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Private South Coast

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Private South Coast

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This private South Coast tour puts a guide and SUV at your disposal for the day, with no other travelers along for the ride, and room to add stops or activities as time and weather allow.

The first stop is Seljalandsfoss, known for the natural cave behind its cascade. In summer, you can walk behind the falling water for a view from the inside. The route continues to the village of Vík, Iceland's southernmost settlement, with a stop along the way at Reynisfjara, a black sand beach framed by basalt sea stacks. The surf here is strong, so visitors are advised to always keep an eye on the water.

Nearby, the Dyrhólaey promontory hosts one of Iceland's larger puffin colonies during summer, and offers clifftop views over the coast. As this is a private tour, extra stops can be worked in depending on time and conditions.

The scheduled route ends at Skógafoss, a waterfall over 25 meters wide with a 60-meter drop, set between the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. At booking, optional glacier activities can be added on, including snowmobiling, an ATV ride, a guided glacier hike, glacier kayaking, horseback riding, or a lava cave tour.

Note: the itinerary depends on weather and road conditions. In winter, limited daylight may mean some stops are seen at dusk, in the dark, or skipped.

Stops Along the South Coast

  • Seljalandsfoss: walk behind the waterfall in summer
  • Vík: Iceland's southernmost village, with sea stacks offshore
  • Reynisfjara: black sand beach with basalt columns and sea stacks
  • Skógafoss: a wide, 60-meter waterfall between two glaciers

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Most South Coast day tours include Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach, and the village of Vík. Some longer tours also visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach.
Yes, the South Coast is accessible year-round via Route 1. Weather conditions can vary, especially in winter, but tours operate throughout the year and are adjusted for daylight and safety.
The Golden Circle can typically be explored in 6–8 hours, while the South Coast often takes 10–12 hours for a day trip from Reykjavík. If your schedule allows, spending two or more days across both regions gives you more time to enjoy the attractions without rushing.

Reykjavik Excursions offers a range of day trips tailored to different interests:

  • Nature lovers: South Coast, Þórsmörk (seasonal), Golden Circle, Volcano Shuttle

  • Geothermal fans: Geysir, the Blue Lagoon, and the Reykjanes Peninsula

  • Scenic landscapes: Snæfellsnes, South Coast, national parks, coastal cliffs

  • Wildlife: Whale watching and puffin tours (seasonal)

Each tour showcases Iceland’s dramatic geology, wildlife, and natural forces.

Most visitors start with the Golden Circle because it is closer to Reykjavík and features three of Iceland's most famous natural attractions. The South Coast is often explored afterward, especially if continuing east toward Vík, Skaftafell, or Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

Absolutely. The South Coast is one of Iceland’s most scenic regions, featuring iconic waterfalls, glacier tongues, black sand beaches, volcanoes, and sea cliffs—all in one day trip from Reykjavík.

Yes, it is possible in the summer with its neverending daylight, but it makes for a very full day. Most travellers enjoy a more relaxed experience by visiting the Golden Circle as a day trip and exploring the South Coast on a separate day or over two days.
The South Shore or South Coast refers to the area along the southern edge of Iceland. It includes landmarks like Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Eyjafjallajökull, Reynisfjara, and glaciers like Mýrdalsjökull and Vatnajökull.