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South Coast Highlights

  • Sightseeing
  • All year round
  • Easy
  • 9 hours
  • 6 participants max

185 000 ISK

(Approx: 1 345 USD and 1 240 EUR)

Your itinerary

1. Seljalandsfoss

Seljalandsfoss waterfall is the very first waterfall you will see when you are driving on the Icelandic South Coast from Reykjavík. This majestic waterfall, 60 meters tall, has a very unique feature.

Behind the waterfall, an immense cave allows visitors to walk behind and around the waterfall. Seeing the waterfall from its back side, listening to it echoing against the walls of the cave, is an experience to remember. Bring a rain jacket!

Please note that in the core of winter, the path behind the waterfall is impassable and will be closed.

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A thin but tall waterfall falls in front of a cliff in a spring landscape A waterfall is photographed from behind it at sunset Closeup of the top of a partially frozen waterfall In a misty weather, among green and dark cliffs, falls a waterfall

2. Skógafoss

The waterfall of Skógafoss is probably the most famous waterfall in Iceland. Visible directly from the road number One, Skógafoss is a mighty, powerful waterfall which is 60 meters tall.

Skógafoss even got more famous after being featured in Game of Thrones. The legend says that a giant has hidden a treasure behind the waterfall, but we will let your guide tell you everything about it!

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Two people are standing in front of a huge waterfall, and are touched by a rainbow A tall waterfall is partially frozen in a wintery landscape A tall, impressive waterfall is seen from a distance A big waterfall is photographed behind a wall covered with green moss A rainbow shines in the mist of an immense waterfall

3. Sólheimajökull Glacier

Iceland is covered by glaciers on a surface of approximately 11% of its territory. Every glacier is unique. Sólheimajökull is no exception to this rule.

Partially covered by volcanic ashes from the eruptions of the nearby volcanoes, Sólheimajökull perfectly sums up the constrat of the South Coast of Iceland. Between glaciers and volcanoes, in the land of fire and ice.

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The end of a glacier is falling on still water, reflecting it perfectly Ash covered glaciers reflecting on a glacier lake Icebergs floating on a glacier lake, during a misty day The end of a white and blue, ash covered, glacier is touching the water in a misty day

4. Dýrhólaey

Dýrhólaey is an island that has been formed 80 000 years ago, following a sub-oceanic volcanic eruption.

The top of the island offers the best panoramas on the South Coast. From up there, on a clear day, one can see two glaciers, kilometres of black sand beaches, and an immense stone arch. This is also the home of a great colony of puffins.

Please note that Dýrhólaey might be closed during the winter.

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A huge stone arch, towering over the ocean at sunset Closeup of a colourful puffin A huge rock standing alone on a black sand beach The stone arch of Dýrhólaey is majestically standing over the atlantic ocean Panorama of lake, black sand beach and glaciers Two puffins, including one looking directly at the camera

5. Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara, also known by the fans of Game of Thrones as the location of the Dragon Glass Cave, is the most beautiful beach in Iceland. Rich in unique geological features, particularly the immense basaltic columns touching the ever-agitated sea.

But Reynisfjara is more than that. In the summertime, the cliffs over the beach transforms into the nesting ground of thousands and thousands of migratory birds, including the world famous puffin. Every year, they come from the ocean to diverse cliffs around Iceland to breed and nest.

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Two sisters are playing on a black sand beach Grey basaltic columns Sea pillar towering over the ocean Basaltic columns, sea pillars and a black sand beach photographed under sunset Black basaltic columns with some vegetation The cave of reynisfjara formed of basaltic columns Vey sharp and unique rock formations shaping the ceiling of a cave Two people are watching a beautiful sunset over a black sand beach

Information

Good to know

  • Rocky terrain when walking behind Seljalandsfoss

  • 10 minutes one way walk on easy terrain to the glacier viewpoint

What to bring

  • Weatherproof clothes

  • Warm clothes in the winter

Included

  • Private driver Guide

  • Comfortable vehicle

  • All entrances and parking fees

Not included

  • Food, drinks

  • Meals, snacks

  • Personal expenses

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The Lava Center

Extend your knowledge about volcanism with an interactive and innovative exhibition.

Located in Hvolsvöllur, South Iceland (1.5 hours from Reykjavík). The Lava Center, is absolutely unique and a must-visit.

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The Lava Show - Vík

In Vík, on the South Coast of Iceland, one can see the original Lava Show.

While you are in a highly active volcanic area, why not take the time to see some molten lava, in a safe environment?

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The Lava Tunnel

Explore a 5000 - 6000 years old lava tube, only 40km away from Reykjavík.

With a guide telling you about the geology and even the history of the area, you will walk the manmade path that allows you to discover about 750m of the tunnel.

Ask us about the adventurous version!

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Mercedes V-class

Type: Minivan

Capacity: 6 passengers

Price: 185 000 ISK / Vehicle

Approx. 1 345 $ or 1 240 €

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Toyota Land Cruiser

Type: SuperJeep

Capacity: 4 passengers

Price: 179 000 ISK / Vehicle

Approx. 1 240 $ or 1 200 €