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South Iceland

The South Coast

Follow the waterfalls and black-sand coast from Reykjavík to Vík.

  • 1 full day · one way
  • Reykjavík to Vík
Open in the plannerGuide at Visit South Iceland

Finishes in Vík. Allow extra time if you plan to return to Reykjavík the same day.

The stops

  1. ReykjavíkStart · Capital region
  2. SeljalandsfossNature · 45 min visit

    See a slender waterfall drop from the cliffs. When the path is open, a loop leads behind the falling water.

  3. SkógafossNature · 50 min visit

    Stand before a broad waterfall below the old coastal cliffs, then climb the stairs for a different view if conditions allow.

  4. ReynisfjaraNature · 40 min visit

    See the black sand, basalt columns and offshore sea stacks. Stay well back from the water and follow the beach warning lights.

  5. VíkFinish · South Iceland

Durations are planning suggestions. Driving times depend on the season and road conditions; the planner calculates the drive for your version of the route.

Places on this route

NatureSeljalandsfoss45 min visitNatureSkógafoss50 min visitNatureReynisfjara40 min visit

More day trips

1 full dayThe Golden CircleWalk between the plates, watch a geyser, and return past a volcanic crater.1 full dayThe Silver CircleA country loop through hot springs, saga history, and lava waterfalls.1 full day · one wayThe Tröllaskagi CoastFishing towns, mountain tunnels, and a seaside pool on the northern coast.