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Nov 13, 2024
This is very dangerous beach. Cave and and cliffs are very beautiful. There was very windy but amazing. Views are incredible! Full review by ma_gosias770
Nov 13, 2024
The black sand beach and it's basalt columns and cave are a must see when around Vik. You can get directly on the sand and very up close. Just be aware of the sneaker waves and pay attention to the w… Full review by Karim M
Oct 14, 2024
The stone columns ; powerful waves hitting the black lava sand - just surreal. Simply breathtaking. It’s so majestic how the ocean waves so powerful and how the wind can curve the stones of the mo… Full review by TravelingwithRosie
We are hoping to visit the black sand beach on our visit in November. We are renting a car and will be driving from Reykjavik. Does anyone know how long it takes to get there from the main city? Also, while in that area, are there any must do things/attratctions? Thank you.
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Yes, it is 2-1/2 to 3 hrs minimum. The road is only two lanes so it can get even slower. Beach itself is OK , but probably not worth the visit just to see it alone. We spent the night at …
Yes, it is 2-1/2 to 3 hrs minimum. The road is only two lanes so it can get even slower. Beach itself is OK , but probably not worth the visit just to see it alone. We spent the night at Hunkubaaker Farm , about an hour further, and then saw the Glacier lagoon the next day. 2km up the side road past Hunkubaaker is Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon- really worth seeing.
Going to Iceland March 18,2019 We want to see the Black sand beach, northern lights (hopefully) and drive the golden circle, so this is probably a dumb question but is the ring road and golden circle the same? We have tickets for the blue lagoon the last night of our tour and wondered if there was an ice cave or adventure tour close to Reykjavik since that is where we are staying. All info welcome....
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Hi there! They are not. Golden Circle "it's a common route between 3 beautiful natural attractions in Iceland; Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss …
Hi there! They are not. Golden Circle "it's a common route between 3 beautiful natural attractions in Iceland; Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall. Instead of driving back and forth the same way, people normally drive a short circle, that's just under 230km (140 miles)." (source: guidetoiceland.is) . The Ring Road in the other hand it's the series of roads (total 1332 km (828 miles)) that goes round the major part of the island, excluding the northwest portion of land. While the Golden Circle can be done in 1-2 days (if the weather is ok), the ring road takes at minimum 7-8 days, if the weather helps. This site below is the main source of information about touring in IS: guidetoiceland.is Besides, always check the weather before taking the road. this other link is a must check (even for short distances) road.is Enjoy Iceland!
Yes it is. Plan to dress warmly and use windproof/waterproof clothing. It will be very windy with the wind coming off the water. There is a great little eatery there to warm up in.
Planning on touring Black sand beach and other spots this weekend. Is it still possible to enjoy these tours in the rain? Looking like rain for much of our stay.
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Simonemelo24, As some have already mentioned the wind is more of an issue than the rain. It's quite open, but well worth a visit, just dress appropriately. I notice in this thread the …
Simonemelo24, As some have already mentioned the wind is more of an issue than the rain. It's quite open, but well worth a visit, just dress appropriately. I notice in this thread the recommendation to visit Vik, which is also a great spot, but you would miss seeing a great display of Columnar basalt formation. If time permits, I would suggest you visit both.
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