South Coast, Glacier Lagoon & Glacier Hike
A 2-Day Tour
AN overnight adventure that includes an exploration of the South Coast, a trip to stunning Jökulsárlón and ends with an exhilarating hike on Svínafellsjökull, an especially picturesque region of Vatnajökull glacier.
The wonderful South Coast and majestic Jökulsárlón, completed with a thrilling glacier hike. An overnight adventure tour that includes an exploration of the South Coast, a trip to the amazing Jökulsárlón and ends with a fascinating glacier hike on Svínafellsjökull glacier, the southwestern outlet of the Vatnajökull ice cap. Overnight at Country Hotel Gerði.
On the first day we’ll encounter lush farmlands, powerful volcanos, glaciers and majestic waterfalls before moving on to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a truly unique natural phenomenon favored by photographers and filmmakers the world over for its surreal and ever-changing beauty. We then arrive at Gerði Country Hotel, where we rest up for the night and dinner is available for purchase.
The second day starts with a trip to Svínafellsjökull glacier, for a two-hour walk through the heart of a spectacular landscape with expansive views over roughhewn mountains and iceblue glacier fields. It’s a fantastic opportunity for stunning photographs. On the way back we drop by Seljalandsfoss waterfall, one of the most iconic images of the South Coast.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off for hotels, guesthouses and bus stops
- Professional tour guide
- Glacier hike on Svínafellsjökull glacier
- Certified, experienced glacier guides
- Necessary gear like crampons, helmets and other equipment for the Glacier Hike
- Accommodation with breakfast (Gerði Country Hótel)
- Round-trip transportation
- Warm, wind and rain proof clothing (wool/fleece inner layers and waterproof outer layers)
- Comfortable shoes – hiking boots are recommended
- Hat and gloves
- Camera
If you will not be making use of the complimentary pick-up service, please check in at the Gray Line Bus Terminal in Klettagarðar 4 at least 15 minutes prior to departure.
- Difficulty:
- MODERATE
- Duration:
- 2 days and 1 hour
- Price From:
- 53.900 ISK