Glacier Lagoon & South Coast Tour from Reykjavík
- 📍 Reykjavík
- ⏱ 14 h
- 👥 up to 15 guests
- Available
Day tour from Reykjavík to the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with a boat ride between icebergs, Diamond Beach and the South Coast. Book online.
Key conditions
- Type
- Group trip: it may be shared with other travellers
- Price
- Per person
- Group size
- Up to 15 guests
- Duration and times
- 14 h · 07:00
- Food and drink
- Only what the “Included” list says; other items are agreed with the operator after booking
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before departure
- Bad weather
- The skipper decides for safety; if the trip is cancelled you can choose another date or a refund
- Minimum age
- 6 years
Overview
Join us on a glacial mission and sail in between the icebergs on our Glacier Lagoon tour, which includes a boat ride.
This 14-hour tour takes you straight from the capital to Iceland’s icy treasure and lets you explore the ever-changing glacial landscape, colours and forms. The Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón leaves no one untouched with its stunning beauty, and the exploration by boat in between the icebergs truly adds to the experience. Part of the glacial wonders, and not to be missed, is the black volcanic, ice-speckled Diamond Beach. You will also visit the nearby Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon (if time allows) and the hidden gem Stjórnarfoss waterfall.
The scenic landscape along the South Coast calls for a couple of mandatory stops. We’ll enjoy optional dinner and beach time at Vík Village, where the Reynisdrangar sea stacks and petrified trolls run the scene. The Seljalandsfoss waterfall welcomes us with its mighty drop and fresh water, and a quick adventure behind the falls when conditions are good, before we head back to civilisation.
Good to know
- Guided day tour by road from Reykjavík, about 14 hours, with a boat ride on the glacier lagoon.
- Meeting point: Bus Stop #12 (opposite Storm Hotel), Reykjavík.
- Ages: adults 16+, youth 12–15, children 6–11 (each with its own price).
What is included
- Professional guide
- Free WiFi
Not included
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
What to bring
- Warm, water- and windproof clothing is always useful in Iceland.
- Your booking confirmation is electronic, so there is no need to print it out.
Departure times
- 07:00
Meeting point
Google Maps ↗Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 h before departure
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip private? Is the price per person or per boat?
The price is per person. It is a group trip: other travellers may be on board unless the page says otherwise.
What is included in the price?
What the “Included” list of the trip says. What is not on that list is not included, and the “Not included” list shows the usual extras (fees, tips…). The price you see in the last step is the price you pay, with the taxes that apply unless the page says otherwise. If you need something that is not listed, it can be agreed with the operator after you book.
Which boat will we use? Can it change?
The photos show the type of experience and may be of the usual boat or of a similar one. We do not guarantee a specific model, layout or facility (indoor seating, cabin, bathroom, shade…) unless the page states it. If the planned boat is not available (breakdown, maintenance), the operator may offer a comparable boat, with similar capacity and category and the essential services you booked. If the change is significant, you will be told and can choose, under the cancellation terms and your legal rights, another date, another solution or a refund.
Where do we go? Is the route fixed?
The usual route and highlights are in the description of each trip. The final route depends on the skipper, the weather and the state of the sea, and times may vary. Wildlife sightings or other natural events are not guaranteed unless the page says so.
Where do we meet? Is there hotel pickup?
Hotel pickup is optional: you can choose your hotel when you book, or go to the meeting point described in the “Meeting point” section.
When is my booking confirmed? Is the date I see guaranteed?
Your booking is confirmed when the payment is accepted and you receive the confirmation email with your reference. Availability is shown in real time, but a date that appears as available is not held for you until you complete the payment. Some experiences are sold through several channels at once and share the operator’s calendar.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The skipper or operator decides whether it is safe to sail, and that decision is final. If a trip is postponed, changed or cancelled because of weather, sea state or safety, you can choose another date or a full refund of the cancelled trip, even on non-refundable trips. The deciding factor is the safety of the navigation, not simply that it is cloudy or rainy. We recommend checking the forecast 48–72 hours before and writing to us if you have doubts.
What if the boat breaks down or the operator cannot run the trip?
If the trip cannot be run as booked, the operator will propose a comparable boat or another date; if neither suits you, you can choose a refund of the cancelled trip. Write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference and we will coordinate it with the operator. This does not limit your legal rights as a consumer.
Can I cancel and get a refund?
Yes: free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, with a full refund. After that, or if you do not show up, the amount is not refunded. To cancel or change, write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference before the deadline.
How do I pay? Is there a deposit?
You pay the full amount by card when you book, through a secure payment provider: we never see your card number. The price you see in the last step is the price you pay. There is no option to pay only a deposit online.
Who runs the trip? What is your role?
Sailing Beyond Limits, S.L. sells and manages the booking as a travel agency. The trip itself is run by the owner or local operator of that boat, an independent company. The service contract is formed between you and that operator, through us. For any change, question or incident, write to booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your reference and we will coordinate it with the operator.
What if what I receive is different from what was advertised?
Tell us as soon as you can at booking@sailingbeyondlimits.com with your booking reference and, if you can, photos: we will ask the operator for a solution (a suitable replacement, a refund or another remedy that applies). Nothing in our conditions limits your legal rights as a consumer.
