From Mýrdalsjökull

ATV Black Beach Safari and the Plane Wreck

A 2-hour exploration of Iceland’s black sand landscape in the south. Includes a visit to the DC3 Airplane wreck.

Tour code: AG402

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ATV guide crossing a small river with a group
ATV quad bike riders approaching the old C-47 plane wreck on Sólheimasandur near Eyjafjallajökull glacier
ATV guide crossing a small river with a group
Driving along the Atlantic Ocean on an ATV
ATV guide leading a group over a small river
Happy group on an ATV tour in winter
Group on ATVs enjoying the snow-covered landscape
Looking at the cockpit on a crashed DC3 plane
Stop by the DC3 plane wreck on Sólheimasasndur.
The DC3 plane wreck seen from above
ATV group in winter
Guide leads an ATV group through the snowy landscape
Group crossing a river on an ATV tour
Driving through Sólheimasandur with Mýrdalsjökull in the background
A group on an ATV tour posing in front of the DC3 plane wreck on Sólheimasandur.
An ATV group by the Atlantic Ocean
An ATV tour with Dyrhólaey in the background
Taking a break on the beach by the Atlantic Ocean.
ATV tour on Sólheimasandur
River crossing on an ATV
ATV tour with Mýrdalsjökull in the background.

Black sands and rivers

This tour begins after you meet your ATV guide at the Base by Mýrdalsjökull glacier. You will receive all the necessary gear and a short safety briefing before venturing to ride on Iceland’s iconic black beaches.

The guide will lead the group to the stunning coastline to witness breathtaking views of the surrounding area. You’ll marvel at the views of Dyrhólaey, a peninsula that is the southernmost tip of the country, and the marvellous Mýrdalsjökull glacier in the distance.

After leaving the beach, the group will head to the famous Sólheimasandur plane wreck. This relic has been resting in the sand since 1973. Following the plane, you will drive to the Jökulsá river and up the foot of the mountain. This action-packed tour ends when you arrive back at the base.

Please note: A valid driver’s license is required to drive a quad bike. Single riders and groups with odd numbers are required to book a single-ride ATV.

Tour Overview

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Meeting Point
Mýrdalsjökull Base
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ATV-riding
2 hrs
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Language
English
8
Minimum age
8 years
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Duration
2 hours
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Difficulty
Easy

Tour Highlights

The Black Beach
Crossing Rivers
The Abandoned Plane Wreck
Contrasting landscapes

Included

  • Experienced and qualified guide
  • ATV per two persons
  • Insulated cover-all
  • Helmet and balaclava face mask

Not included

  • Extra warm clothing
  • Waterproof boots

Optional extras

  • Single ride on the ATV (mandatory for groups with odd number)
  • Possible upgrade to Buggy vehicle (check with location on the day)

Tour Map and Itinerary

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Map & Itinerary

ATV Black Beach Safari and the Plane Wreck

2-hour Quad Bike Exploration of the South Coast’s Landscape

Day tour

The tour starts with you meeting your guide at Mýrdalsjökull Base. After getting geared up and being given a safety briefing, you head out for your adventure. Enjoy a fun and easy drive across rivers, on black sand beaches, to the Sólheimasandur plane wreck and the Jökulsá river. The tour ends when you arrive back at the base camp.

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