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title: South Coast Waterfall, Black Beach, Glacier Adventure Small Group
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 135
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.93
reviews: 595
duration_minutes: 600
duration_max_minutes: 780
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 5 of 45 (South Coast Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/south-coast-waterfall-black-beach-glacier-adventure-small-group/
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# South Coast Waterfall, Black Beach, Glacier Adventure Small Group

In our comparison: #5 of 45 in South Coast Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore the beautiful south coast of Iceland on this unique day tour. Visit the amazing waterfalls in the area, get close to Solheimajokull Glacier, and walk on the magic Black Beach of Reynisfjara.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €135 per person
- Duration: 10h–13h
- Rating: 4.93/5 from 595 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Nicetravel ehf
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.93 from 595 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 590 of 595.

- 5 stars: 562 (94%)
- 4 stars: 28 (5%)
- 3 stars: 2 (0%)
- 2 stars: 2 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (0%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast w/out Glacier Hike | €135 / person | English | Pickup included |
| South Coast with Glacier Hike | €135 / person | English | Glacier Hike: Enjoy an adventure on the Glacier Solheimajokull under care of our Glacier Guide(Duration 3 hours). Safety equipment included Pickup included |

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- 1.5-hour glacier hike (if Glacier Hike option is selected)
- All safety equipment
- Transport for the whole tour in a minibus
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide (guide will be with the group during all stops)

## Not included

- Food and drinks

## Itinerary

1. **Hveragerdi** (pass by, no stop) - A town famous for the greenhouses and the “Hot River” of Reykjadalur, sitting in a rift valley between the two continental plates of Eurasia and America.
2. **Selfoss** (pass by, no stop) - is the largest town in South Iceland
3. **Hella** (pass by, no stop) - The name of the town comes from caves near the river.
4. **Once you reach the town ,you are getting closer to your adventure** (pass by, no stop)
5. **Seljalandsfoss waterfall** (30m) - You’ll be able to experience this waterfall right up close as it crashes off the side of the Eyjafjallajokull volcano from a height of 60 meters. During summer months you will be able to walk behind the waterfall.
6. **Gljufrabui Waterfalls** (30m) - A hidden waterfall,which most visitors miss. We’ll tell you where to find it!
7. **Volcano Eyjafjallajokull** (pass by, no stop) - Remember to ask your guide all about the colossal eruption here back in 2010, which made Iceland famous all around the world!
8. **Skogafoss** (30m) - is one of the most iconic waterfalls in the world, and even featured in “Game of Thrones”. Because of its south-facing position, it is often covered in rainbows as the 60-meter cascade of water produces a lot of spray! Skogafoss is one of the most popular sights in the...
9. **Solheimajokull Glacier** (1h) - Solheimajokull is part of one of the largest glaciers in the country, Myrdalsjokull. In the summer months (April to October), you can book an optional extra on this tour to take a glacier hike, with a guide and all the necessary safety equipment provided.
10. **Dyrholaey** (pass by, no stop) - The stone sea arches of Dyrholaey can also be seen in the distance from Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
11. **Reynisfjara Beach** (30m) - It is now time to visit the world-famous black sand beach at Reynisfjara, where beautifully-shaped basalt columns hug the cliffs, volcanic sands are pounded by powerful Atlantic waves and the starkly shaped sea stacks of the Reynisdrangar tower just offshore.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- 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

- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Items you will need to bring include: warm, wind and waterproof clothes, camera, and good hiking shoes (necessary for the Glacier Hike)
- If you do not have appropriate footwear, a rental pair will be available
- Minimum age is 10 years
- The glacier hike may be cancelled due to weather or safety reasons. In that case, other activities will be substituted when possible. Otherwise, a partial refund will be given

## Compared with other South Coast Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 45** | €135 | 10h–13h | 4.93 (595) | 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 #5 of 45 in South Coast Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €92 to €2520, median €213; typical length 11h. 8 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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