From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike

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Join an excursion along the South Coast of Iceland. See black sand beaches, majestic waterfalls, and hike up the Sólheimajökull Glacier.

Highlights

  • Explore some of the largest glaciers of Iceland on this guided South Coast hike
  • Hike up Sólheimajökull glacier with a guide for a spellbinding glacier landscape
  • Walk behind the magnificent curtain of water from Seljalandsfoss waterfall
  • Take a stroll along the black sand beach of Reynisfjara and its basalt caverns
  • Travel through south Iceland's black sand beaches and thundering waterfalls

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Experience some of the largest glaciers of Iceland, and see the waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandson on a day trip from Reykjavik. After a pickup from the city, witness the alluring natural beauty of the cascading waterfalls and embark on a guided hike with all necessary glacier equipment. Journey to Seljalandsfoss waterfall where you get the chance to walk behind the 60-meter fall. There will definitely be a drizzle behind the breathtaking waterfall, so put on your rain gear and get your cameras ready. Continue the adventure at Skógarfoss waterfall, a 60-meter drop from what used to be the coastline. You can enjoy the beautiful view from above after running up the 527 steps leading to the top. Skógarfoss was a filming location for the Secret Life of Walter Mitty and Thor: The Dark World as well as several music videos. On the iconic black sand beach, discover magnificent basalt columns as well as the rock pillars named Reynisdrangar. Be sure to watch out for the unpredictable sneaker waves while enjoying the magical view of the beach and Dyrhólaey cliffs in the distance. Between June and August, you can enjoy the company of hundreds of puffins that like to nest in the columns. Finally, get geared up with the necessary safety equipment to hike up one of Iceland's most scenic glaciers on the South Coast, where you can see the fast-melting ice formations and learn about the area’s ancient geology and environmental importance.

Includes

Certified glacier guide WiFi in the minibus Glacier equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, ice ax)

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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