Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon & Diamond Beach w/Boat (From BSI bus terminal)
Get a front row seat to the glacial lagoon as you sail among the gigantic icebergs and take in the power and the peace of this magnificent natural phenomenon. The lake is a result of Breiðarmerkurjökull glacier slowly retreating, leaving in its wake the lagoon and the oddly-shaped icebergs of various sizes. En route to the lagoon you will see some of Iceland’s most magnificent scenery, including the tallest mountain in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur, and the sprawling black sand desert between Skaftafell National Park and the lagoon itself.
Highlights
- Skogafoss
- Jokulsarlon
- Boat tour among the icebergs
- Seljalandsfoss
- Diamond Beach
- Vík Village
What's included
- Bus fare
- Guided tour
- Approx. 30 minutes boat tour
- Vehicle cleaned with Vectorfog - 100% Natural multi-surface disinfectant.
Overview
With its enormous and ancient icebergs breaking off from Vatnajökull glacier, this natural wonder of Iceland is a sight you absolutely cannot miss.
The lagoon produces a feeling of incredible tranquillity as the 1000-1500 year old ice silently drifts into the lake and slowly melts away. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometres (7 square miles) and reaches more than 248 metres (814 ft) at its deepest point. You may recognize the lagoon from scenes in Batman Begins, Tomb Raider and two James Bond movies.
We stop at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. Seljalandsfoss is part of the Seljandsá river, which has its origins in Eyjafjallajökull glacier. What makes Seljalandsfoss so famous and interesting is that you can walk behind it. We recommend you bring either a raincoat or a waterproof coat along if you want to walk behind it. Skógafoss, another famous Icelandic waterfall, is the starting point of the Fimmvörðuháls walk over to Þórsmörk. The waterfall was also used in the films Thor: The Dark World and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
We will also stop at Vík í Mýrdal for dinner and there you can walk to the black sand beach and see the Reynisdrangar rock formations and columnar basalt.
Where we will stop during the tour:
Skógafoss
Glacier lagoon - with a boat tour among the icebergs
Diamond beach
Vík í Mýrdal for dinner (dinner not included)
Seljalandsfoss
Plus additional comfort stops
What you will see along the way (weather permitting):
Volcanoes: Hekla, Eyjafjallajökull, Westman Islands, Katla and Öræfajökull.
Glaciers: Langjökull, Mýrdalsjökull, Vatnajökull and several glacier snouts.
Waterfalls: Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Systrafoss, Foss á Síðu and several others.
Sandy plains: Skógasandur, Sólheimasandur, Mýrdalssandur, Skeiðarársandur and Breiðamerkursandur.
Coastlines: In Vik, at jökulsá - the diamond beach and view towards south coast in several places.
Fertile farmland and mossy lava fields.
Additional Information
> Pets are not allowed on coach tours.
> Passengers with disabilities intending to travel with Reykjavik Excursions are kindly asked to contact Reykjavik Excursions with at least 24 hours notice in order for the company to be able to cater for needs, if possible.
> All Reykjavik Excursions coach tours depart from BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík. Reykjavik Excursions offers pick up at designated bus stops, and selected hotels, guesthouses and hostels at an extra cost. If you book online and you wish to be picked up for a day tour make sure you fill in the necessary information during your online checkout.
Pick up starts 30 minutes before tour departure and you are requested to be ready and visible in time at your pick up location.
If passengers miss their Reykjavik Excursions pick up they need to arrive at BSÍ Bus Terminal in time for their tour's departure at their own cost.
> Unless specifically listed, meals and refreshments are not included. During all full day excursions there is a lunch stop at a local restaurant. For the tours, you can either bring your own lunch or buy it on the way. It is not allowed to have lunch on board the coach.
> The tours vary in length but we do stop at least every 1,5 - 2 hours for a stretch and a bathroom stop.
During all full day excursions there is a lunch stop at a local restaurant. Further information and details of each tour are listed on our website and in our brochure.
> Smoking is prohibited on board Reykjavik Excursions coaches.
Know before you go
Remember to bring warm clothing and rain gear
Cancellation policy
Refundable - Please note that we charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 24 Hours or less before event
