Glaciers, Icebergs and Diamonds

From Kirkjubæjarklaustur, embark on an icy adventure. Hike to Svartifoss in Skaftafell, then witness the majestic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and its boat tour, concluding at Diamond Beach.

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Skaftafell Visitor Centre
The gateway to Vatnajökull National Park, offering information, facilities, and the starting point for numerous trails, including the popular hike to Svartifoss waterfall.
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10:00·2 hours
Svartifoss (Route S2) Hike
Hike through a scenic landscape to Svartifoss, a unique waterfall framed by dark basalt columns resembling organ pipes. The moderate 3.4-mile trail offers rewarding views.
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12:20·45 mins
Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon
A lesser-known but equally stunning glacial lagoon, offering a more intimate experience with floating icebergs calved from the Vatnajökull glacier. A peaceful stop before Jökulsárlón.
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
A breathtaking glacial lagoon filled with icebergs breaking off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. Witness the stunning blue and white ice formations drifting towards the sea.
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14:20·40 mins
Jokulsarlon Boat Tour
Experience the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon up close on a boat tour, navigating among the colossal icebergs. Arrive by 15:40 for your 16:00 departure.
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15:10·45 mins
Diamond Beach
Adjacent to Jökulsárlón, this black sand beach is adorned with glistening icebergs, washed ashore from the lagoon, resembling scattered diamonds against the dark sand.
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