THE ICE RUN

Wrapped up in a dry suit I’m on a kayak, heading towards the spectacular Dynjandi waterfall, a towering geological marvel of 330ft that is considered one of the most beautiful cascades in Iceland. Ribbons of white water hurtle into the plunge pool below, resembling an enormous bridal veil draping over the cliff face. It’s rightfully referred to as “The Jewel of the Westfjords.”

We’re paddling towards the thundering waterfall as a small flotilla, enabling us to explore the coastline at water level among families of eider and an inquisitive gray seal. But these dry suits aren’t to shield us from kayaking spills, as we soon find out after hopping ashore and walking to the base of Dynjandi. Following the lead of our exceptionally qualified Icelandic EYOS guide Dagný Ivarsdóttir, we enter the plunge pool for a swim alongside the cascading falls. Frolicking in the crystal-clear water and jumping