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Private Iceland Solar Eclipse 2026

Eclipse 2026 Snaefellsnes Luxury Tour
Full description

On August 12, 2026, Iceland will witness one of the most spectacular celestial events of our lifetime — a total solar eclipse. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula lies in the path of totality, and this exclusive private tour is carefully timed so you arrive at Kirkjufell, Iceland’s most iconic mountain, just as the moon fully covers the sun at 17:50.

For several breathtaking minutes, day will turn to night. The sky will darken, stars may emerge, and the sun’s glowing corona will become visible — a sight that can only be seen during 100% totality. Against this backdrop, Kirkjufell and its double waterfalls will be bathed in otherworldly light, creating one of the most photogenic moments imaginable.

Along the way, you’ll explore Iceland’s “miniature continent” — black churches, volcanic craters, sea cliffs, hidden waterfalls — while receiving hands-on photography classes in landscape and wildlife photography. Your professional guide will capture five edited photos per person, including a portrait at Kirkjufell during totality, so you’ll take home both your own shots and professional keepsakes of this once-in-a-lifetime day.

Throughout this tour, your guide will also be your photographer. Meaning that they will take photos of you during all of these experiences. After the tour is over, we will edit and send them to you for you to keep as a memory of your epic adventure!

Highlights

Total Solar Eclipse at Kirkjufell: Witness totality and the solar corona at Iceland’s most iconic mountain. • Hands-On Photography Lessons: Learn landscape, wildlife, long-exposure, and eclipse photography. • 10 Professional Photos Included: Portraits and candid shots, including one at totality. • Mini-Iceland in a Day: Lava fields, waterfalls, cliffs, villages, and volcanic scenery. • Private experience: Intimate, immersive, and personal. 

*All photos will be edited and sent to our guests within 14 days via email.

Package includes personalized portraits, group, and landscape shots

About this activity
Duration
12 hours
Location
Arnarstapi
Cancellation
48 hours
Language
English
Includes
  • Certified Driver Guide and Professional Photographer
  • Pickup and Return from Reykjavík accommodation
  • Solar eclipse glasses (designed to protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) radiation)
  • 10 professionally edited photos per person
  • Food and drinks
Requirements

Water Bottle (Recommended)– you will have many spots to fill it up with glacier water.

Food- Stops will be made at gas stations and at a restaurant on the peninsula for lunch.

Proper Seasonal Clothing– warm layers for freezing or wet conditions. Warm hat and gloves.

Waterproof Jacket– Rentals are available under extras.

Waterproof Pants– Rentals are available under extras.

Trip plan

Starting point:

Arnarstapi

Iceland Solar Eclipse 2026 - Private Experience

This is an example. Travel routes may change.
From 300.000 ISK
Per person
Add to your experience
Rain Jacket

Great for photos

3.000 ISK
Product ID: 1164970