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Kvernufoss waterfall is located in South Iceland and cascades down 98 feet (30 meters) from cliffs made of lava rock. It is considered one of Iceland’s hidden gems because even though it is located near Skogafoss waterfall, one of the most popular sites in Iceland, it tends to be overlooked by visitors.

Even though the Kvernufoss waterfall tends to be overlooked by travelers and is rarely mentioned in South Iceland travel guides, a few guided tours take travelers to this spectacular location.

For example, a small-group day tour or South Coast waterfalls and Glacier hiking tour is perfect for the traveler who wants both popular attractions and hidden gems, while a 3-day private photography tour is ideal for serious photographers looking to perfect their craft and capture the beauty of locations like Kvernufoss.

South Iceland is a hugely popular location due to its proximity to Reykjavik and the wealth of natural beauty featured here. Some of the most visited spots in the country are located in this region, including the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, the Reynisfjara black sand beach, and Skogafoss waterfall.