Private South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
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Description
Discover the South Coast at its most spectacular, where thundering waterfalls and black-sand plains lead towards the luminous ice world of southeast Iceland.
At Jökulsárlón, ancient icebergs drift across the lagoon beneath Vatnajökull before fragments of ice glitter like giant diamonds on the nearby black shore. The contrast of crystal ice, dark sand and vast glacier scenery creates one of Iceland’s most breathtaking sights. A private format adds a comfortable pace, personal attention and room to enjoy the views without rushing from one highlight to the next.
The private format allows stops to be adjusted around light, weather and the group, but the distance to the lagoon sets the rhythm. A seasonal boat trip can only be added when separately arranged and confirmed.
Itinerary
Reykjavík pickup
Private departure
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 the old sea cliffs
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.
Skógafoss
Broad 60-metre waterfall
Skógafoss thunders 60 metres from the former sea cliffs in a broad wall of water that can fill the valley with mist and rainbows. Experience its scale from below, or climb beside the falls for sweeping views towards the Atlantic coast.
Reynisfjara
Black sand and basalt coast
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.
Jökulsárlón
Glacier lagoon
Jökulsárlón is where glacier and ocean meet: luminous icebergs float across the lagoon after calving from Breiðamerkurjökull, then slowly move towards the Atlantic. Mountains, blue ice and possible seal sightings make every visit feel completely unique.
Diamond Beach
Ice on black sand
Diamond Beach turns glacier ice into natural sculpture. Icebergs travel from Jökulsárlón to the Atlantic and return to shore as gleaming fragments, creating a brilliant contrast of transparent blue-white ice, dark sand and rolling ocean waves.
Return to Reykjavík
Westbound finish
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 car or minibus
- Dedicated driver-guide
- Pickup and return
- Parking and standard sightseeing stops
What do I need to bring
- Warm layered clothing
- Waterproof and windproof outer layer
- Sturdy walking shoes
- 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.
- Pricing is per vehicle.
- A lagoon boat trip is not included and must be arranged separately.
- Food and drinks are not listed as included.
- The final order and smaller stops can change.
Highlights
- Jökulsárlón
- Diamond Beach
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- Private flexible pacing
Private South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach – Frequently Asked Questions
No. It is an optional separate activity that must be arranged and confirmed.