Description
Experience the spectacular variety of Iceland’s South Coast, where powerful waterfalls, glacier-capped volcanoes and sweeping black-sand shores create a new highlight around every bend.
The route brings together Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara and Vík, 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.
Skógafoss and Reynisfjara follow, with the actual order adjusted to weather, light and road conditions. Midnight-sun colour is a natural event and cannot be guaranteed, but the near-continuous daylight allows sightseeing well into the evening.
The group has private transport and a knowledgeable driver-guide. Food is not included; the guide can recommend stops, or guests can bring a packed meal.
Itinerary
Reykjavík pickup
Start of the day
Meet your guide and settle in for a scenic journey as Reykjavík gives way to open farmland, volcanic ridges and the glacier-capped mountains of South Iceland.
Seljalandsfoss and Gljúfrabúi
Waterfalls below old sea cliffs
Seljalandsfoss plunges about 60 metres from an ancient sea cliff in a slender curtain of water. Its unforgettable feature is the pathway that curves behind the cascade, opening a remarkable view through the falling water towards the South Iceland lowlands.
Eyjafjallajökull corridor
Volcano and glacier views
Travel beneath the famous ice-capped volcano while the guide explains the landscape shaped by eruption and meltwater.
Skógafoss
Broad 60-metre waterfall
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.
Reynisfjara
Black sand and basalt coast
Reynisfjara is a spectacular meeting of jet-black sand, geometric basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks rising from the North Atlantic. The wild surf gives the beach its unforgettable energy, but sneaker waves are powerful and unpredictable—always follow the warning lights and your guide’s instructions.
Return to Reykjavík
Westbound finish
Settle back for the westbound drive, with time to revisit the day’s glacier, waterfall and coastal highlights as the road returns to Reykjavík.
What is included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavík Capital Area
- Parking fees
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.
- Available May–August.
- Minimum age is 4 years.
- Midnight-sun light and colours depend on cloud and weather.
- Food and drinks are not included.
Highlights
- Summer evening light
- Private format
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- Reynisfjara
Private Midnight Sun South Coast Tour – Frequently Asked Questions
Your party travels with a driver-guide focused on your group, allowing a more personal pace around the South Coast's waterfalls, black beaches and glacier scenery.
A private format allows flexibility within the route, daylight, road conditions and the booked duration. Discuss priorities with the operator before departure.
Exact stops depend on your selected product, but the route is built around the landscapes listed in the itinerary, often including waterfalls, volcanic coast and black-sand viewpoints.
Your booked option confirms whether collection is included and where it operates. The final timing and details are shown on your voucher.
Bring warm layers, waterproof outerwear and sturdy shoes. Wind and spray at coastal stops can make the day feel colder than in the city.
Your driver-guide follows current road and weather conditions and may adjust the plan to keep the experience safe and worthwhile.
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