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Geirlandsa

South Coast, Iceland24 kmModerateGPS track
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Geirlandsa

South Coast, Iceland24 kmModerateGPS track

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At Geirlandsa in South Coast, conditions as of 20 July 2026, 15:12 (Iceland time): 18°C (feels like 15°C), partly cloudy, wind 7 m/s gusting to 12 m/s. Daylight today: 19 h 11 m (sunrise 03:43, sunset 22:54). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 20 July 2026, 15:12 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
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
Reserve −15%
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
Reserve −15%

Tours near Geirlandsa

Free cancellationSmall groups
Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience
Iceland tour

Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

Duration3 hours
HighlightsSouth Iceland
From
29.300 ISK
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Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk
Volcanoes

Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

Duration5 hours
HighlightsSouth Iceland
TypeVolcanoes
From
89.990 ISK
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Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik
Hiking

Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

Duration4 hours
HighlightsSouth Iceland
TypeHiking
From
12.220 ISK
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Waterfalls

#1.Systrafoss
650 m

Systrafoss is a waterfall in Iceland, found at Kirkjubæjarklaustur in Skaftárhreppur in…

Systrafoss
#2.Stjórnarfoss
1.2 km·~1 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

Stjórnarfoss
#3.Rauðárfoss
2.1 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

#4.Mögárfoss
6.5 km·~8 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

Mögárfoss
4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Skaftárhreppur
450 m

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Strútslaug
45 km·~54 min drive

Pool hot spring

#3.Guðlaug
49 km·~59 min drive

New seaside hot pot on Langisandur beach in Akranes. Ocean views.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra
53 km·~64 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Kirkjubær II
250 m

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

#2.Kirkjubær II, Kirkjubæjarklaustri
250 m

Kirkjubæjarklaustur is a village by highway no 1 with the population of 150 people. The…

#3.Kleifar
1.2 km·~1 min drive

The camp site Kleifar is by the road to Geirland, about 2,5 km from the town…

#4.Tjaldsvæðið Kleifar
1.3 km·~2 min drive

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

4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Gvendarkjör
50 m

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
63 km·~75 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Kjörbúðin
116 km·~139 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus
116 km·~140 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Kirkjubæjarklaustur
550 m

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Freysnes
61 km·~73 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#3.Vík í Mýrdal
62 km·~75 min drive

Orkan · 308.2 kr/L petrol

#4.Fagurhólsmýri
70 km·~83 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

#1.Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experience
3 hours

The Buggy Iceland and Mega Zipline Combo Tour offers an exhilarating adventure for thrill-seekers exploring Iceland.

from 29.300 ISKView tour →
#2.Buggy Adventure-Þórsmörk
5 hours

"Þórsmörk has a spot in every Icelander's heart.

from 89.990 ISKView tour →
#3.Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavik
4 hours

Our transfer service offers a comfortable and safe way to travel from the heart of Iceland's highlands, Landmannalaugar, to the…

from 12.220 ISKView tour →
3 tours near South Coast

Frequently
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How long is the Geirlandsa hike?
The Geirlandsa trail is about 24 km based on its recorded GPS track. Times vary with pace, weather and how much you stop — plan conservatively and turn back early if conditions change.
How do I get to the Geirlandsa trailhead?
Geirlandsa is in South Coast. Use the map on this page for the trailhead coordinates and check live road conditions before you drive — some trailheads sit on gravel or F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is Geirlandsa safe to hike alone?
Iceland trails are often unmarked and weather turns quickly. Tell someone your plan (or file one at safetravel.is), carry a charged phone and layers, check the forecast, and turn back if fog, wind or rising rivers set in. Don’t rely on phone signal.
When is the best time to hike Geirlandsa?
Most Icelandic hiking is a June–September activity, when trails are snow-free and daylight is long. Highland routes open later and close earlier; check road and trail status before committing.

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