Núpsárfoss
About
A waterfall in South Coast. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.
Stand close enough and you'll feel the spray on your face. There's something primal about waterfalls - they demand your attention.
Most waterfalls don't have entrance fees, but parking often costs 700-1000 ISK. Keep coins handy or download the Parka app.
Drive: Good
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30 min stop
Ring Road 1Checking…
F-roadsClosed (winter)
ClosuresNone nearby
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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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22:00 – 02:00
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Activity peak23:42
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Blue hour—Cars & campers
KEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Toyota RAV4
Heated seats for winter waterfall runs, range for highland summer loops.
TransmissionAutomatic
FuelHybrid
Seats5
DriveAWD
VW Caravelle
Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.
TransmissionAutomaticFuelDieselSeats9Drive2WD
Key Camper Wild Duo
Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.
TransmissionManualFuelPetrol
Sleeps2Drive4WDTours near Núpsárfoss
Small groups4.8
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Duration11 hours
PickupReykjavík
VehicleSuper Jeep
TypePrivate
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HighlightsSouth Iceland
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Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.
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ActivitySnowmobileVehicleSuper JeepPhotos
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Walking behind a 60-meter waterfall is something you don't forget. We went at sunset and the light through the curtain was absolutely magical. Bring proper rain gear — you WILL get soaked through. The path is well-maintained but rocky.
Best light at sunrise before the tour buses arrive. The path behind is slippery in winter but doable with spikes. Don't skip Gljúfrabúi next door — most tourists walk right past it, but it's a hidden waterfall inside a cave. Spectacular.
Stopped here on a Ring Road trip in early January. The path behind the waterfall was closed due to ice — check conditions before you go if walking behind is the main reason. Still stunning from the front though.
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