--- title: Small-Group South Coast & Glacier Hike Tour from Reykjavik lang: en type: tour city: Reykjavik country: Iceland price: 180 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.76 reviews: 373 duration_minutes: 810 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 36 of 45 (South Coast Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/small-group-south-coast-glacier-hike-tour-from-reykjavik/ --- # Small-Group South Coast & Glacier Hike Tour from Reykjavik In our comparison: #36 of 45 in South Coast Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover Iceland’s breathtaking south coast on this full-day adventure from Reykjavík! Marvel at the thundering waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, take a guided glacier walk on Sólheimajökull, and explore the dramatic black sand beach of Reynisfjara, home to towering basalt sea stacks. Start your journey with a scenic drive along Iceland’s rugged coastline. We stop at Skógafoss, a stunning 60-meter waterfall, and visit Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, where powerful waves crash against volcanic black sands - home to iconic basalt sea stacks. You will gear up for an easy glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, where you’ll explore blue ice, deep crevasses, and dramatic formations. We also stop at Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the cascading water for a unique view. On the way back to Reykjavík, relax and enjoy stunning views of Iceland's iconic South Coast. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Age rule: Minimum age is 8 years old and minimum shoe size… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €180 per person - Duration: 13h 30m - Rating: 4.76/5 from 373 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Arctic Adventures - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.76 from 373 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 353 of 373. - 5 stars: 320 (86%) - 4 stars: 33 (9%) - 3 stars: 8 (2%) - 2 stars: 6 (2%) - 1 star: 6 (2%) ## What's included - Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss Waterfalls - WiFi on board - Specialized glacier gear (helmet, harness, walking ice axe, glacier crampons) - Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach - Expertly guided beginner-friendly hike on Solheimajokull Glacier - English-speaking, certified glacier guide - Convenient Reykjavík pickup and drop off ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hiking boots with ankle support ## Itinerary 1. **Reykjavik City Hall** (30m; admission included) - No car required! Start your memorable journey to the iconic south coast with convenient pickup from select stops in Reykjavik. 2. **Hvolsvollur** (20m) - We make a brief stop at the Lava Centre in Hvolsvollur where guests can use the restroom and purchase food & drinks to go 3. **Skogafoss** (45m) - Feel the power of one of Iceland’s most iconic falls as Skógafoss crashes 60 meters into a wide misty basin. Walk right up to the spray for photos, or climb the staircase beside the waterfall for sweeping views over the valley and the South Coast 4. **Reynisfjara Beach** (50m; admission included) - Step onto Iceland’s most famous black-sand beach, where basalt columns rise like a natural cathedral and the Atlantic surf roars in. You’ll see the Reynisdrangar sea stacks offshore and the striking geology that makes this coastline so dramatic - plus important safety... 5. **Solheimajokull Glacier** (4h; admission included) - Next, enjoy a truly unforgettable walk on ice with a beginner-friendly guided hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier, a stunning outlet of Mýrdalsjökull on Iceland’s South Coast. In a small group, you’ll meet your certified glacier guide at the parking lot, gear up with crampons, an... 6. **Seljalandsfoss waterfall** (30m; admission included) - A picture-perfect waterfall with a pathway that can let you view the cascade from behind for an unforgettable perspective. In winter the trail can be icy or closed, but the stop is still spectacular from the front, with dramatic cliffs, mossy rock, and constant shifting... 7. **Reykjavik City Hall** (30m) - We will make our way back to the capital where you will be dropped off at your selected pick-up point. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age is 8 years old and minimum shoe size is 35 EU - Please bring warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, packed lunch, gloves, hat and good hiking shoes - Please note that the order of the itinerary can be altered if weather conditions change - For the glacier hike: In order to safely fit our specialized glacier crampons, guests must have a shoe size between 35-50 EU - Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory for the glacier hike portion of the adventure (available to rent for a fee) - This glacier hike is rated as easy to moderate - no prior experience is required - however; guests should be prepared to hike ~6km over uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes ## Compared with other South Coast Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #36 of 45** | €180 | 13h 30m | 4.76 (373) | shared | | [Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/private-south-coast-fire-and-ice-glacier-viewpoint-lava-show/?format=md) | €2583 per group | 11h | 4.98 (453) | private | | [South Coast Sagas: Small Group Tour with Pick-up from Reykjavik](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/south-coast-sagas-small-group-tour-with-pick-up-from-reykjavik/?format=md) | €143 | 10h | 4.94 (724) | shared | | [Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfall & Black Sand Beach](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/glacier-hike-south-coast-waterfall-black-sand-beach/?format=md) | €168 | 11h | 4.93 (832) | shared | Ranked #36 of 45 in South Coast Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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