Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon: Explore Iceland's ice wonder.
With its enormous white and blue icebergs breaking off from Vatnajökull glacier, the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is a natural wonder of Iceland, a sight you absolutely cannot miss. This scenic day tour includes a thrilling boat ride on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, the epic waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, the glittering Diamond Beach and charming Vík. Explore some of south Iceland’s most spectacular and iconic landscapes!
Expect to be wowed on this tour! You will get a front-row seat to the glacial lagoon as you sail among the gigantic icebergs and take in the power and the peace of this magnificent natural phenomenon. This easy guided tour departs from Reykjavík’s BSÍ Bus Terminal and drives south. The first stop is at the iconic Skógafoss, a dramatic waterfall and one of the biggest in the country, as it stands 82 feet high and has a drop-off of nearly 200 feet!
En route to Jökulsárlón, you will see some of Iceland’s most magnificent scenery, including the tallest mountain in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur, and the sprawling black sand desert between Skaftafell National Park. Upon reaching the majestic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, which is a result of the Breiðarmerkurjökull Glacier slowly retreating, you will explore the area and board a boat to see towering icebergs up close and personal. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometres and reaches more than 248 metres at its deepest point.
After a professional guide gives the group life jackets and provides safety information, prepare for an exciting boat ride. Sailing along the lagoon gives off a feeling of incredible tranquillity as the 1000-1500-year-old ice quietly drifts into the lagoon and slowly melts. Expect an easy, calm experience suitable for the entire family (children aged 1 and older).
Return to an icy landscape at the divine Diamond Beach, where you can see chunks of ice that sometimes wash ashore and are scattered about like giant diamonds against a backdrop of black sand. The scene is spectacular any time of year but genuinely magical when the sun shines.
On this tour we also stop at Seljalandsfoss, a beautiful waterfall with a thin stream plunging metres below and the spectacular Skógarfoss.
What makes Seljalandsfoss unique is the ability to walk behind the falls on a footpath. It’s a memorable experience, but it can get a little wet. It’s recommended to bring either a waterproof jacket along if you want to walk behind it.
Skógarfoss is one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland, with a drop of some 60 meters and a width of 25 meters.
On our way back to Reykjavík, the bus will stop at the quaint village of Vík for dinner, and afterwards, you can walk to a Black Sand Beach and see the interesting Reynisdrangar rock formations.
- Availability
- Spring, Summer & Fall
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 14.5 hours
- Minimum age
- 6
- Meeting Point
- BSÍ Bus Terminal - City center
TourID: SRE113
Activity provider: Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia
BSÍ Bus Terminal - City center
Need to know
Remember to dress according to the weather. Warm clothes, a waterproof jacket, and sturdy shoes are recommended.
We recommend bringing thermal layers, a winter hat, scarf, gloves, and warm socks for colder days.
- Flexible Cancellation
- No Booking Fees
Tour itinerary
What’s included and what to bring on this tour
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Included
- Bus fare
- Guided tour
- Approx. 30-minute boat tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
Tour highlights
Are you wondering about something?
If you're planning a trip to Iceland, it's important to be prepared with the right information. Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you plan your trip
Pets are not allowed on coach tours.
Nature is the main attraction on many of our excursions, meaning that some day tours require short to medium-long walks. If walking is required on the tour, it will be mentioned in the tour description.
We recommend that you find a tour suitable to your needs. Please read the tour descriptions for further information on each tour.
We understand that your travel plans might change. You can easily change the dates for your booked tours with only one phone call: (+354) 580 5400 by stopping by one of our sales offices, or by sending us an email to main@re.is. You will need to quote your confirmation number to change your dates and give us all the necessary information.
Please remember: Your date change must be requested at least a day before the scheduled departure.
You can book for a group of people using our online booking system. Each booking must contain at least one adult.
Reykjavik Excursions Kynnisferðir takes pride in tailor-making and organising tours for private groups, from short trips within Reykjavik to full-circle programs. Our fleet of modern coaches consists of 80 vehicles, ranging from 6 to 70 seats and 4x4 coaches suitable for crossing un-bridged glacier rivers, reaching almost any destination in the highlands. For a tailor-made tour for groups, please send us an email to main@re.is.
Icelandia operates a sales office at the BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík and a sales office at Keflavik Airport.
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