South Coast Tour: Waterfalls, Beach & Glacier from Reykjavik

Waterfall walk, climb, glacier edge, and black sand basalt sea crossing adventure

A full-day guided tour from Reykjavik along Iceland's South Coast, visiting two major waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach and Sólheimajökull Glacier with roundtrip transport and an English-speaking guide. Pickup is available from Bus Stop 12 or designated locations in central Reykjavik. Children from age 2 are welcome; the tour runs 10 hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore South Coast Waterfalls and Beach

• Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
• Climb Skógafoss waterfall stairs
• Walk on Black Sand Beach
• Touch Sólheimajökull Glacier

The Experience

The day starts with roundtrip transport from central Reykjavik and moves through lava fields toward Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the waterfall itself—waterproof clothing makes the difference between dry and soaked. From there, Skógafoss comes next: you climb stairs to the top and, on clear days, see Eyjafjallajökull volcano across the landscape. A guide leads the stops and handles the route, so the only planning left is what to wear.

Reynisfjara black sand beach is where the day shifts. The basalt formations and Reynisdrangar sea stacks dominate the view, but the waves are dangerous—the guide will point out what to watch. After the beach, you walk to the edge of Sólheimajökull Glacier and can touch the ice itself, a moment that changes how close you feel to the landscape. WiFi on board means you can share photos or check messages during the drive between stops.

The tour includes the small village of Vik and covers the full southern coastline in one arc. At 10 hours, it is a full day, but the transport is handled and the stops are timed so nothing feels rushed. Specialized infant seats are available if you are traveling with young children.

What’s included

• Roundtrip transport from central Reykjavik (pickup from Bus Stop 12 or designated locations).
• professional English-speaking guide.
• WiFi on board.
• access to all four stops—Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara black sand beach and Sólheimajökull Glacier.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by BusTravel Iceland

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Iceland's South Coast highlights without arranging transport or navigating between stops yourself—the guide handles the route and timing, and the 10-hour day fits all the major waterfalls, the black sand beach and a glacier into one trip.

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Top questions

Can I walk behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, or do I just view it from a distance?

Seljalandsfoss lets you walk behind the waterfall itself, though waterproof clothing is highly recommended to stay dry.

What can I see from the top of Skógafoss?

From the top of Skógafoss, you can see the waterfall from above, and on clear days you can also see Eyjafjallajökull volcano in the distance.

Is Reynisfjara Beach safe to walk on, or are there hazards I should know about?

Reynisfjara is famous for its basalt formations and sea stacks, but the waves are very dangerous—your guide will point out what to watch and where it is safe to stand.

Will I actually get to touch the glacier, or just view it from far away?

Sólheimajökull Glacier is close enough to walk to its edge and touch the ice, so it is not a distant viewing stop.

How long is the full tour, and will there be time to rest between stops?

The tour runs 10 hours total and includes transport between stops, so you have breaks in the vehicle between the waterfalls, beach and glacier.

Is this tour suitable for young children, and what support is available?

Children from age 2 are welcome on the tour; specialized infant seats are available if you are traveling with very young children.