2 Hours ATV Safari tour to Plane Wreck on Sólheimasandur Black Sand Beach
Embark on an adventure by ATV as you traverse the desolate black sandy shores of the south coast of Iceland to the iconic DC-3 plane crash site.
In 1973, a US Navy plane ran out of fuel while flying over south Iceland. It´s pilot looking for flat terrain on which to land, spied the black sand beach of Sólheimasandur in the distance. He managed to land the plane without harming anyone on board. The plane, on the other hand, was wrecked. Rather than retrieve the plane, the US Navy simply abandoned it to nature.
Here on the volcanic black sands of Iceland, it has remained for the past 50 years.
Still in remarkably good condition all these years later, the DC-3 plane wreck has become an iconic symbol of Iceland. Join our fantastic ATV tour as we journey across the desolate expanses of the region towards the beach.
Following a thrilling ride on this unique shoreline, we pause at the iconic DC3 plane wreckage, marveling at the spectacular panorama of Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the vast black coastline extending to Dyrhólaey, Iceland’s southernmost tip. After soaking in these breathtaking views, we proceed towards the Jökulsá river and ascend to the base of Mt. Heiðarhorn. The journey then winds along the mountain range, leading us back to our starting point.
Tour highlights & itinerary
- Professional guide
- ATV/Quad bikes
- Insulated overalls, Helmets and balaclavas
- Food or drinks
- This is a Meet on Location tour. Turn left onto Road 222 6km east of Skógar
- Wear extra warm clothes, socks, gloves and comfortable shoes
- To drive, you must be at least 17 years old and have a valid driver´s license
- For odd sizes groups, at least one person needs to pay the solo rider supplement. Solo travelers also need to do this.
- Minimum age of 8. Maximum of one child can ride with each adult
- Disclaimer: The tour duration is approximate. Tours can overrun due to weather and other unexpected delays
- Cancellation policy: Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
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Itinerary
Itinerary
- Arcanum Base Camp
The tour starts with a briefing and safety instructions at the ARCANUM base nearby Mýrdalsjökull glacier in South Iceland.
From the base we head down to the black lava sands, crossing small rivers on the way. The black lava sand derives from previous glacial outbursts of the dormant volcano Katla.
1 ATV Safari & Plane Wreck tour on Sólheimasandur black sand beachYour quest kicks off at our main station where participants are kitted out and introduced to the ATV vehicles. Once we’ve covered the essential safety measures, we set off, navigating through narrow rivers and brooks, heading towards the black sand beach, a legacy of the dormant Katla volcano.
This tour offers an unparalleled immersion in the rugged black lava sand terrains of the south coast, providing a memorable experience with contrasting landscapes, all while being wrapped in nature’s comforting embrace.
This fun filled tour takes you across all sorts of terrain as we near the iconic plane crash site. Once we reach our destination, we have plenty of time to for photos of this strange sight.
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The tour starts with a briefing and safety instructions at the ARCANUM base nearby Mýrdalsjökull glacier in South Iceland.
From the base we head down to the black lava sands, crossing small rivers on the way. The black lava sand derives from previous glacial outbursts of the dormant volcano Katla.
Your quest kicks off at our main station where participants are kitted out and introduced to the ATV vehicles. Once we’ve covered the essential safety measures, we set off, navigating through narrow rivers and brooks, heading towards the black sand beach, a legacy of the dormant Katla volcano.
This tour offers an unparalleled immersion in the rugged black lava sand terrains of the south coast, providing a memorable experience with contrasting landscapes, all while being wrapped in nature’s comforting embrace.
This fun filled tour takes you across all sorts of terrain as we near the iconic plane crash site. Once we reach our destination, we have plenty of time to for photos of this strange sight.