans, curlews, snipe, golden plover and białorzytki and 76 other species that are turning out to be spot on. While migratory birds are represented here by nearly 240 different species. In winter you can see the whooper swans (Cygnus Cygnus)
From May 20 to July 20 on part of the land within the lake entry is prohibited, due to the breeding season of birds.
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????️ Mývatn Lake and Dettifoss/Selfoss waterfalls (Iceland)
A visit to the Dettifoss and Selfoss waterfalls and the Mývatn Lake area in Iceland including the Krafla geothermal power station; the Námafjall geothermal area; Kalfarströnd lava columns; Dimmuborgir; Kirkjan lava tube; Skútustaðagígar pseudocraters and the Mývatn Nature Baths.
Nature Bath Mývatn, North Iceland
Lake Mývatn–Iceland’s fourth largest–is one of the country’s most treasured places. Full of brilliant natural wonders, from the geothermal energy that flows generously throughout to the rich depths of the Krafla caldera, the grassy mounds of the pseudocraters and the strange, gaseous pots at Hverir. This combination of raw landscapes and warm baths has made it a hotspot for people looking for the strange and wondrous. It’s safe to say that if you want to spend some time revelling in the powers of nature, Mývatn is among the best areas in Iceland to do so...
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Exploring Lake Myvatn Iceland!
Lake Myvatn is located about 100KM from Akureyri, Iceland. It is Iceland's fourth largest lake, and is a popular place to enjoy birdwatching and hiking. Historically Lake Myvatn has experience many volcanic episodes because it's near Krafla, a volcano in northern iceland. The lake is home to many birds, including ducks, and was created by basaltic lava eruptions more than 2,300 years ago. Lake Myvatn is a popular destination for tourists visiting Iceland.
Pseudo-craters around Lake Myvatn, Iceland
ICELAND: Námafjall & Mývatn
Recorded September 5, 2008.
Námafjall is a high-temperature geothermal area with fumaroles and boiling mud pools. At a depth of 1000 meters the temperature is above 200 degrees C. As is characteristic for other hot spring areas
there is a hot spring smell at Námafjall which is caused by the steam and the fumarole gas, such as hydrogen sulfide.
Mývatn is a shallow eutrophic lake situated in an area of active volcanism in the north of Iceland, not far from Krafla volcano. The lake and its surrounding wetlands have an exceptionally rich fauna of waterbirds, especially ducks. The lake was created by a large basaltic lava eruption 2300 years ago, and the surrounding landscape is dominated by volcanic landforms, including lava pillars and rootless vents (pseudocraters).
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Myvatn is the most famous lake in Iceland. It’s located in the Mývatn District of Iceland's Northeast Region. It’s also part of Golden circle and is included in all Iceland tours. the Mývatn District of Iceland's Northeast Region. It’s also part of Golden circle and is included in all Iceland tours. The lake area is beautiful. The walk around the lake with all the lava flows and Fields and just bizarre shapes is amazing. This an amazing lake, great for birdwatchers and walkers alike.
Many other geological and thermal sights are nearby (Námafjall, Krafla Lava Fields, Myvatn Nature Baths, Hverarond). This large lake features amazingly clear water, a number of spectacular hills/islands, looking like soufflés which caught cold.
See the pseudo craters at the south end and read how they are formed. This region is worth a full day.
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Exploring the sites around Lake Mývatn in North Iceland!
The sites around Lake Mývatn in Northern Iceland are unique from the rest of the country. Other than being around millions of flies, during our self-guided one day road trip tour, we explored Grjótagjá Thermal Spring, Hverfjall Crater, Dimmuborgir Volcanic Caves and Rock Formations, Hofdi Lava Pillars, Skútustadagígar Pseudocraters and ended our day soaking in the Mývatn Nature Baths (the Blue Lagoon of the North).
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Where is Lake Myvatn located?
Lake Myvatn is located in Northern Iceland. It is 97 km/60 mi east of Iceland’s “Capital of the North”, Akureyri, and 475 km/295 mi northeast of Iceland’s capital Reykjavik.
What sites are located around Lake Myvatn?
