Day Trips from Reykjavik to Skaftafell National Park

Discover southern Iceland and take a cruise on the ice-strewn Jokulsarlon Lagoon on this scenic day trip from Reykjavik. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, trace Iceland’s spectacular south coast, a canvas of towering mountains, waterfalls, and glacial rivers. Visit the Skogafoss waterfall, view the ice-covered peaks of Skaftafell, and learn about the area's geology and then go behind the cascading water at Seljalandfoss waterfall.

Take in the incredible natural scenery at Jökulsárlón, Europe's largest glacial lake, on this 14-hour private eco-tour from Reykjavik. With your guide, pass Skaftafell National Park, then visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Þorvaldseyri Volcano Museum. Once at Jökulsárlón, watch huge icebergs calve off Vatnajokull and opt to book a boat ride on the lake. During the return trip to Reykjavik, visit Skógafoss waterfall and the black sand beach of Reynisfjara. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour that includes round-trip transportation from Reykjavik.

Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon is one of those places that you can not miss on a trip to Iceland and this private tour is the best way to enjoy that long day with the people you are traveling with. We will stop at some epic locations on the way and depending on time we might even add some places that are not listed in the tour information and few people know about. Book your private tour with us as soon as possible!

Make the most of your time in Iceland with a full-day, private 4x4 tour that explores the best of the South Coast’s stunning natural landscapes and scenery. Slip behind a powerful glacial waterfall where Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss tumble from a high cliff, then continue through an otherworldly rock desert to the ocean. Walk black sand beaches pounded by North Atlantic waves and wind, visit the volcanic park that shelters Iceland’s highest peak and see a glacial lagoon dotted with blue icebergs before returning to Reykjavík.

Located on the border of the Vatnajökull National Park, the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon ranks among southern Iceland’s most impressive natural features. During this private tour, reach the remote lagoon with ease—with pickup and drop-off at your Reykjavik hotel included. Visit nearby sites of interest such as Skógarfoss waterfall, and stop to admire the scenery at southern Iceland’s black-sand beaches and glacial riverbanks.

Go and visit the South Coast and see some waterfalls, a few glaciers, the black sand beach, The largest glacier in Europe, the famous Diamond beach and Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon. Its a long day but it wont be boring!

Throughout this tour, your guide will also be your photographer. Meaning that they will take photos of you during all of these experiences. After the tour is over, we will edit and send them to you for you to keep as a memory of your epic adventure!

Our Glacier Lagoon - Jökulsárlón private tour allows you to experience the magnificent south coast of Iceland in a private vehicle with your own driver-guide. The tour starts with a pickup at your accommodation in the greater metropolitan area of Reykjavik. From there we head east towards the southern coastline which is renowned for various nature attractions and interesting exhibits. Charming villages, magnificent waterfalls, Skaftafell National Park and the renowned Glacier Lagoon await you!

Diamond Beach and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon are spectacular places. You will visit both on this private tour. Skaftafell National Park and the picturesque Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon are also among places visited during this tour. This day tour offers visits to some of the most spectacular places in Iceland with a little bit of hiking involved. Accompanied with a professional local guide in a comfortable vehicle this tour will be something to remember.