South Coast of Iceland - Discover Local Secrets Private Day Tour
by Southcoast Adventure · ATV & buggy · South Coast
- Beginners welcome
- Luxury
from €1,796 per vehicle
Next departure: Thu 22 Oct
1 / 12
Duration
8 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Hvolsvöllur
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Starts at
Brú Base Camp, road 249, Hvolsvöllur
Guide
Guided in English
Departs
10:00
Cancellation
Free until 2 days before
Meeting point, in Southcoast Adventure's words: Meeting point is at Brú Base, road 249. 7 minutes further than Seljalandsfoss. I you need a pick up, pleace contact us info@southadventure.is
About this experience
Discover the breathtaking natural wonders of southern Iceland on this Iceland South Coast Private Day Tour. From thundering waterfalls to black sand beaches, this adventure blends iconic highlights with local secrets. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore the region’s beauty and power in a single unforgettable day.
Waterfalls, Beaches, and Basalt CliffsBegin your journey with a visit to two of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls: Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Seljalandsfoss offers a rare chance to walk behind a waterfall curtain. Skógafoss impresses with its force and wide cascade, easily accessible from the base.
Next, stop at the iconic Reynisfjara black sand beach. Admire its dramatic basalt columns and feel the raw power of the Atlantic Ocean. This beach is one of the most photographed locations in Iceland—and for good reason.
A stop in Vík í Mýrdal lets you explore a charming coastal village. Then continue toward the arch-filled cliffs of Dyrhólaey, where puffins often nest in summer. On clear days, you can spot the icy tongue of Sólheimajökull glacier in the distance.
The Ultimate South Coast ExperienceThis Iceland South Coast Private Day Tour offers an expertly curated mix of famous sites and hidden gems. When conditions allow, we’ll also explore a hidden ice cave—an exclusive bonus included in the tour.
Whether you’re visiting Iceland for the first time or returning for more, this tour maximizes your time and experience. Enjoy personalized service, stunning scenery, and unforgettable memories on your private journey through the South.
Don’t miss your chance. Book your Iceland South Coast Private Day Tour today and explore one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines.
Tour highlights:Our special mix of popular sites and local secrets.
Join this fantastic sightseeing tour to discover some of the most beloved natural attractions found along Iceland’s picturesque south coast. This is a great opportunity for visitors to Iceland who have yet to explore this stunning region, as well as those travelers hoping to maximize their holiday time in Iceland.
The South Coast
The south coast is widely considered to be one of the most picturesque routes in the whole of Iceland, a region characterized by its rugged shorelines, distant mountainscapes, and cascading waterfalls. From your vantage point on the tour bus, you are privy to this incredible scenery, gaining a real insight into just why Iceland is so desirable as a travel destination.
Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss
You will be making a stop at two of the popular waterfalls found along the South Coast, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. These attractions are available year-round, making them a staple visit on sightseeing tours in Iceland.
Both waterfalls cascade at a whopping 65 and 60 meters respectively, Seljalandsfoss differentiates itself by being one of the only waterfalls in Iceland where it is possible to walk directly behind the water. This provides for some really fun, unique snapshots. Skógafoss is wider and more powerful than Seljalandsfoss, and guests here can walk right up to the point where the water crashes into the rock pools below.
Black sand Beach
Further along the South Coast, you will make a stop at the hauntingly beautiful black sand beach, Reynisfjara. Here, you can observe the incredible basalt stacks built into the adjacent cliff faces, and stand in awe as the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean complement this gorgeous panorama. You will also have the opportunity to explore the nearby coastal village of Vik before heading towards Dyrhólaey.
Dyrhólaey
Dyrhólaey is a small peninsula that once stood separate from mainland Iceland. Now joined by a land bridge to the rest of the country, this promenade has become famous for its nesting birdlife, a dramatic rock arch, and stunning views. From here, you will likely be able to see the outlet glacier, Sólheimajökull, glistening in the distance.
We also visit and closely observe a secret ice cave when the conditions allow- this is included in the price.
Don’t delay any further. Join this fantastic sightseeing tour today and you too can experience the many beautiful attractions found along Iceland’s South Coast. Check availability by choosing a date.
