Waterfalls and Volcano Superjeep Tour (South Coast)

On this luxurious tour through the rugged beauty of Iceland’s southern landscape, we will experience the majesty of waterfalls, volcanoes and the ocean. On this adventure, the massive powers of nature come together, creating an overabundance of energy.

Most of today’s waterfalls originate at Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Seljalandsfoss falls from a cliff that has a different rock composition at the foot than on the top. The lower parts of the cliff eroded and formed a natural cave. Thanks to this erosion, we can now walk behind the waterfall and view it from every angle. We may decide to leave this stop to the end of the tour, and view it at sunset, when the sun’s rays are directly on the waterfall, creating magnificent photo opportunities.

Another waterfall, did you say? The slightly wider Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s best-shaped and probably one of the most photographed waterfalls: a true symbol of the natural forces. A staircase with almost 400 stairs leads to the top of the waterfall, offering great panoramic views. Here is the southern end of the Fimmvörðuháls trail, connecting Skógar to Thórsmörk, so don’t be surprised to see hikers with huge backpacks.

Being very close to Skógafoss, Kvernufoss waterfall is not visible from the road and thus not many visit it. As we walk into the rather narrow valley, with black volcanic rocks and green moss, the tranquillity of the place makes you feel like entering the world of fantasy and fairy tales. We can walk behind the waterfall, and as you view the valley from behind the falling water, you understand why many consider this the most magical waterfall.

Thousands of years ago, when the shoreline was further inland and the ocean was deeper, Dyrhólaey used to be an island. Now it is a peninsula, easily recognisable by its iconic cliff with a natural arch. In the summer, the cliffs are full of nesting seabirds, and with a bit of luck, you may see puffins, the small, cute, colourful birds Iceland has become famous for.

At the southernmost tip of Iceland’s mainland, close to the village Vík í Mýrdal, is Reynisfjara, the iconic black sand beach. This beach is partly sand and partly pebble. The most dominant is the cliff with lava columns in pentagonal and hexagonal shapes of various heights, serving as seats or steps for portraits and selfies; and the small cave further behind the cliff. The rock formations not far from the shore, Reynisdrangar, are believed to be trolls that got caught in the sun and turned into stones.This beach and the rock are popular among filmmakers, and many movie scenes and music videos have been filmed here.

Please note: The waves at Reynisfjara are strong and unpredictable, so please follow all the safety signs onsite and instructions from the guide.