Jökulsárlón
Viewpoint · Vatnajökull National Park, Reykjavik

Jökulsárlón

Photo: Molechaser · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Jökulsárlón is a glacial lagoon where Breiðamerkurjökull glacier meets the Atlantic. Icebergs break off and drift in the water before reaching the sea. The shore offers close views of the ice and occasional seals.

On day 4 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

Good to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
June to August for longer days
Getting there
4 hour drive southeast from Reykjavik on ring road

Itineraries with Jökulsárlón

Day 4 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

Glaciers and icebergs

How Jökulsárlón fits into a day.
  1. 9:30SkaftafellRing Road, Vatnajökull National Park
  2. 14:00JökulsárlónVatnajökull National Park
  3. 16:00Diamond BeachBreiðamerkursandur
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Jökulsárlón questions

How far is Jökulsárlón from Reykjavik?

The drive takes about four hours southeast along the ring road.

Can you swim in Jökulsárlón?

Swimming is not possible due to near-freezing water and drifting ice.

Are boat tours available at Jökulsárlón?

Amphibious boat tours run on the lagoon during summer months.

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