Hiking Southern Iceland
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Small Group
Demanding
Rating
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Hiking Southern Iceland
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6 days
Small Group
Budget
Demanding
English
Experience 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.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Seljalandsfoss waterfall visit
- Hike to Skógafoss waterfall
- Hike along Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon
- Skaftafell nature reserve visit
- Múlagljúfur Canyon hike
- Glacier explorer activity with hike
- Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon hike
- Mt Laki hike
- Stop at Systrafoss, Systrastapi, and Kirkjugólf waterfalls
- Vatnajökull National Park visit with hikes to waterfalls and up volcanos
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (5 nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking.
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 Múlagljúfur Canyon
- Travel along black sand beaches and wild fjords
Trip Details
6 days
Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking.
English
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland
Budget
Active, Budget
Demanding
Itinerary
Day 1: Reykjavik/Vik/Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport the group will be scheduled for transfers 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 Skógafoss 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.
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Activity - Visit Skógafoss, 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.Activity - 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.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Geirland
Day 2: Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Hof
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Glacier Wonders is a superb glacier hiking tour from Skaftafell into the magnificent ice world of Falljökull glacier, a tongue of the mighty Vatnajökull, 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) **Please note that availability cannot be guaranteed and we recommend booking in advance**Activity - Hike along one of the trails in Skaftafell National Park. Enjoy views of the Basalt Columnar, waterfalls, and an uninterrupted view over the Skaftafellsjökull 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.Accommodation - Adventure Hotel Hof
Day 3: Hof/Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the Jökulsárlón 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 Breiðamerkurjökull glacier that float down to the coast's black sand shores. Total distance: 3km.Activity - Hike into Múlagljúfur, a beautiful canyon in southeastern Iceland. There are two waterfalls falling into the canyon called Hangandifoss and Múlafoss. 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.Accommodation - Hotel Geirland
Day 4: Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Explore Fjaðrárgljúfur 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.Activity - Hike for about an hour to Tjarnargígur 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.Accommodation - Hotel Geirland
Day 5: Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Reykjavik
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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 Eldgjá chasm, hike for a few hours near the Ófærufoss waterfall, and finish your time here with a walk up the Brennisteinsalda volcano to soak in some hot pools.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Cabin
Day 6: Reykjavik
Meals included: Breakfast
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $4639
Duration: 6 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Demanding
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.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 04 Jul 2026
Customer Reviews
09/23/2023
You have good offers but some details could be better.
09/23/2023
Our guide was very knowledgeable with Iceland and answered all our questions. Everything went smoothly.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
09/23/2023
You have good offers but some details could be better.
09/23/2023
Our guide was very knowledgeable with Iceland and answered all our questions. Everything went smoothly.
09/14/2023
quality of our guide (Krzystof Zalewski), trip destinations, quality of rooms and meals
09/14/2023
So relaxing not having to plan accommodations and ground travel. I can just arrive and immerse myself in the experience.
09/14/2023
This trip was appropriately rated (4- Demanding) and our adventure guide, Krzysztof Zalewski, was so knowledgeable about the area and so encouraging throughout the whole journey. We had a great time and felt like Krzysztof never over-hyped a view or misjudged the difficulty of any hikes we took.
09/14/2023
Well organized from the start of booking to travel interruptions to finishing the tour and coming home - still having the same positive attitude and treatment from the support team. Very accommodating and helpful!!
09/14/2023
Krzysztof could not have done a better job. He was fantastic!
09/14/2023
I've now done two G Adventures trip and both have been amazing. Both times our leader was exceptional.
09/14/2023
G Adventures met all of my expectations for this style of tour. The description was spot on.
09/14/2023
HikinG Adventures met expectations and guide was wonderful
09/14/2023
Very organized. Safe. On our tour the Guide Christoper (Ktzysztof) was brilliant.
09/14/2023
Every aspect of the trip was organized and communicated effectively
09/14/2023
The trip is well organized, great CEOs, and usually goes off the beaten track.
09/06/2023
Life changing experience. Pushed me further than I would have had I been on my own. Kacper Wilk is an amazing human being that made the trip consistently positive.
09/06/2023
It was lots of fun
09/06/2023
The hike choices were amazing- it was a great spread of some of the most popular ones on the south along with a few hidden gems that we would have missed if we had just gone ourselves
09/06/2023
Canadian based, small group size, local peopel / benefits benefit as oppsoed to multi-national chains
09/06/2023
my guide and group members
08/16/2023
It was a great small tour. The hiking was fantastic, the guide amazing and accommodation was wonderful. We were able to see so much in a small amount of time without spending too much time in a vehicle.
08/16/2023
The hiking southern Iceland was a fun filled tour from start to finish.
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