South Coast & Northern Lights Small Group Tour from Reykjavík

This combined tour gives you the opportunity to experience Iceland’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Begin your adventure along the untouched southern coast, where you’ll encounter majestic waterfalls, striking black sand beaches, and impressive glaciers. After returning to Reykjavík, enjoy some time for dinner before rejoining us for an unforgettable northern lights chase.

Sólheimajökull

Your adventure begins with a morning pick up in Reykjavik before we travel east over the scenic Hellisheiði mountain pass. As we journey through the southern lowlands, keep an eye out for steaming geothermal fields, wide open farmlands, and herds of Icelandic horses grazing peacefully along the way.

Our first destination is Sólheimajökull, a magnificent outlet glacier that branches from Mýrdalsjökull, Iceland’s fourth largest ice cap. This impressive glacier is constantly transforming, forming deep crevasses and mesmerizing blue ice ridges. You’ll have the opportunity to walk close to the glacier, admire its immense size, and learn how it connects to the island’s powerful volcanic forces.

Reynisfjara

We continue our journey to Reynisfjara, one of the most extraordinary beaches on Earth. Here, the jet-black volcanic sands, towering basalt columns, and roaring Atlantic waves create a landscape that feels almost otherworldly. Offshore, the Reynisdrangar sea stacks rise dramatically from the ocean. In the summer months, puffins and other seabirds can often be spotted nesting on the cliffs. The waves at this beach can be unpredictable and powerful, so stay alert as you take in the raw beauty of this remarkable spot.

Vík

Next, we pause in the charming seaside village of Vík, the southernmost town in Iceland. Surrounded by mountains and ocean views, this picturesque place offers a peaceful moment to relax and enjoy the scenery.

Skógafoss

On our return journey, we stop at Skógafoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls. The powerful 65 meter (213 foot) cascade plunges down from the cliffs, filling the air with mist that often produces vibrant rainbows on sunny days. For those seeking a bit of adventure, climb the 527 steps to the viewing platform above for an unforgettable panorama of the waterfall and coastline. The climb is well worth the effort.

Seljalandsfoss

Our final stop along the south coast is Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall unlike any other. A small path behind the falls allows you to walk completely around the cascade, offering a breathtaking perspective from within. The trail can be slippery, but standing behind a curtain of rushing water is an experience you will never forget. Be sure to wear waterproof clothing as you are likely to get a little wet.

After exploring the south coast, we begin our return drive to Reykjavik, where you will be dropped off at your original pick up point. You’ll have time to enjoy dinner and explore the city before the evening portion of the tour begins.

Northern Lights

The Northern Lights experience depends entirely on weather conditions, so the exact viewing location will be decided closer to departure. The moment the sky begins to glow with shimmering colors is truly unforgettable. Shades of red, orange, rose, and violet often illuminate the night, and Iceland is one of the best places on Earth to witness this phenomenon. Make sure your camera is ready for this extraordinary display of nature.

After the light show concludes, we return to Reykjavik around midnight.

Pick Up

Pick-up is at 08:00 am from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Reykjavík. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, your patience is much appreciated.

For the Northern Lights adventure, pick-up is at either 20:30 (8:30 p.m.) or 21:30 (9:30 p.m.), depending on the season. You’ll find the actual pickup time on your final voucher. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, your patience is much appreciated.

Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’ pick-up list.

Please Note

As the success of the northern lights tour is heavily dependent on weather conditions, we reserve the right to cancel the northern lights part of the tour until 18:15 on the day of the tour if the aurora forecast is not looking good. When this happens, we can rebook you for another tour or you can be fully refunded.

If no aurora is seen, you’ll have unlimited re-tries valid for up to 3 years. That’s right, you’ll be able to re-join the chase of Northern Lights until it’s a successful one!

What to do in this case? Our Customer Care is ready to help you and book your next re-try.

Please keep in mind that refunds are not issued when a tour takes place but no Northern Lights are seen.