Breiðamerkursandur, better known as Diamond Beach in Iceland is a unique black sand beach, scattered with sparkling chunks of ice carried from the nearby Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most iconic and photographed natural attractions. In this short guide, you’ll discover what makes Diamond Beach so special, how to get there, how to capture stunning photographs, and why it absolutely deserves a place on your road trip itinerary.

All the must-see places in the Reykjanes Peninsula and South Iceland, selected from our road trip itinerary. From steaming lava fields and glaciers to secluded black-sand beaches and majestic waterfalls straight out of a Nordic saga, we’ll take you on a journey through the wild soul of this country, with plenty of practical tips inspired by our firsthand experience.