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Stakkholtsgjá

South Coast129 km from Reykjavík

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Stakkholtsgjá is a waterfall in Iceland's South Coast.

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63.6709°N, 19.5402°W · South Coast

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Eyjafjallajökull Hikefrom 65.990 ISK · 8 h 30 minSolheimajokull Glacier Guided Hiking Small Group Tourfrom 12.299 ISK · 3 hSólheimajökull Glacier Hike and Ice Cave Explorationfrom 22.999 ISK · 4 h 30 minGlacier Explorationfrom 20.999 ISK · 5 h 30 minKayaking by the Glacier - Solheimajokullfrom 19.999 ISK · 2 h 30 minSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hGlacier Hiking Tour - Icelandic Local Guidefrom 38.900 ISK · 10 hThe Zip Line + Glacier Hike Adventurefrom 45.000 ISK · 4 hGlacier Hike & Horse Riding in South Icelandfrom 25.990 ISK · 6 h
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ToursIn season nowSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hEarly Bird Ice Cavefrom 25.000 ISK · 3 h 30 minLaugarás Lagoon Birki - Premium Lagoonfrom 9.900 ISK · 2 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Stakkholtsgjá weather and conditions

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4°Clight drizzle · feels -1°C8 m/sgusts 139 h 54 mdaylight · 08:07 – 18:00
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 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

Stakkholtsgjá — photo by Reykholt · Public domainPhoto: Reykholt · Public domain / Wikimedia Commons
Aerial of the majestic deep inspiring canyon of Stakkholtsgja near Thorsmork Iceland　有地建実有地建実
Stakkholtsgjá Canyon in South-Iceland / 4Kszczury1973

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Stigafoss10 km
  2. 2Slæðufoss10 km
  3. 3Miðfoss11 km
  4. 4Neðstifoss11 km
  5. 5Efstifoss12 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Seljavallalaug12 km
  2. 2Hot Spring Shower13 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Hvolsvöllur35 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Hvolsvöllur35 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Vík í Mýrdal39 km · 309.9 kr/L
  3. 3Vestmannaeyjar44 km · 308.7 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Krónan35 km
  2. 2Bónus44 km
  3. 3Kjörbúðin46 km
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Tours

  1. Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 hours
  2. Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörkfrom 89.990 ISK · 5 hours
  3. Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hours
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Frequently
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How do I get to Stakkholtsgjá?
Stakkholtsgjá is located in South Coast. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
Is Stakkholtsgjá free to visit?
Most Icelandic waterfalls are free to enter. Parking may cost 700–1000 ISK — use the Parka app or pay on-site.
What is the best time to visit Stakkholtsgjá?
Stakkholtsgjá is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

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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