Grjótagjá Thermal Spring
Hverfjall Crater
Dimmuborgir Volcanic Rock Formations
Hofdi Lava Pillars
Skútustadagígar Pseudocraters
Mývatn Nature Baths aka “The Blue Lagoon of the North”
How long does it take to tour the sites around Lake Myvatn?
This is dependent on how much you will explore each site. We recommend the following minimum/maximum times for each site:
Grjótagjá – 30 min/1.5 hours
Hverfjall – 1 hour/2 hours
Dimmuborgir – 45 min/2.5 hours
Hofdi – – 20 min/1 hour
Skútustadagígar – 15 min/1 hour
Nature Baths – 30 min/3 hours
How should you tour Myvatn Lake?
Each of these places are easily accessible via car. They all have parking lots and most have informational signs at the start of the site (see below). At Grjótagjá, you will need to climb down some rocks to see the thermal springs but the water is too hot to bathe. You must be able to climb a hill to view the top. At Hverfjall, you will need to hike up a dirt incline. Dimmuborgir and Hofdi have easy dirt walking paths. Skútustadagígar also has easy walking paths but you may have to walk up tiny hills to see the inside of the psuedocraters. It is really easy to enter the Myvatn Nature Baths but can be slippery in some areas.
When should you visit Lake Myvatn?
This area boasts some of Iceland’s best weather during the summer months and is one of the coldest areas during the winter. In winter time, the roads are subject to closure so keep that in mind.
How much does it cost to tour around Lake Myvatn?
Other than Myvatn Nature Baths, all the sites are free and have free parking. Click here to get the current price of “The Blue Lagoon of the North”.
What should you bring when touring Lake Myvatn and its surrounding sites?
Walking Shoes
A hat with a net covering your face to protect from ALL THE FLIES.
Rain Gear
Swimwear (darker color to avoid discoloration from the thermal pools)
Towel
Bag to put wet clothes
Change of clothes
Water
Snacks
Sunscreen and Sun Protection
Camera
Hiking Pole, if needed
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Highly recommend a fly net to cover your face if you plan on visiting the sites close to the lake. See the black spots in that picture? Those are flies! Visit the Mývatn Nature Baths at the end of your day to recover from touring all the sites. Hverfjall, Dimmuborgir and Skútustadagígar have absolutely no shaded areas so wear proper sun protection. Similar to everywhere else in Iceland, wear layers!
What else can you see nearby?
Check out Namafjall Hverir Geothermal area (16 km/10 miles)
Walk the rim of the Krafla Viti Crater (24 km/15 miles)
Visit the powerful Godafoss Waterfall (45 km / 28 mi)
Hike through lava fields to the famous waterfalls Dettifoss and Selfoss (74 km/46 miles)
Explore Iceland’s “North Capital” city of Akureyri (97 km/60 miles)
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Landscape Photography - Lake Myvatn Mud Pots Iceland
Landscape Photography - Photographing Iceland Ep #18. Sunrise at the Lake Myvatn Mud Pots. I think this is the closest I'll ever get to walking on the planet Mars. The landscape here is just incredible! No wonder NASA sent astronauts here to practice walking on the moon. Man, did I have fun with my drone! Please enjoy :)
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Hverarond II - Lake Myvatn - Iceland
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The lake of Myvatn in the north of Iceland filmed from Namafjall mountains. Sept 3-4, 2019. Filmed by the uploader.
Lake Mývatn, Iceland
Lake Mývatn area, Iceland - Dimmuborgir, Hverfjall, and Hverir
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Forest at the edge of lake Myvatn, Iceland
Rachel Webster talking about the birch forest on the eastern side of Lake Myvatn, Iceland
My Iceland #5: Mývatn - Krafla
A day of otherworldly beauty and Mother Nature's violence. Starting off with the placid, fly-ridden eden of the Mývatn lake followed by an exploration of the fuming, belching multicoloured volcanic sites in and around Krafla. A brief visit to Dettifoss before falling asleep at the remote fair of Möðrudalur.
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Flies SWARM Sailor | Lake Mývatn, Iceland
While sailing across Lake Mývatn in Iceland, this boat got hit with one of the infamous swarm of of midges. One passenger even puts a bucket over her head to protect her face! Original Link: SUBSCRIBE:
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