Private Luxury South Coast & Sólheimajökull Jeep Tour
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Description
Follow Iceland’s South Coast through a breathtaking landscape of cascading waterfalls, volcanic beaches, green cliffs and distant glaciers.
The route brings together Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Dyrhólaey and Sólheimajökull, creating a beautifully varied day of natural wonders and memorable viewpoints. A private format adds a comfortable pace, personal attention and room to enjoy the views without rushing from one highlight to the next.
Dyrhólaey opens a grand coastal panorama, Sólheimajökull reveals the meeting of glacier and volcano, and Gljúfrabúi adds a hidden-waterfall finale.
Itinerary
Reykjavík departure
A scenic beginning
Begin the adventure with a comfortable departure from the confirmed meeting point, then watch the landscape open into lava fields, coastal lowlands and distant glaciers.
Skógafoss
Power and rainbows
Skógafoss combines raw power with classic South Iceland scenery: a 60-metre cascade, moss-covered cliffs and a vast open foreground. From the foot of the falls it feels immense; from above, the view stretches across the lowlands to the sea.
Sólheimajökull
Glacier landscape
Sólheimajökull flows like a frozen tongue from the larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap into a rugged valley of dark volcanic rock. Blue ice, ash layers and deep ridges reveal the meeting of glacier and volcano, making it one of South Iceland’s most striking and accessible glacier landscapes.
Dyrhólaey
Sea arch and puffin cliffs
Dyrhólaey rises above the South Coast in a dramatic headland crowned by a natural rock arch. From its viewpoints, black-sand beaches stretch towards distant glaciers, Reynisdrangar stands offshore and puffins can often be seen along the grassy cliffs from late spring into summer.
Reynisfjara
Black sand and basalt
At Reynisfjara, volcanic sand, the basalt columns of Garðar and the dramatic Reynisdrangar stacks create one of Iceland’s most cinematic coastal scenes. The Atlantic here is as powerful as it is beautiful, so pay close attention to the beach warning system and remain with the guide.
Vík
Village and coastal views
Vík is a colourful coastal village set between green mountains, black-sand beaches and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Its hilltop church and ocean viewpoints create a classic South Iceland scene, while the village offers a welcoming pause on the journey east.
Seljalandsfoss
Walk-behind waterfall
A ribbon of glacier water falls from the former sea cliffs at Seljalandsfoss, framed by mossy rock and wide views across the coastal plain. The famous path behind the waterfall lets you experience the power, sound and light of the cascade from a completely different angle.
Gljúfrabúi
Hidden canyon waterfall
Tucked behind a cleft in the former sea cliffs, Gljúfrabúi reveals its cascade inside a green, echoing canyon. It is a compact but magical South Coast stop, filled with mist, moss and the sound of falling water.
Return to Reykjavík
Relax after the adventure
Relax on the return journey and enjoy a final look across the waterfalls, mountains and volcanic landscapes that shaped the day.
What is included
- Private modified 4x4
- Private English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and return
- Wi-Fi
What do I need to bring
- Warm layered clothing
- Waterproof and windproof outer layer
- Sturdy shoes with good grip
- Water, food and a charged phone or camera
Good to know
Pick-up: Use the exact pickup location and departure time shown on your voucher.
- The route can change with access, daylight and conditions.
- Pickup outside Reykjavík may cost extra.
Highlights
- Private luxury 4x4
- Sólheimajökull
- Dyrhólaey and Reynisfjara
- Two major waterfalls
- Gljúfrabúi
Private Luxury South Coast & Sólheimajökull Jeep Tour – Frequently Asked Questions
Wear warm layers, a waterproof outer shell and sturdy shoes suited to natural terrain.