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A Photo Diary of Iceland’s Waterfalls

Iceland is home to an insane number of waterfalls – those that roll thunderously down the cliff side, those who dibble along the rock, and everything in between.

I found the waterfalls in Iceland to evoke varied sensations of wonder, isolation, comfort, and even fear.  It may sound silly, but each waterfall is special. Perhaps their uniqueness lies in the personality of the hidden folk who inhabit the individual falls; ripe with distinctive personalities, just like people.

While there are numerous lists ranking the top 10 waterfalls in Iceland, the best waterfall is the one in front of you. Besides, who needs another list?!

A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.

WEST ICELAND

Tucked off Ring Road is West Iceland and the magical Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Steeped in history of the Icelandic Sagas and an active community of Hidden Folk, the stories and waterfalls come in all shapes and sizes.

RELATED: Snæfellsnes Peninsula Travel Guide

A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Kirkjufellfoss
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Waterfalls in the mist off the coast of Arnarstapi

WEST FJORDS

A secluded peninsula jutting into the Denmark Sea, the West Fjords and its waterfalls offer a quiet escape. Waterfalls and sheep dominate the region and can be found everywhere along the protruding rocks.

RELATED: 5 Reasons to Visit the West Fjords

A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Valagil

NORTH ICELAND

Full of heavy hitters, the north rivals the south when it comes to popular waterfalls. The energy coming from these majesties dominates the surrounding landscape.  

A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Kolugljúfur
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Gođafoss
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Dettifoss

EAST FJORDS & SOUTH ICELAND

The dreamy east fjords create a quaint atmosphere that permeates to the region’s waterfalls.  In the south, it is essential to visit the popular waterfalls before 10:00 to ensure that the magic is not drowned by the throngs of travelers.

RELATED: 10 Reasons to Visit Arnarstapi and Hellnar

A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A view of mountain waterfalls in Seyðisfjörður
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Fjarðarárgljúfur
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Skógafoss
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
A Photo Diary of Iceland's Waterfalls | Andiamo Aurora | Iceland is home to waterfalls evoking wonder, isolation, comfort, and fear. I believe the best waterfall is the one in front of you, not a top 10 list.
Gullfoss

If you weren’t already planning a trip to Iceland to chase waterfalls, I bet you are now! There are many fabulous waterfalls to experience at close range.

Can’t get enough of Iceland? Need some tips for planning your next adventure to get close to Icelandic waterfalls? I got you!

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