Jökurlsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Jökulsárlón is a large glacial lake in southeast Iceland, on the borders of Vatnajökull National Park. Situated at the head of Breiðamerkurjökull, it developed into a lake after the glacier started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Jökurlsárlón 781 Jökurlsárlón Iceland

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Rob

If you're coming from Reykjavik, I'd recommend leaving at 4am. You'll have the roads to yourself and get to avoid the crowds at the glacier . When you're done head down to the beach for the after party

PNR SHN

Atmosphere,view ,seals ...It was amazing and interesting place.If you visit Iceland don't miss Jökulsarlon.It's outside of Reykjavik but when you rent a car ıt takes 4 hours..????

Markus B

Take the Zodiac tour . Less people, you will get much closer to the glacier and the ice and it's just so much fun! Not cheap but worth it. Much better than the standard amphibious boat tours .

Filmsquare

Shortly after evading russian soldiers and a helicopter, James Bond is warmly invited into an iceberg-shaped boat using a Union Flag signal on this glacial lake in A View to a Kill (1985). Read more

Michael Fuchs

This is a no. 1 stop for breathtaking pictures. I didn’t do the boat tour and was absolutely happy with the views you get from different angles along the the shore.

SmS K

The very first glacier on the southern region. If you are lucky, you can see seals in addition to this amazing glacier . If you have time, you can walk up the glacier

chris

Easily one of the most magical places in Iceland . A must if you're doing the ring road drive, but be prepared to come back a few times in case there isn't ice flowing the first time you drive by.

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Jökulsárlón was the location used for filming of the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish Vs Jaguar XKR car chase sequence in Die Another Day (2002). Filming required 30cm thick ice and lasted 3 weeks. Read more

Magaly

Simply awesome!! A must if you visit Iceland . Ride the Zodiacs, you get so close to the icebergs that can even touch them!

George M.

The lake is beautiful. There's a trail that goes around it where you can walk and even encounter seals that are just laying on large ice pieces or swimming around.

S P

Incredibly scenic and beautiful. Walk around and enjoy; but do not miss the beach with icebergs across the street ...

Majed Alashari

Amazing experience to be close to the icebergs . If you have time take the duck boat tour .

Frank Rimalovski

Wow. Go! Get a boat tour of the lagoon filled with icebergs breaking off the glacier , and/or hike around it.

John Jordan

James Bond Die Another Day had a scene filmed here, along w/a few other movies . One of my favorite spots on my trip to Iceland . Keep an eye out for seals swimming around.

Humaid Binyelaiyel

It's really something,Go for the zodiac tour , better to have a previous booking

Sigrid de Castella

Get there early for sunrise, or late in the afternoon for bettter photos. No avoiding the crowds unfortunately. Very slippery and icy in winter, so watch your step! Diamond Beach is across the road .

Justin Eidsmoe

The blue ice is easily one of the most beautiful sights in Iceland . I was there in May and it was unreal.

Alex Houlton

This is an amazing place. If you can get there, go. You won't be disappointed. Only iceberg lake in Europe!

Milan Dufek

Gorgeos location with floating glaciers and seals . You have to feel that during sunset , it's simply epic place. Very good spot for photo as well .

Serkan Görür

This is where I found out what "blue ice" means ???? it's colder than average Iceland so take extra precaution. You can find hot soup in the cabin . Go to the beach to find pieces of ice washed ashore.

Peter van Kampen

Best beer I tasted in whole of Iceland was here, "vatnajukl", made of 1000 year old gletcher water.

Andrew S

Zodiak tour is 100% worth the money. Be sure to book in advance before it sells out. They give you waterproof suits as well .

Michelle Warren

Go here go here!!! An incredible one of a kind experience and views . Walk along the edges - find glaciers - go to the beach - explore!

Katherine Cheng

I haven’t been any place like it. it’s incredible. I went 5x in 12 hour time span! cool place to watch the northern lights

Zach Stockwell

Most beautiful place in Iceland . Check out the crashing waves and iceberg fragments.

Ali Al-Hamidah

Amazing view and don’t forget to take a tour in the lagoon

Trella Goh

Go up the hill for a crazy view or head down to the water to get close to the ice and an equally crazy view

Mona Wu

Go around sunset to catch the beautiful reflection off the lagoon . Also a popular spot to watch the northern lights (conditions permitting)

Imira Yanty

A must place to be n whoever gets to see the northern light sure is lucky coz aint that easy to be here n capture then. Gd luck????????

Maggie MacG

A must visit! Take a boar tour on the Bay to see some seals !

Karin Gattringer

No swimming icebergs in winter. But come here to see the sunset , while watching the seals playing in the water from a few meters away.

Leonidas M.

The most important attraction of the ring road for me. Over crowded at times but one of the best places ive ever been.

J W

So worth it. The vastness of the lagoon and distant glacier can only be appreciated in-person. Plus, saw seals !

Bill Hendrix

Amazing stop to see ice flow from the glacier . Beautiful

Alex Volkov

Incredible - this is on top of my "been" list for sure

André Leopold

Wonderful glacial lake . Don't miss the ice blocks on the beach on the southern side of the road .

Gunes Unal

Excellent experiance..it is worth to seeing icebergs .If you are lucky,see them in sunny day.

Crazy Bob

Great fun! If I had to choose one favorite attraction in Iceland , this might just be it.

Go Find Alice

Stunning glaciers . It can't be missed in Iceland !

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Mostly frozen beginning of March. But good fun to do some seal-watching!

Yiting Shen

In The Vatnajokull Region, not as mapped close to the capital. It's 176 miles to the east south coast.

Ze | زياد

Never miss this place . The view of Glaciers are awesome ????????????????

Maaike

Take a short walk to the bridge and spot some cute seals playing in the icy water.

Dark

Gorgeous location and excellent photo spot !

William Lee

Must come and try the amphibian boat tour

Michee Lee

Major Hollywood movies have been filmed here: two James bond films including "a view to kill" and "die another day", tomb raider and batman begins :)

Dirty D.is.ko

great spot to watch The Northern Lights. During the day walk along the south coast.

Christian K.

Seals in real nature, surrounded by glaciers in the water.

sat p

Also check out the beach in the other side of highway 1. The black sand and large blocks of ice on the shore are beautiful.

Sivat Sriprasert

Must visit!! One of the best place for photographer .

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