South Coast, Waterfalls and Black Beach Tour from Reykjavik
Description
South Iceland, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach Tour takes you on a journey of exploration through the many dramatic faces of the Icelandic landscape. The South Coast region of Iceland is the flattest in the country making it ideal for farming but because this is Iceland, the land is also surrounded by majestic mountains, Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, looming volcanoes and glaciers, Reynisfjara black sand beach and the formidable sea. Your expert guide will also point out several notorious volcanoes, including Hekla, Eyjafjallajokull and Katla.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hekla is one of Iceland's most active volcanoes, and was for centuries believed to be the entrance to hell.
Visit Skogafoss waterfall. This is a picturesque 200-foot (60-meter) tall, broad and powerful waterfall, and due to its striking appearance it is frequently used in movies and commercials. You can get close enough to feel the spray from the falls on your face and, if you like, then climb a stairway leading to the top of the falls allowing you a view from above.
Stroll along the black sand and pebble beach of Reynisfjara. The beach features stacks of basalt columns that wall off surrounding cliffs scattered with caves. You will be awed by the incredibly powerful waves of the Atlantic ocean crashing on to the shore. Offshore you will see the Reynisdrangar pillars, basalt rock stacks that rise from the sea.
Here we stop at a local restaurant for a lunch break at your own expense.
A volcano / glacier, which gained worldwide attention in 2010 when the ash cloud from an eruption stopped all flight traffic in Europe.
Short stop by Solheimajokull, an outlet glacier of Myrdalsjokull glacier.
Seljalandsfoss is a unique waterfall in that you can actually walk behind it when the weather permits and experience the beauty of this waterfall in a completely new way.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please be at your designated pickup point at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Our pickup vehicles are well marked with the Gray Line and Reykjavik Excursions logo.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please dress appropriately for the weather
Reviews(285)
This tour was fantastic! We had such a great tour guide, Unnur Maria, who taught us so much about Iceland and its people and its geology as well! She made our journey so enjoyable and educational!! Our driver, Pavel, took great care in getting us to all of the sites on this tour. He was a very safe driver and a lovely person, as well! We give this tour a 10/10 and suggest that you book it because you’ll have a wonderful time!
Hello, Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Unnur Maria and Pavel. It’s fantastic to know that Unnur Maria’s knowledge of Iceland’s geology, history, and culture made the journey both educational and enjoyable, while Pavel’s safe driving helped you travel comfortably throughout the day. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with both of them. Thank you for your 10/10 recommendation—we truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you back again! Kind regards, Sesili
We had an amazing trip - our guide, Gunnar (Dr G) was super knowledgeable and very informative, as well as having a fantastic sense of humour. We saw the most beautiful sites, Gunnar gave great photo stop recommendations, and our driver Reynir was also excellent. A must for those that want to explore natural Iceland outside Reykjavik!
Hello, Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience exploring Iceland beyond Reykjavík. It’s wonderful to know that Gunnar made the journey even more enjoyable with his knowledge, informative commentary, humor, and helpful photo stop recommendations. We’re also glad to hear that Reynir provided an excellent driving experience and helped make your day comfortable and memorable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with both of them. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again for more unforgettable adventures! Kind regards, Zuzanna
This was an amazing adventure. Was able to see all the main areas of Iceland on our list. Raining a lot but the tour guy and bus driver brought us to areas of less rain in the area first and then back to the other spots so we were able to see all the sights and take amazing pictures
Hello, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing adventure and were able to see all the places on your Iceland bucket list. It’s wonderful to know that, despite the rainy weather, your guide and driver adjusted the itinerary to help you enjoy the sights in the best possible conditions. We’re so glad you were still able to capture amazing photos and make great memories. We hope to welcome you back to Iceland again! Kind regards, Sesili
I had a fantastic time with our guide Richie and driver Mikki - they were fantastic! A long tour, Richie kept us entertained and was incredibly knowledgeable about geology, history, pop culture - you name it. Mikki was incredibly patient and drove us all safe and sound. I came on this tour alone and enjoyed every moment of it! Definitely wear waterproof clothes - they’re needed. Special shout out to the great playlist from Richie!!
Hello, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day with Richie and Mikki. It’s wonderful to know that Richie kept the journey engaging with his knowledge, stories, and even his playlist, while Mikki ensured a safe and comfortable ride. We’re especially happy to hear that you had such a great experience traveling solo. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with both Richie and Mikki. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again! Kind regards, Sesili
The best experience ever!! The driver and guide were so kind and gave much information. There was plenty of time at each stop and the bus was comfortable.
Hello, Thank you very much for your fantastic review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience and enjoyed the comfortable bus, informative guide, and relaxed pace of the tour. We truly appreciate your kind words. Best Regards, Gabriele
This was a wonderful tour of the South Coast! Our guide Richie truly made this a memorable experience, as he was very knowledgeable and had a wonderful playlist to keep us entertained while driving past scenic views. We learned about the geology of Iceland, and saw so many waterfalls. We were searching for a tour that would allow a good amount of time in Vik, which we found with this tour. We had lunch in Vik, and had time to walk around a bit.
Hello, Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the South Coast tour and that Richie helped make your experience memorable with his knowledge and great music. We are happy that you had time to explore Vík, enjoy the views, and discover Iceland’s amazing landscapes and waterfalls. Best Regards, Gabriele
Our guide Richie and driver mikki both were amazing, it was a long day but they were really amazing even when some people on the bus wanted a different drop off location. Also amazingly beautiful places we went. Just a suggestion that if stop at black sand beach could be longer because lunch place over there was better than at Vik. Vik has more options though.
Hello, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Richie and Mikki made your tour such a great experience. We appreciate your kind words and your helpful suggestion regarding the stop at the black sand beach, which we will share with our team. Best regards, Gabriele
The tour was amazing learnt alot of information about the area and the history. Very informative. The tour guide Gunnar was amazing
Hello, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your South Coast Wonders tour and that you found the experience both informative and enriching. It’s wonderful to know you learned a lot about the area and its history along the way. We are especially happy to hear that Gunnar made such a positive impression on your journey; we will gladly pass your kind words on to him. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure in Iceland in the future. Best regards, Rute
Great experience! The guide Gudjon Jes and the driver Bartek were amazing with storytelling and all the details about south coast of Iceland. You visit all the popular spots plus you have a laugh. Highly recommended!
Hello, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience on the South Coast tour. It’s wonderful to know that Gudjón Jes and Bartek made the day so enjoyable with their storytelling, knowledge, and great atmosphere along the way. We’re especially happy you were able to see all the key sights and still have time for some fun and laughter; that’s exactly what we hope for on our tours. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Iceland! Kind regards, Zuzanna
Richie was a great fun English guide. Had a great trip. I am so glad to book this tour. Had the best time ever!
Hello, Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great trip. It’s wonderful to know that Richie made the experience fun and enjoyable for you. We’re so happy you’re glad you chose this tour and had your best time ever! We truly appreciate your words and hope to see you again in Iceland! Kind regards, Zuzanna
