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Gullfoss

West Iceland134 km from Reykjavík

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Gullfoss is a waterfall on the Fagridalsá river in West Iceland.

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65.3499°N, 22.0842°W · West Iceland

Tours that include Gullfoss

Golden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minGolden Circle and Secret Lagoon Full Day Tour from Reykjavik by Minibusfrom 18.990 ISK · 9 hGolden Circle & Kerið from Reykjavík in minibusfrom 16.800 ISK · 7 h 30 minFrom Reykjavik Port: Small Group Golden Circle Tourfrom 24.900 ISK · 8 hGolden Circle & Cavingfrom 25.990 ISK · 10 hGolden Circle, Fridheimar & Sky Lagoon Small-Group Saman Pass Tourfrom 28.590 ISK · 11 hGolden Circle Afternoon Tourfrom 10.990 ISK · 8 h 30 minGolden Circle with Kerid Crater Minibus tourfrom 14.890 ISK · 8 hGolden Circle & Lava Tunnel - Combo Dealfrom 25.999 ISK · 9 h 30 min
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ToursIn season nowInto The Glacier - From Húsafellfrom 27.900 ISK · 4 hSnowmobile on Langjökull Glacier - Meet us in Husafellfrom 33.490 ISK · 2 hGolden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Gullfoss weather and conditions

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1°Covercast · feels -4°C4 m/sgusts 79 h 50 mdaylight · 08:19 – 18:09
In season now · Winter in IcelandInto The Glacier - From Húsafellfrom 27.900 ISK · 4 h
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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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 −12%

Photos & videos

GULLFOSS WATERFALL - ICELAND 4KJacek Zarzycki
GULLFOSS WATERFALL ICELAND 🇮🇸❄️🧊Ronald Rodriguez
Iceland's Gulfoss – the 'Golden Falls'DW Travel
GULLFOSS WATERFALL IN SOUTH ICELANDMonira's Vlog UK
The Fascinating Geology of Iceland's Spectacular Gullfoss WaterfallShawn Willsey: Geology Explained
Iceland Gullfoss Waterfall – Iceland's Powerful Waterfall from Above - 4KWilderland Planet

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Arnarfoss8 km
  2. 2Heyárfoss14 km
  3. 3Grundarfoss14 km
  4. 4Drifandagil Waterfall17 km
  5. 5Ólafsdalsfossar17 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Einireykir12 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Reykhólahreppur12 km
  3. 3Gvendarlaug15 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Reykhólar13 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Bjarkalundur23 km · 310.9 kr/L
  3. 3Búðardalur31 km · 310.9 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krambúð31 km
  2. 2Bónus43 km
  3. 3Kaupfélag Steingrímsfjarðar48 km
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Tours

  1. Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountainfrom 17.656 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
  2. From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tourfrom 269.900 ISK · 8 hours
  3. Grundarfjörður Cruise Tour: Snæfellsnes Peninsula from the portfrom 24.500 ISK · 5 hours 30 minutes
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Frequently
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questions

Is Gullfoss free to visit?
Yes! Both parking and viewing are completely free.
How far is Gullfoss from Reykjavík?
About 1.5 hours (120 km). Usually combined with Þingvellir and Geysir on the Golden Circle.
Can you swim at Gullfoss?
No. Way too powerful and cold. The viewing platforms keep you at a safe distance.
Why is it called Golden Falls?
On sunny days, the mist creates golden rainbows. Some say it's the golden-brown color of the glacial water.
Is Gullfoss crowded?
Peak summer, yes. Come early (before 10am) or late (after 5pm) for fewer crowds.

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Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams