Reynisfjara is Iceland’s most famous black sand beach, with a cliff of hexagonal basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks rising from the ocean. The waves here are beautiful but dangerous – sneaker waves can reach far up the beach – so always keep a safe distance from the water.
Seljalandsfoss is a slender, 60-metre waterfall surrounded by green, mossy cliffs. A path leads behind the curtain of water, so you can see the falls from every side – bring a waterproof jacket, because you will get wet. A favourite with photographers.
Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s most powerful waterfalls, dropping 60 metres in a wide curtain. On sunny days its spray creates bright rainbows. A staircase beside the falls leads to the top, with wide views over the coast – and the start of the Fimmvörðuháls trail.
Sólheimajökull is an outlet glacier of the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, close to the Ring Road. It is known for its blue ice, crevasses and ridges – and for showing clearly how fast Iceland’s glaciers are retreating. It is a great place for glacier hiking and ice climbing.
Vík is a small village on the South Coast, surrounded by black sand beaches, green cliffs and views of the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. It is a natural stop between the waterfalls and the glaciers, with a few cafés, shops and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Practical advice from our certified guides: parking, roads and safety.
