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Hiking Southern Iceland
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Length
6 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Reykjavik (Iceland)
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Ends in
Reykjavik (Iceland)
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Available Tour Start Dates
AUG 29, 2026 to SEP 21, 2028
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Activity Level
Challenging
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Active
Hiking, trekking, biking, rafting, and kayaking adventures all over the world, made for outdoor types., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$2,799.00
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Overview
Iceland may appear small on the map, but in person its enormous and cinematic landscapes barely feel like Earth at all. Get outdoors and into the action on this six-day active adventure through some of the most epic scenery in the entire country. Hike to the bases of pounding waterfalls, breathtaking in their strength. Travel through landscapes filled with towering peaks, massive glaciers, sprawling icefields, black sand beaches, and wild fjords. Set off on some of the best hikes in the region through spots like Mulagljufur Canyon, the Skaftafell Glacier, Mt. Laki, and Brennisteinsalda volcano where you can bathe in a natural hot pool. Start and finish the trip in weirdly wonderful Reykjavik and discover how the people lucky enough to call this place home live full-time.
Visited During Tour
Hof (Iceland) | Kirkjubaejarklaustur (Iceland) | Reykjavik (Iceland)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Hiking Southern Iceland tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code ELSH-11984
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1Reykjavik/Vik/Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Arrival Day.Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport. please make your way to Hotel Cabin where breakfast will be available. From there, travel to Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall situated on the South Coast of Iceland close to the Ring Road for a quick look. From here set out on an introductory hike up Skogafoss waterfall. Soak in the impressive landscape and towering falls as you become acquainted with some of Iceland's unique environments. Finish the day at the hotel in Kirkjubaejarklaustur where you will enjoy an included dinner.
Please ensure that you flights arrive by 7:00AM at the latest.Upon arrival please transfer to Hotel Cabin where breakfast is available. The group will leave from the meeting point at the hotel at 9:30AM. You will be able to store your luggage at this property.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Skógafoss Waterfall Visit & Hike
Visit Skogafoss, one of the largest and most recognizable waterfalls in Iceland. The 60m (200 ft) high falls forms a constant mist that floats in the air. If viewed in the sunlight, the mist can create rainbows. The sound and view of the thundering water cutting through the green hills make the falls a must-see on any trip to Iceland. Set off on the moderately challenging hike to become acquainted with the magical landscape here.
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit
Seljalandsfoss is a 60m (196 ft) tall waterfall located along the popular ring road. Behind the flow of water is a path, allowing visitors to peek behind the curtain of water cascading over the rocks above.
Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Hotel Geirland -
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2Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Hof
After breakfast the group will transfer to Skaftafell, a nature reserve located in Vatnajokull National Park home to waterfalls, glacier lagoons, and black sand beaches. Hike to the largest glacier in Europe in the morning and then have lunch. In the afternoon hike from Skaftafell Visitor Centre to the picturesque Svartifoss waterfall, known as Black Falls for its basaltic rock in its background. Later, hike Skaftafell's most astounding viewpoint at Sjonarnipa. Arrive to the hotel in Hof in the late afternoon in time for dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Skaftafell National Park Glacier Hike
Glacier Wonders is a superb glacier hiking tour from Skaftafell into the magnificent ice world of Falljokull glacier, a tongue of the mighty Vatnajokull, the largest glacier in Europe. Your certified glacier guide will show you astonishing crevasses which wind through the ice and incredible glistening ice formations. During this tour, you will learn how a living glacier moves and why this magical ice kingdom is constantly changing. Total distance: 6km. WHAT TO BRING -Warm outdoor clothing -Waterproof jacket & pants -Headwear -Gloves -Good hiking boots are essential (rental boots available ISK 1000 extra)
Skaftafell National Park Hike
Hike along one of the trails in Skaftafell National Park. Enjoy views of the Basalt Columnar, waterfalls, and an uninterrupted view over the Skaftafellsjokull glacier tongue as it spills out into the valley. Check out the ice streaked black with ash, and search for lagoons in the distance before the return hike.
Accommodations: Adventure Hotel Hof -
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3Hof/Kirkjubaejarklaustur
This morning visit Jokulsarlon, a glacial lagoon bordering Vatnajokull National Park in southeastern Iceland. Embark on a one hour hike through the iridescent chunks of ice on the black sand of Diamond Beach. Then, transfer to the Mulagljufur Canyon for a 5km hike. This hidden gem in southern Iceland looks like it belongs in a fairytale. Think green mossy cliffs, birds flying through the mist, and a canyon so deep that it's hardly crazy to imagine a dragon lurking behind a waterfall cascading straight from a mountain. Afterwards, continue to the hotel in Kirkjubaejarklaustur for the night.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Visit
Visit the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon with views of the ice cap. The lake is the lowest point in the country and filled with icebergs drifting towards the sea, often with seals lounging on top. The blocks of ice coming off the glacier are typically 30m high, in dramatic shades of white and bright blue. Stop by Diamond Beach, which gets its name from chunks of the Breidamerkurjokull glacier that float down to the coast's black sand shores. Total distance: 3km.
Múlagljúfur Canyon Hike
Hike into Mulagljufur, a beautiful canyon in southeastern Iceland. There are two waterfalls falling into the canyon called Hangandifoss and Mulafoss. Walk up a mist shrouded hill with green stretching for miles, feel the mist from the waterfalls plunging off the mountain, and enjoy the spectacular wildness of Iceland.
