Off Road Driving Experience · Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
The essentials
Glacier Journey runs one option here: a 3h Jeep tour across the black sand beaches of Suðurfjörur, priced at 173 €. Physical level is open to everybody, so no off-road experience is required. The tour runs in Icelandic and English, departing from Hotel Smyrlabjörg, 34 km east of Jökulsárlón. Book directly with Glacier Journey and confirm your pickup point at the hotel when reserving.
The offer
Black Beach Jeep Tour in Suðurfjörur near Jökulsárlón
Frequently asked questions
How intense is the off-road driving on this tour?
The terrain covers volcanic black sand beaches along Suðurfjörur, which means uneven ground and dynamic driving conditions. The physical level is listed as open to everybody, so no prior off-road experience is needed, but expect a bumpy, active ride.
What is the most adrenaline-charged moment of the tour?
Crossing black sand stretches by Jeep near Jökulsárlón, with glacier tongues and volcanic coastline as your backdrop, is where the experience peaks. The combination of raw terrain and Iceland's scale tends to hit hardest when you're in motion.
How long does the tour last and where does it start?
The tour lasts 3 hours. The meeting point is Hotel Smyrlabjörg, located 34 km (21 miles) east of Jökulsárlón in the Hornafjörður area of southeast Iceland.
Is this tour suitable for first-timers with no off-road background?
Yes. Glacier Journey lists the physical level as “Everybody welcome”, meaning no specific fitness or driving experience is required to join.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.7 °C | 281.1 mm | Off season |
| February | -0.5 °C | 294.3 mm | Off season |
| March | -0.7 °C | 164.2 mm | Poor |
| April | 2.2 °C | 163.3 mm | Poor |
| May | 5.1 °C | 172.8 mm | Poor |
| June | 7.8 °C | 233.5 mm | Poor |
| July | 10.5 °C | 162.3 mm | Possible |
| August | 10.4 °C | 204.4 mm | Poor |
| September | 8.2 °C | 364.4 mm | Poor |
| October | 4.6 °C | 262.7 mm | Off season |
| November | 1 °C | 220.2 mm | Off season |
| December | 0.7 °C | 272.5 mm | Off season |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in waterproof and windproof layers: southeast Iceland near Jökulsárlón is cold and exposed year-round. The 3h duration and open-to-all physical level mean no specialist gear, but sturdy closed-toe shoes and a warm mid-layer are essential.
Getting there
Meet Glacier Journey at Hotel Smyrlabjörg, 34 km (21 miles) east of Jökulsárlón on the Ring Road (Route 1), reachable by car from Reykjavík in approximately 5 hours.
See also
Other activities in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Updated September 2026