Discover Iceland's picturesque south coast on this sightseeing and glacier hiking excursion departing from Reykjavík!
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Iceland on this memorable 12-hour guided 'South Coast' tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík! Welcoming sporty adventurers ages 8 and up.
Iceland's southern coast is world-renowned for its majestic waterfalls (Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss), impressive volcanic mountains, massive glaciers, as well as coastal cliffs and beaches. When travelling to Iceland, a guided 'South Coast' tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík is a unique experience not to be missed!
The full-day adventure begins at your accommodations in Reykjavík, where you and your group (a maximum of 12 people) will be picked up by your experienced and friendly driver/guide. After boarding the comfortable minibus, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing before leaving the city and setting out towards Iceland's scenic 'South Coast'. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the magnificent panoramas along the way. In addition, free WiFi and Icelandic music are provided during the drive.
The first stop of the 'South Coast' tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík, is the stunning Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, followed by the Skógafoss Waterfall. These pair of waterfalls are iconic and distinctive water features in Iceland, you'll marvel at their power and beauty. Don't forget your camera! The third stop on the excursion is Reynisfjara, a striking black sand beach made from volcanic basalt sand. This location is made even more spectacular by its towering basalt columns (created by cooling lava) and the jagged rock formations of the Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks.
Throughout the 'South Coast' sightseeing tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík, your guide will share fascinating facts and insights into these remarkable natural sites. In addition, you'll have time for a break to enjoy your packed lunch at a scenic locale. The final stop is at the Sólheimajökull Glacier. Upon your arrival, you'll receive glacier hiking equipment, which includes a helmet, a harness, crampons, and an axe. Next, your guide will provide an introduction to glacier hiking and equipment usage, emphasizing both safety and fun!
Then, you'll set off on the 30-minute hike to the Sólheimajökull Glacier, admiring the rugged landscapes as you walk. Soon, you'll start traversing the Sólheimajökull Glacier, which is part of the much larger, Mýrdalsjökull Glacier and close in proximity to one of the country's many active volcanos. While glacier hiking, you'll learn more about Iceland's glaciers and why their formations change throughout the years. At the end of the 'South Coast' tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík, you'll board the minibus for the ride back to civilization with lifelong memories of your trip to Iceland!
For an unforgettable adventure in Iceland, book this 'South Coast' tour with glacier hiking from Reykjavík today!
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Practical information
- Pick up from your accommodations in Reykjavík (please specify when booking)
- Meet your friendly driver
- Board the minibus/guide
- The adventure begins!
- Seljalandsfoss Waterfall stop
- Skógafoss Waterfall stop
- Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach stop
- Arrival at the Sólheimajökull Glacier parking lot
- Receive your equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, and ice axe)
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Introduction to glacier hiking and equipment usage
- The adventure continues!
- 30-minute hike to the Sólheimajökull Glacier
- Glacier hiking!
- 30-minute return hike to the minibus
- Return transfer to the original departure point in Reykjavík
Please be advised that all participants must be in good physical condition to take part in this excursion.
In addition, all minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Please list the address of your accommodations when booking. Pick-up is available in the Reykjavík from the locations listed in this link.
The difficulty level for this sightseeing tour and glacier hiking excursion is labelled as 'moderate'.
Bringing a packed lunch with drinks and snacks, as well as sturdy hiking boots and layers of warm clothing is highly recommended for this activity.
- Hotel transfers to and from Reykjavík
- Driver
- WiFi onboard the minibus
- Guide
- Helmet
- Crampons
- Harness
- Ice axe
- Food and beverages
- Wind and waterproof outerlayers
- Warm underlayers
- Hiking Boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Small backpack
- Packed lunch
- Snacks
- Water