Accommodations: Hotel Geirland -
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4Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Start your morning off with a short one-hour hike through Fjadrargljufur Canyon. The canyon is up to 100m deep and 2km long. You will walk deeper into the canyon with the river Fjadra running alongside you. From there the group will travel to the base of Mt. Laki and hike this magnificent mountain that was the sight of one of the greatest volcanic eruptions of all time. Then, visit a few more of Icelands famous sites and waterfalls like, Systrafoss, Systrastapi, and Kirkjugolf, before returning to Kirkjubaejarklaustur for the night.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon Hike
Explore Fjadrargljufur Canyon which sits at about 2km long and 100 meters deep. It's known for its sheer, turning, and twisting walls, full of strangely shaped salients and bumps covered in moss and green grass. The deeper you go into the canyon the more you'll see of the lazy river that serpentines out to sea.
Hiking Mt. Laki
Hike for about an hour to Tjarnargigur Crater. This spot is common for adventurous travellers. The craters resulted from the 1783 eruption. It was the most devastating eruption in world history. And although, Laki is dormant today it left the craters behind as a a sign of its destructive power.
Accommodations: Hotel Geirland -
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5Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Reykjavik
Continue further into Vatnajokull National Park as the group travels to the Eldgja chasm in the western part of the park. Spend close to two hours exploring and hiking near the Ofaerufoss waterfall. Next up is a hike up Brennisteinsalda for a two and a half hour walk, ending with a soak in some hot pools. Travel to Reykjavik where you'll spend the night.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Vatnajokull National Park Visit
Vatnajokull National Park spans along the eastern and southeastern part of Iceland and is Europe's second largest national park. Experience varied landscapes from geothermal features to glaciers and mountains. While in the park visit the Eldgja chasm, hike for a few hours near the Ofaerufoss waterfall, and finish your time here with a walk up the Brennisteinsalda volcano to soak in some hot pools.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Hotel Cabin -
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6Reykjavik
Depart after breakfast.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Hiking Southern Iceland tour:
Hof
Adventure Hotel Hof
Location
Hof 1
Hof, Iceland-785
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Hotel Geirland
Location
Geirlandsvegur
Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Iceland-880
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Reykjavik
Hotel Cabin
Location
Borgartún 32
Reykjavik, Iceland-105
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Hiking Southern Iceland tour:
Group Size
Max 16, avg 12.
What is the role of the group leader during this trip?
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, known as a CEO (Chief Experience Officer). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Seljalandsfoss waterfall visit. Hike to Skogafoss waterfall. Hike along Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon. Skaftafell nature reserve visit. Mulagljufur Canyon hike. Glacier explorer activity with hike. Fjadrargljufur Canyon hike. Mt Laki hike. Stop at Systrafoss, Systrastapi, and Kirkjugolf waterfalls. Vatnajokull National Park visit with hikes to waterfalls and up volcanos. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Highlights
Walk to spectacular waterfalls and along a massive glacier, Hike up a volcano and soak in a natural hot pool, Trek through the stunning Mulagljufur Canyon, Travel along black sand beaches and wild fjords
Accommodation Summary
Hotels (5 nts).
Meals Included
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Transportation
Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
How should I dress to respect local customs during the tour?
Weather can change dramatically, even in the summer months. It is best to layer clothing to ensure you are prepared for any extremes.
Checklist
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Hiking/Trekking:o Gloveso Hato Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoeso Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)o Snacks (Protein bars, chocolate, dried fruits, candies, energy sweets)o Socks (Trekking socks - woollen or synthetic, not cotton)o Thermal base layer (Woollen or synthetic, not cotton)o Walking poles (Highly recommended)Note: The landscape of Iceland is unique and unlike most things you've seen. So is the weather. It is unpredictable and changeable, so be prepared to experience a variety of conditions during your time in Iceland. It's not uncommon to experience rain, sun wind and snow all in the same visit, so please pack accordingly. An Icelandic summer is also not what most people consider as summer temperature and in the highlands it can get quite cold. Layering is key.We also recommend packing hiking poles or a single walking stick for added support while hiking on changing terrain. Please be aware that you will have an option to rent hiking poles during your trip should you choose not to pack your own.
Packing Note
The landscape of Iceland is unique and unlike most things you've seen. So is the weather. It is unpredictable and changeable, so be prepared to experience a variety of conditions during your time in Iceland. It's not uncommon to experience rain, sun wind and snow all in the same visit, so please pack accordingly. An Icelandic summer is also not what most people consider as summer temperature and in the highlands it can get quite cold. Layering is key.We also recommend packing hiking poles or a single walking stick for added support while hiking on changing terrain. Please be aware that you will have an option to rent hiking poles during your trip should you choose not to pack your own.
What are the packing guidelines and luggage restrictions?
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)Dressing in layers is recommended as weather can change dramatically, without notice.
Service Level
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
What are the tipping guidelines for this trip?
Tipping in Iceland is not customary. In many cases, a service charge is added to the bill which means that it is not necessary to add a tip. If you wish to express your satisfaction with the service in a bar or restaurant, then a gratuity of 10% or to round up the amount of the bill is perfectly acceptable.Tipping during the tour program is similarly not expected, but it can be a way to express satisfaction with the persons who have assisted on your tour. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from the equivalent of $6-8 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture. At the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline €30-40 per person, per week can be used.
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