Description
Summary
Description
Discover Iceland's South Coast and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon on this full-day private tour. It suits travelers who want to see as much of the region as possible in one day.
You travel in a luxury SUV or a super jeep, so you can take in the scenery along the way.
Along the South Coast, you pass through villages such as Selfoss, Vik, and Kirkjubaejarklaustur.
On the way, you see Skogafoss Waterfall, a powerful waterfall that is a favorite with photographers.
The landscape changes as you continue across the vast sand plain of Skeidararsandur, known for its occasional sandstorms. Here, Iceland's glacial rivers carry huge amounts of volcanic sand to the Atlantic Ocean, creating wide black deserts along the coast.
Your route also takes you past Oraefajokull Glacier, where Hvannadalshnukur Peak, the highest peak in Iceland, rises to 6,923 feet (2,110 meters).
The highlight of the day is Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, which keeps changing as the glacier tongue retreats. Icebergs of different shapes and sizes, in shades of blue, turquoise, and white, break off the glacier and drift in the lagoon.
You can walk along the shore and photograph the ice and its reflections.
For a closer look, you can take a cruise on an amphibious boat among the icebergs.
Nearby, you find Diamond Beach, where chunks of ice on the black sand glitter like diamonds.
Along the way, you can also explore Skaftafell Nature Reserve, walk on black sand beaches, and see glacial rivers. You also get views of Vatnajokull Glacier and Oraefajokull Glacier as you pass through small villages.
You can add extra activities to your day. From November 11 to March 31, you can explore a natural ice cave in Vatnajokull Glacier, the largest glacier in Europe. From May 15 to September 30, you can take a boat tour on the lagoon for an extra fee.
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