Top Things to do in South Region
The 10 Best Waterfalls in South Region, Iceland
Discover the best top things to do in South Region, Iceland including Haifoss, Bruarfoss Waterfall, Gljufrabui Waterfalls, Skaftarstofa, Kvernufoss, Thorufoss, Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Hjalparfoss, Gullfoss.
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1. Haifoss
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By haanahh - Prague, Czech Republic
This waterfall is majestic and a must see. It is quite difficult to reach it and you will be going on a dirt and rocky road, so 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended. If you are lucky for weather and it is sunny, it is a very spectacular view.
2. Bruarfoss Waterfall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 374 reviews
Reviewed By MildaZakarauskaite - Kaunas, Lithuania
Bruarfoss. It was third time of trying in two years to reach this waterfall.. And finally I did it and I can say that it is the most wild and the most beautiful waterfall with such blue water in Iceland and I saw everyone of them.. :) its kind of tricky to reach it because of the weather sometimes but it is so worth!!!
3. Gljufrabui Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By danielalanmartin - Barnstaple, United Kingdom
I found this waterfall by pure chance, and what I then saw was an example there still exist places on this planet that will take your breath away. I believe that the public shouldn't be allowed here because it feels magical in the sense that there is nothing like it on the planet. The masses tend to go to seljalandsfoss but they don't know what they are missing (especially since it's only a 10min walk away) all I'm gonna say is that you will need to walk inside the river up through a canyon approx 20-30mtrs before you get presented with the biggest surprise of your lives. This angelic waterfall falls from the ceiling above you. I can honestly say hand on heart, that of how you don't visit this place you're a fool. At the same time it's better for me so next time I visit, it shall remain less touched/visited by the public. Which is fine by me! If you do go you will need, waterproof footwear at least and depending on how close to the fall you wanna go, a rain jacket too. You guys can thank me later. Your welcome
4. Skaftarstofa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Tourist information center located in Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Get all the information you need about the area, check out our exhibition about moss and see a film about the Laki eruption.
Reviewed By 267peggyj - Waterlooville, United Kingdom
Very helpful staff at visitor centre- so a very good place to stop if you need a rest on Route 1. We watched a film about the Laki visiting eruption in 1482-83 and how it had really affected Iceland- it killed 20% of the population immediately- and that was 10,000 people, as population then 50,000. People also dies all over Europe immediately - about 1 million people in all! I felt bad, as we were affected as a family by the 2010 Icelandic eruption of Eyjafjallajökull. Although relatively small for volcanic eruptions, it caused enormous disruption to our family's air travel, as all flights were stopped by it, across western and northern Europe in April 2010, when our family were trying to fly back from Lisbon after an Easter holiday! People in Iceland also dies after the Laki eruption, as the acid rain and ash caused by and from the eruption, caused livestock to die after becoming emaciated due to insufficient food, because nothing could grow due to the acid rain.
5. Kvernufoss
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By 957robinh - Durham, United Kingdom
Our small group tour guide took us off the beaten track a few times during our tour of Southern Iceland, and this was a highlight of the highlights! The walk from the road can be a little tricky if you aren't steady on your feet, and one of our group opted out, probably wisely. For those who braved the 15 minutes or so walk along the path we were treated to a spectacular waterfall which you could go behind, with fabulous photo opportunities at every step along the way. The weather for us was fine and sunny, although it would be more tricky in rain or snow, and it is a little off the beaten track if there was a mishap. Very highly recommended, with those caveats in mind.
6. Thorufoss
7. Seljalandsfoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,762 reviews
Reviewed By springbank - Greve, Denmark
Incredible and spectacular waterfalls near the main road 1. Easy to get there, beautiful waterfall and the most amazing part is that you can walk right behind the waterfall. You can go around the waterfall, but be careful about slippery rocks and also be sure you're prepared. Some raincoat is an good idea, otherwise, you'll probably end up more or less wet from head to toes. The most interesting part of this waterfall is you can go behind the waterfall and see the falling water from there. If you are lucky enough, you'll get to see the rainbow. No trip along Iceland’s southern coast is complete without stopping at at least one of the stunning waterfalls that can be found right off the side of the road. Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss are two of the most popular falls in all of Iceland This gorgeous waterfall is definitely impressive.
8. Skogafoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,844 reviews
Reviewed By MikeO655 - Roanoke, United States
We echo the superlatives written about these falls in other posts. Stunning. And, if you walk up close, excitingly loud and wet. We did walk up the steep steps to the top and marveled at the views of the roaring stream feeding the falls, the lush green hills, the sheep grazing on the steep slope, and the distant views of the coast.
9. Hjalparfoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Senklip - Vernon, Canada
Come in June, when the hills are painted with lupines. They might be an endangered species, but they speak of Icelandic history and the passing of generations. Think of them as the artwork of the generation of the great Icelandic painter Kjarval, set now in the generation of Icelandic eco-consciousness. They make a tapestry set in time. We watched salmon fishermen casting under the trolls in the cliffs, which have some of the most exquisite basalt columns, right up there with Littlafoss and Svartifoss. Don't miss it. There were a lot of bugs, though. Bring a scarf you can breathe through, or a hat you can wave in front of your face. They don't bite, but there are a LOT of them in June.
10. Gullfoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12,023 reviews
Considered by many to be the country's most beautiful waterfall.
Reviewed By dr_ganlt - Subang Jaya, Malaysia
A short drive from Haukadalur Geysir is the Gullfoss mighty Golden Waterfall. This is our second stop in the 9th day (6th June, 2019) of our family free and easy tour of Iceland quote name "The Ring Road of Fire and Ice". The most beautiful waterfall in Iceland and claims to generate more water power than Nigara Fall and largest in Europe, is spectacular and majestic. Just beautiful scene and picturesque from all angles. The Gullfoss fall is from river Hvita tumbllng 32 meters in a double cascade.. great outing and worth the trip....cheers.
