Diamond Beach

Beach Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, Suðurland, Iceland

What to expect

Diamond Beach, also known as Breiðamerkursandur, is a stunning black sand beach located on the South Coast of Iceland. The beach is situated near Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs break off and float towards the shore, creating a breathtaking sight of crystal ice against the black sand. The icebergs are polished by the waves and wind, making them resemble diamonds. The beach is a popular spot for photographers and nature lovers, and it's also a great place to see wildlife such as seals and orcas. Visitors can walk among the huge chunks of ice and feel like they're entering a different world. The beach is constantly changing, making it a unique experience every time. It's a safe place to visit, but it's essential to be careful and not climb on the icebergs, as they can be slippery and sharp

Plan your family visit to the Diamond Beach with these blog insights 👇

Iceland: 15 days of family road trip

This family's experience:

Activities: We crossed the road to Diamond Beach, where icebergs from Jökulsárlón wash up on the shore. We enjoyed the amazing sight of the icebergs on the beach

Highlights: The icebergs on the beach were incredible, sparkling in the sunlight. We also enjoyed the chance to touch the icebergs ✨

Jökulsárlón with kids: 5 kids' activities in a row!

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Diamond Beach, a beautiful black beach where the ice rocks and glacier water flow from Jökulsárlón through a small river towards the sea

Highlights: Our little son could not walk yet, but even he ventured to climb and walk around the ice rocks ✨

Zodiac Boat Tour on Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Iceland

This family's experience:

Activities: We crossed the road to the beach area and saw the icebergs wash up on the beach or float to the ocean as the tide pulls them

Highlights: It was a great place to see the icebergs wash up on the beach or float to the ocean as the tide pulls them ✨