2026 Iceland Photography Expedition with JROD Captures & Rob Embury

Your adventure begins with a 9:00 AM meet-up in Reykjavik before setting off along the dramatic south coast of Iceland. The first stop is the picturesque Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk behind the cascading water for a unique perspective. We’ll also check out a DC-3 plane wreck at Eyvindarholt – a lesser known spot that is far easier to access than the Sólheimasandur wreck, but just as awesome.

From there, continue on to Skogafoss, one of Iceland’s most powerful and photogenic waterfalls. Just a short walk away is the hidden gem Kvernufoss, tucked into a narrow gorge and often overlooked by crowds. Spend the night at the base of Skogafoss, where you’ll have the opportunity to capture the northern lights dancing above the waterfall if conditions are right.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Hotel Skogafoss

🍽️ Included Meals:

• None

✅ Activities:

• Visit Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Explore DC-3 Plane Wreck
• Visit Skogafoss and Kvernufoss
• Aurora Shoot at Skogafoss

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Guests will need to arrive in Reykjavik the day before (Sunday Feb 15th 2026). We will advise the exact meeting point once the trip is confirmed to allow guests to source accommodation that is nearby.
• Whilst Aurora Borealis viewing can’t be guaranteed, we’ll take every possible opportunity to shoot it when conditions allow.
• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

This morning, travel through the charming village of Vik before heading to Reynisfjara Beach, famous for its black sand, basalt columns, and roaring Atlantic waves. Continue to the jaw-dropping Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, a winding river gorge carved through mossy cliffs.

After a stop at Svínafellsjökull Glacier, reach Jökulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, where floating icebergs drift toward the sea. Just across the road lies Diamond Beach, where glittering ice chunks rest against the jet-black sand. Cap off the day with an unforgettable Ice Cave Experience before settling into your hotel in Höfn. If skies are clear, you may be treated to a northern lights display at Vestrahorn mountain.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Hotel Höfn or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Visit Vik
• Walk Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
• Explore Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
• Visit Svínafellsjökull Glacier
• See Jökulsarlon Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach
• Ice Cave Experience
• Optional Aurora Shoot at Vestrahorn

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Begin your day with an early visit to the dramatic peaks of Vestrahorn and the windswept dunes of Stokksnes Beach. Then continue along Iceland’s eastern fjords, a remote and winding coastline rich with towering cliffs and narrow inlets.

Pause at the jagged beauty of Krossanesfjall (Eystrahorn), a lesser-known gem with equally stunning mountain views. After a day of photography and scenic drives, arrive in the tranquil fishing village of Djúpivogur, where you’ll rest for the night. If the aurora is dancing, we’ll have plenty of nearby places to photograph it.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Hótel Framtíð or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Visit Vestrahorn and Stokksnes Beach
• Scenic Drive Through Eastern Fjords
• Stop at Krossanesfjall

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Continue your journey north along the coast, enjoying more of Iceland’s remote and untouched eastern fjords. One of the day’s highlights is a stop at the spectacular Stuðlagil Canyon, known for its vivid blue water and striking basalt columns.

Arrive in the Lake Mývatn area, a region of otherworldly geothermal activity. Visit the pseudocraters at Skútustaðagígar, then relax in the area’s famous thermal baths if you wish. This region is perfect for those seeking dramatic volcanic landscapes mixed with moments of quiet reflection. After dark, if we have clear skies, we’ll likely seek the aurora over the lake, with plenty of excellent viewpoints available.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Berjaya Hótel Mývatn or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Scenic Drive Through Eastern Fjords
• Visit Stuðlagil Canyon
• Explore Lake Mývatn
• Visit Skútustaðagígar Craters
• Optional Thermal Bath Experience

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Begin the day with visits to two unique cave systems: Kirkja and Grjotagja, both steeped in mythology and Icelandic lore. Next, venture to the powerful trio of waterfalls – Dettifoss, Selfoss, and Hafragilsfoss – each offering its own thrilling view of Iceland’s raw natural energy.

In the afternoon, head north to the remote village of Raufarhöfn. As the sun begins to set, visit the striking Arctic Henge monument, a modern-day homage to Norse mythology and a prime location for aurora viewing.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Hótel Norðurljós or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Visit Kirkja & Grjotagja Lava Caves
• Explore Dettifoss, Selfoss & Hafragilsfoss
• Sunset and aurora at Arctic Henge

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Catch sunrise at Arctic Henge before heading west. Stop at the picturesque Geitafoss waterfall, then continue to Godafoss – known as the “Waterfall of the Gods” – one of the most spectacular in all of Iceland.

If you are game, enjoy a soak in the geothermal Jarðgangalaug hot spring before arriving in Akureyri, the largest town in the north. With shops, cafés, and supply stores, this is the perfect place to recharge and resupply.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Berjaya Hótel Akureyri or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Sunrise at Arctic Henge
• Visit Geitafoss & Godafoss Waterfalls
• Soak in Jarðgangalaug Hot Spring
• Explore Akureyri

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Head into Iceland’s northwest, beginning with a stop at the Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir Monument, where we will find iconic traditional grass covered houses. Continue to Sauðárkrókur, where you’ll stroll the dramatic black-sand beach to the entrance of a giant cave (conditions permitting).

Later, visit Hvitserkur – also known as “Troll Rock” – a 15-meter tall basalt stack rising from the sea, steeped in local legend. Finish the day in the peaceful village of Laugarbakki, with the rock another potential aurora spot later on if we are lucky with conditions.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Hótel Laugarbakki or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Visit Guðríður Þorbjarnardóttir Monument
• Explore Sauðárkrókur Black Beach
• See Hvitserkur (Troll Rock)

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Today is all about the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, often called “Iceland in Miniature” for its dramatic diversity of landscapes. Begin at Kolgrafarfjörður, home to the Viking Sword Bridge, then travel to Kirkjufell – the most photographed mountain in Iceland (for very good reason) – and its adjacent waterfalls.

We’ll see plenty of dramatic landscapes on our drive today. And if the skies are clear,  we will return to Kirkjufell after dark to photograph the northern lights with this iconic peak as your backdrop.

🏨 Accommodation:

• Kirkjufell Hotel or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast

✅ Activities:

• Visit Kolgrafarfjörður & Viking Sword Bridge
• See Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfossar
• Aurora Shoot at Kirkjufell

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Begin the final leg of your journey with sunrise at either Kirkjufell or the iconic Budir Black Church, perched on a lava field beside the ocean. We’ll also check out dramatic ocean arches at Arnarstapi and Gatklettur if time allows.

Wrap up the adventure with a visit to Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls streaming from beneath a lava field into a bright blue river. You’ll arrive back in Reykjavik by evening, where our epic photography adventure comes to a close. Who knows, maybe the aurora will be out to send us off in style?!

🏨 Accommodation:

• Reykjavik Lights Hotel or similar

🍽️ Included Meals:

• None

✅ Activities:

• Sunrise at Kirkjufell or Budir Black Church
• Explore Arnarstapi & Gatklettur (if time permits)
• Visit Hraunfossar Waterfalls
• Return to Reykjavik

ℹ️ Important Information:

• Our exact itinerary is subject to change based on conditions.

Enjoy a final Icelandic breakfast before saying your goodbyes, with your hearts and memory cards completely full of magic from The Land of Fire & Ice. Guests are free to depart at their leisure.

🍽️ Included Meals:

• Breakfast