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Glaciers & Waterfalls / South Coast and Glacier Hiking

Operated by Arctic Adventures

Glaciers & Waterfalls / South Coast and Glacier Hiking
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Duration:13 hours 30 minutes
Travel by:Mini Bus / Car
Difficulty:Easy
Min. age:8+ years
Hotel pickup:Meet at location
Meeting point:Reykjavík

About this experience

Start your adventure with convenient pick-up in Reykjavík and head out along Iceland’s scenic South Coast. Our first stop is the majestic Skógafoss, a 60-meter-high waterfall where you can walk right up to the roaring water or climb the stairs for panoramic views.

Next, we explore the dramatic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, known for its towering basalt columns, hidden sea caves, and the striking Reynisdrangar sea stacks rising from the ocean - said to be trolls turned to stone by the sun.

Then, gear up for the highlight of the day: a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull. Your certified guide will provide all the necessary gear and lead you across the ancient ice, past deep crevasses and surreal blue ice formations. Guests should be prepared to hike up to 6km on uneven terrain with moderate elevation gain. 

Before heading back to Reykjavík, we stop at the stunning Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the waterfall for a one-of-a-kind photo opportunity. During the winter months, Seljalandsfoss is illuminated with lights, making it a perfect end-of-day stop. 

Highlights

  • Black sand beach
  • Glacier Hike
  • Nature & Scenery
  • Volcano
  • Waterfalls

Places you may visit

What's included

  • Reykjavík pickup & drop-off in a comfortable minibus
  • Scenic views of Iceland's South Coast
  • Sightseeing stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls
  • Visit to Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
  • Expertly guided gacier hike on Sólheimajökull
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • Safety Equipment: crampons, walking axe, helmet, harness
  • Free Wi-Fi aboard the minibus

Good to know

  • Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear, and gloves
  • Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support (mandatory for the glacier hike - available to rent for a small fee)
  • Food & drinks

For the glacier hike:

  • Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support are required for this adventure (available to rent for a fee)
  • In order to safely fit our specialized glacier crampons, guests must have a shoe size between 35-50 EU

Meeting point

Reykjavík

REY

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Operated by

Arctic Adventures

Questions & answers

How long is the tour?

13 hours 30 minutes

Where does the tour start?

Reykjavík, Reykjavík

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes — hotel pickup is required for this tour.

Is there a minimum age?

Participants must be at least 8 years old.

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From

24,990 ISK

per person

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Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Tour operator

Arctic Adventures

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  • Icelandic company — GoIceTravel is based in Iceland
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  • TourDesk Best Price Guarantee — Found the same tour cheaper from the same operator within 72 hours of booking? TourDesk may refund the price difference, subject to their guarantee terms.

From

24,990 ISK