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Álftavatn

South Coast, Iceland
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Álftavatn

South Coast, Iceland

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Road · From Reykjavík to the foss
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Free
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

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Toyota RAV4
SUV

Toyota RAV4

Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelHybrid
Seats5
DriveAWD
From
8,075 kr9,500 kr/day
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VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
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Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
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Tours near Álftavatn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Ice Cave & Waterfalls
South Coast

Ice Cave & Waterfalls

Katla ice cave, South Coast waterfalls and the black sand beach in one private day.

Duration11 hours
PickupReykjavík
VehicleSuper Jeep
TypePrivate
From
349.000 kr
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

Duration14 hours
PickupReykjavík
HighlightsSouth Iceland
StopsHot springs
From
27.990 kr
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Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Photos & videos

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Nearby

Waterfalls

Ljósafoss

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

4.6 km away

Markarfljótsfoss

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

10 km away

Rauðufossar

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

19 km away

Bláfjallakvísl

A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

22 km away

Hot Springs

Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

Geothermal spot. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Respect the nature around it.

12 km away

Geothermal hot spring near Skaftárhreppur

Wild hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Check conditions before going.

14 km away

Strútslaug

Hot spring in South Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

14 km away

Hot Spring Shower

Hot spring in North Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

15 km away

Campsites

Álftavatn

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Facilities…

50 m away

Hvanngil

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check…

3 km away

Höskuldsskáli

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

9 km away

Emstrur

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

12 km away

Services

Hrauneyjar

Olís fuel station

38 km away

Vík í Mýrdal

ÓB fuel station

50 km away

Krónan

Krónan supermarket — supplies

50 km away

Hvolsvöllur

N1 fuel station

51 km away

Frequently
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Can I wild camp near Álftavatn instead?
No. Sleeping in a car, van or camper outside a designated campsite has been illegal in Iceland since 2015 — use a mapped site like this one.
Do I need to book Álftavatn in advance?
Álftavatn is first-come, first-served — no advance booking. Arrive earlier in the day during July and August, when Icelandic campsites fill up fast.
When is Álftavatn open?
Most Icelandic campsites open June through August or September. Confirm directly with Álftavatn for exact dates, especially outside peak summer.
What facilities does Álftavatn have?
Facility details for Álftavatn aren't fully documented yet — contact the site directly or check on arrival. Basic Icelandic campsites typically have at least a toilet block.
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