South Coast Waterfalls, Reynisfjara Beach & Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
by Arctic Adventures
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Iceland’s south coast features some of the country’s most remarkable natural sites, including tall waterfalls, black sand beaches, and glaciers. This full-day small-group tour from Reykjavik covers Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach, and a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull. The trip begins with a pickup from Reykjavik and a drive along the coast to Skógafoss, where the waterfall drops 60 meters into a basin. Visitors can approach the falls or climb stairs beside it for views of the valley and coast. Next is Reynisfjara beach, known for its black volcanic sand, basalt columns, and Reynisdrangar sea stacks offshore. Safety advice about sneaker waves is provided before a walk along the beach. The main activity is a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull. The group meets the certified glacier guide at the parking lot and puts on specialized glacier gear including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. The hike lasts about 1.5 hours on the ice, crossing ridges, crevasses, and blue ice formations. The guide explains the local environment, climate impacts, and glacier features during the walk. After the glacier, the tour stops at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which visitors can walk behind via a path when conditions allow. The tour ends with a return to Reykjavik and drop-off at the original pickup point. The total duration is about 12 hours and includes WiFi on the coach and all glacier gear. Food and hiking boots with ankle support are not included but hiking boots can be rented separately.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Reykjavik Pickup
The tour begins with pickup from select locations in Reykjavik, so no personal car is needed to start the trip.
30 min
Skógafoss Waterfall
Skógafoss falls 60 meters into a wide basin that produces mist. Visitors can walk close to the spray or climb stairs beside the waterfall for views of the valley and South Coast.
45 min
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
This black sand beach features basalt columns and caverns. The Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks rise offshore. Visitors stroll along the sand while receiving safety instructions about sneaker waves from the guide.
50 min
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike
At the glacier parking lot, the group gears up with crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. The guided hike lasts about 1.5 hours on the glacier ice, crossing ridges, crevasses, and blue ice formations. The guide discusses climate, glacier history, and local features during the walk. The route also passes a lagoon with floating icebergs.
180 min
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Seljalandsfoss offers a pathway allowing visitors to walk behind the waterfall, providing a unique view. In winter, the path may be icy or closed, but the falls remain impressive from the front with cliffs and moss-covered rocks.
30 min
Return to Reykjavik
The tour concludes with a drive back to Reykjavik, dropping guests off at their original pickup locations.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
South Coast Waterfalls, Reynisfjara Beach & Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
by Arctic Adventures
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€352Overview
Iceland’s south coast features some of the country’s most remarkable natural sites, including tall waterfalls, black sand beaches, and glaciers. This full-day small-group tour from Reykjavik covers Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach, and a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull. The trip begins with a pickup from Reykjavik and a drive along the coast to Skógafoss, where the waterfall drops 60 meters into a basin. Visitors can approach the falls or climb stairs beside it for views of the valley and coast. Next is Reynisfjara beach, known for its black volcanic sand, basalt columns, and Reynisdrangar sea stacks offshore. Safety advice about sneaker waves is provided before a walk along the beach. The main activity is a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull. The group meets the certified glacier guide at the parking lot and puts on specialized glacier gear including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. The hike lasts about 1.5 hours on the ice, crossing ridges, crevasses, and blue ice formations. The guide explains the local environment, climate impacts, and glacier features during the walk. After the glacier, the tour stops at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which visitors can walk behind via a path when conditions allow. The tour ends with a return to Reykjavik and drop-off at the original pickup point. The total duration is about 12 hours and includes WiFi on the coach and all glacier gear. Food and hiking boots with ankle support are not included but hiking boots can be rented separately.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Reykjavik Pickup
The tour begins with pickup from select locations in Reykjavik, so no personal car is needed to start the trip.
30 min
Skógafoss Waterfall
Skógafoss falls 60 meters into a wide basin that produces mist. Visitors can walk close to the spray or climb stairs beside the waterfall for views of the valley and South Coast.
45 min
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
This black sand beach features basalt columns and caverns. The Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks rise offshore. Visitors stroll along the sand while receiving safety instructions about sneaker waves from the guide.
50 min
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike
At the glacier parking lot, the group gears up with crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. The guided hike lasts about 1.5 hours on the glacier ice, crossing ridges, crevasses, and blue ice formations. The guide discusses climate, glacier history, and local features during the walk. The route also passes a lagoon with floating icebergs.
180 min
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Seljalandsfoss offers a pathway allowing visitors to walk behind the waterfall, providing a unique view. In winter, the path may be icy or closed, but the falls remain impressive from the front with cliffs and moss-covered rocks.
30 min
Return to Reykjavik
The tour concludes with a drive back to Reykjavik, dropping guests off at their original pickup locations.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.