Description from the operator, Southcoast Adventure. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- The south coast - Experience local secrets
Included
- English speaking guide
Not included
Good to know
- Warm outdoor clothing
- waterproofed jacket and pants
- head-wear
- gloves
- appropriate hiking boots/shoes
- some snacks
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 2 days before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is storm-force wind — rain and mud do not cancel it. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Southcoast Adventure decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 2 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
Southcoast Adventure is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Southcoast Adventure
Read all 300 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.7/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
The super jeep tour in Thorsmörck delivered exactly what was promised and was worth every penny. Our guide, Jakob, was fantastic—super nice, easy to talk to, and he made the hours pass by so quickly. The lunch provided was also delicious. Thank you for a memorable day!
★★★★★ · 5 months ago
We did the 5hr buggy buggy tour today, by far the best day in Iceland so far. Alejandro was an absolute amazing guide, seen waterfalls, caves, and a glacier that we would have never seen otherwise. Alejandro also took us on an incredible hike to one of the falls. He’s knowledge of the area was superb. Highly recommended over all the other tours.
★★★★★ · 4 months ago
Absolute number 1 excursion we have ever done! Our Eyjafjallajökull Snowmobiling Tour with Southcoast Adventures was an absolute highlight of our trip to Iceland—and we travel a lot! We spent about 2 hours on the snowmobiles and covered a huge portion of the glacier. Riding all the way to the top to experience the intense wind and the breathtaking views was unforgettable. Our guides, Ale and Martin, were phenomenal. Ale was incredibly patient and helpful while teaching us how to operate the machines. Even when we managed to tip our snowmobile over, they handled it perfectly. Their attitudes throughout the entire tour were tremendous. This truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime outing. I cannot recommend this adventure and this team highly enough!
★★★★★ · 4 months ago
We’ve been coming to Iceland for years, and this was hands down the best experience/tour we’ve ever done here. Our snowmobiling tour with Magnús and Steinar was incredible from start to finish. They were fun, kind, knowledgeable, and clearly true experts at what they do. This was our first time snowmobiling, and they made us feel completely comfortable while still making the whole experience exciting and memorable. The location was awesome, the views were breathtaking, and we were lucky to have great weather. But what really made the tour special was Magnús and Steinar. We had so much actual time on the snowmobiles, learned a lot about Iceland, and genuinely enjoyed the conversations along the way. You can tell when guides love what they do and care about giving people a great experience. This was our first snowmobiling tour, but it definitely will not be our last. Huge thank you to Magnús and Steinar!!!
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
Read before you book
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Reviews from our travellers
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Reviews arrive the day after each trip — none yet for this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.
ATV & buggy — questions people ask
Where can you ride ATVs in Iceland?
In two very different places on this site. Near Reykjavík, the Hafnarfjörður lava fields, twenty minutes from town, host the ATV combos with caving, horses and whale watching (/experience/292/, /experience/1603/). In the Westfjords, Activity Tours runs one-hour and three-hour rides from Drangsnes and Djúpavík on the Strandir coast (/experience/1176229/, /experience/1167831/), with fjord views and almost no other traffic. The Westfjords rides are better; Reykjavík is easier to reach.
Do I need a driving licence to ride an ATV in Iceland?
Yes, a full valid car licence to drive one. Passengers ride behind the driver and do not need a licence, but minimum ages apply for both; check the tour page. Bring the physical licence card. Standard pricing puts two people on one ATV, with a single-rider supplement if you want your own. Buggies (/experience/7689/) are side-by-side and more car-like, if you are unsure about balancing an ATV.
What do I wear for an ATV tour?
Old clothes and closed shoes. The operator gives you a helmet, overalls, gloves and often a balaclava, because Icelandic tracks are mud in summer and slush in winter and you will get sprayed. Wear warm layers underneath; you are sitting still in the wind. Sunglasses or goggles help with grit. Leave anything white at the hotel. A shower afterwards is not optional.
Is ATV riding in Iceland dangerous?
It carries real risk, which is why the licence rules exist. You ride in a line behind a guide at a set pace on marked tracks, so the danger is mostly in overconfidence on loose gravel or steep sections. Follow the guide's speed and keep your feet on the footrests. Travel insurance that covers motorised activities is worth checking before you book; some standard policies exclude ATVs.
Hotels
Where to stay for this tour
From the cheapest to the top end of what is near Hella & Hvolsvöllur, from our hotel partners. Rooms are booked on our hotels site.
from 19.436 kr.Lowest price
Hotel · Hella
Hotel Kanslarinn
6 km away · a night for two, indicative
from 31.860 kr.Mid-range
Hostel · Hvolsvöllur
Midgard Base Camp
6 km away · a night for two, indicative
from 44.400 kr.Top end
Cottage · Hvolsvollur
Seljalandsfoss Horizons
6 km away · a night for two, indicative
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