
Private Hot Air Balloon Experience in South Iceland – Reserve the Entire Basket for Your Group
778.000 ISK

Easy
241.500 ISK
This private 2-day tour offers a relaxed and immersive way to experience Iceland’s South Coast and Diamond Beach without rushing through the highlights. Designed for travelers who want more time, fewer crowds, and a smoother pace, the journey allows Iceland’s landscapes to unfold naturally over two days.
Day 1: Waterfalls, Black Sand Beaches & Coastal Views
Departing from Reykjavík, you travel along the South Coast, where farmland gradually gives way to glaciers, volcanoes, and dramatic shoreline scenery. Stops include Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the waterfall, and the powerful Skógafoss.
You’ll continue to the black sands of Reynisfjara, framed by basalt columns and crashing Atlantic waves, and enjoy coastal views near Dyrhólaey (weather permitting). The day ends near Vík or further east, where you’ll stay overnight close to Diamond Beach.
Day 2: Glaciers, Lagoons & Diamond Beach
The second day focuses on Iceland’s glacial landscapes. You’ll visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs drift slowly across deep blue water, followed by nearby Diamond Beach, where crystal-clear ice rests on black volcanic sand.
If conditions allow, the journey continues through Fjaðrárgljúfur, a dramatic canyon carved by glacial meltwater over thousands of years, before returning west toward Reykjavík with optional stops along the way.
in a private vehicle with a professional driver-guide, you can adjust the pace, spend more time where you wish, and enjoy a calm, well-balanced experience. This 2-day tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Iceland’s South Coast in depth, without long single-day drives or constant time pressure.
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation or agreed location
Professional, licensed driver/guide
Passenger insurance coverage
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Flexible stops for snacks, lunch, and dinner along the route
Fuel, parking fees, and road tolls
Guests support before and during your trip
The first stop is this breathtaking waterfall, famous for the path that allows you to walk behind the cascading water for a unique perspective and unforgettable photo opportunities (weather permitting).
Just a short drive away, you’ll be awestruck by this powerful 60-meter-high waterfall. Keep an eye out for the rainbows that often form in the spray on sunny days.
We’ll visit this dramatic promontory with its massive natural stone arch. From here, you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire coastline, including the famous black sand beaches and the powerful Atlantic waves.
Explore the world-renowned black sand beach, admire the towering basalt columns, and feel the raw power of the ocean.
We start the day at the mesmerizing glacier lagoon, where enormous icebergs drift serenely from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. You'll have ample time to explore the area and can opt for a thrilling boat tour (not included).
Just across the road from the lagoon, you'll walk along the stunning black sand beach where icebergs wash ashore and glisten like diamonds in the sun.
We’ll continue our adventure with a visit to this majestic, winding canyon. You can walk along the path for spectacular views of the deep gorge and the river below.
A quick stop at the distinctive Grotagja cave, nicknamed “Yoda Cave” by locals for its unique shape, for a great photo opportunity.
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