2-Day South Coast and Ice Cave Adventure from Reykjavik

This 2-day guided tour brings you to the main highlights of the south coast of Iceland: the famous waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black-sand beach at Vík, and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Explore a natural ice cave in all its glory. During the winter months, at night, far away from the city, you will also have the opportunity to spot the northern lights.

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Itinerary

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   Day 1 — South Coast

   • Your tour starts with a Reykjavik pick up.
   • Seljalandsfoss is a beautiful waterfall in South Iceland with a 60-meter (197 ft) cascade. What makes it unique is that visitors can walk behind the falls into a small cave, offering a spectacular 360° view. The water originates from the Eyjafjallajökull glacier volcano.
   • Skógafoss is one of Iceland's largest waterfalls, with a width of 25 meters (82 feet) and a drop of 60 meters (197 feet). It is located on the Skógá River in the south of Iceland. A staircase leads to the top of the waterfall, where you can look down at the thundering spectacle. According to legend, the first Viking settler in the area, Þrasi Þórólfsson, buried a treasure in a cave behind the waterfall.aterfall
   • Reynisfjara is a world-famous black sand beach on the South Coast of Iceland. It is known for its dramatic basalt columns, the Reynisdrangar sea stacks, and powerful Atlantic waves.
   • We will drive through the charming small town of Vík on our way to our accommodation
   • Skaftafell is a nature reserve located within Vatnajökull National Park in southeast Iceland. It's a region known for its diverse landscapes, encompassing glaciers like Skaftafellsjökull and Svínafellsjökull, dramatic waterfalls such as Svartifoss, and hiking trails that showcase Iceland's stunning natural beauty. Once a separate national park, it now forms an integral part of the larger Vatnajökull National Park, attracting visitors with its opportunities for outdoor activities and breathtaking scenery.
   • Eyjafjallajökull is an Icelandic stratovolcano covered by an ice cap. It's most famous for its 2010 eruption, which caused significant disruption to air travel across Europe due to its ash cloud.
   • ólheimajökull is an outlet glacier flowing from the larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap in Southern Iceland. It's known for its accessibility, making it a popular destination for guided glacier hikes and ice climbing. Notably, it's a "climate glacier" that visibly responds to climate change, with a rapidly receding ice front.

   Overnight stay in Adventure Hotel Hof I (private bathroom twin share accommodation with breakfast)

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   Day 2 — South Coast, Jokusarlon, Reykjavik

   • Jökulsárlón is a stunning glacial lagoon in southeast Iceland, renowned for its floating icebergs that break off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. It's a dynamic and ever-changing landscape, where ancient ice drifts towards the sea, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
   • Diamond Beach, located on Iceland's south coast, is a striking black sand beach where icebergs from the nearby Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon wash ashore.
   • During the summer months, guided tours offer the unique opportunity to explore the Katla Ice Cave, situated within the Mýrdalsjökull glacier in Iceland. This experience allows visitors to witness the striking blue ice formations and learn about the volcanic activity of Katla, which lies beneath the ice cap.
   • During the winter months, visitors can explore the breathtaking Crystal Ice Cave within Vatnajökull National Park. This seasonal phenomenon offers a chance to witness the stunning blue ice formations created by glacial meltwater, providing a unique and unforgettable experience.
   • We return to Reykjavík around 21:00 pm.

What's included

• ✓Visit to all main highlights of the South Coast
• ✓Reykjavik pick up and drop off service
• ✓One night hotel room with private bathroom
• ✓Breakfast at the hotel
• ✓Guided small group tour in a minibus
• ✓Ice cave experience
• ✓Free wi-fi on board

Not included

• ✗Food and drinks, unless specified
• ✗Please note that if you are a solo traveler and do not choose the single supplement you will be paired in a twin room with another participant of the same gender

What to expect

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket, waterproof pants, headgear, gloves recommended
• Good hiking shoes are recommended
• Hiking boots are available for rent, 1000 ISK per person
• You are required to hike up to three hours in a day
• Please note that if you are a solo traveler and do not choose the single supplement you will be paired in a twin room with another participant of the same gender
• If you are a solo traveler and wish to have your own room then you can opt for a single room upgrade directly with the operator at an extra charge
• We use a couple of different ice caves for our 2 day South Coast tour. Ice caves are ever-changing and unpredictable natural phenomena. We usually visit the Crystal Cave at Breiðmerkurjökull during this tour but when the Crystal Cave is inaccessible we will most likely visit Katla Ice Cave. Which ice cave is chosen will however always depend upon the conditions and safety considerations on the day, sometimes a different ice cave will be visited. If conditions do not allow us to visit an ice cave a glacier hike will be offered as an alternative.
• This tour has the flexibility to make the most of the seasonal changes such as changes in weather and conditions. During the summer Iceland is characterized by energizing bright nights and midnight sun. Between August and May, if the forecast is suitable, you might even be able to spot the magical show put on by the Northern Lights. It is important to note that a guided Northern Lights hunt is however not included in the tour. Other wonderful and interesting possibilities can also come up during your south coast tour with us as Iceland is full of surprises.

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