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Day Trips · Capital Region, Capital Region

South Iceland Coast

  • Distance220-280km round trip
  • Travel time6-8 hours drive time total (full day)
  • TransportRental car (self-drive) recommended or guided tour

Iceland's spectacular South Coast follows the ring road past the iconic Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls (you can walk behind Seljalandsfoss), the black sand beach at Reynisfjara with basalt column sea stacks, the charming fishing town of Vík, and views of Mýrdalsjökull glacier.

Practical information for South Iceland Coast
Distance 220-280km round trip
Travel time 6-8 hours drive time total (full day)
Getting there Rental car (self-drive) recommended or guided tour
Cost $50-80 car rental or $90-120 guided tour

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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Capital Region.

Highlights

  • Seljalandsfoss waterfall (walk behind it)
  • Skógafoss waterfall
  • Reynisfjara black sand beach and basalt columns
  • Vík í Mýrdal village
  • Eyjafjallajökull glacier views