Glacier kayaking Iceland tour

Embark on a breathtaking adventure with our Glacier Kayaking Iceland tour. Join us on the stunning glacier lagoon, where you'll float among majestic volcanic icebergs, formed on the very top of Iceland's tallest volcano.

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Glacier Kayaking Iceland tour description

Take a seat in one of our comfortable kayaks and set off on an unforgettable journey across Fjallsárlón, Iceland’s most spectacular glacier lagoon. This breathtaking spot is shaped by the dramatic glacier that flows directly from the summit of Iceland’s highest peak.

Your experienced guide will navigate you to the most picturesque locations, ensuring you capture stunning photos and enjoy an amazing experience as you paddle through a captivating maze of icebergs, beautifully adorned with volcanic ash.

Join us for this unique opportunity to connect with nature and experience the raw beauty of Iceland's glaciers!

You will be issued with a dry suit and life jacket as well as a boat and paddle and you will be shown how to correctly use the equipment to ensure a safe and comfortable excursion.

General tour details

  • Price - 17,500isk

  • Duration - 1.5 hours total, approximately 1 hour on the water

  • Maximum group size - 6 participants per guide

  • Start times - See booking calendar

  • Meet on location at - https://goo.gl/maps/nKMw4azAt8Nsdjvw7

  • Our meeting location

  • Ability level - Easy for fit people, This is a physical tour designed for those who have a good fitness ability level

  • Minimum age - 10 (for families with younger children please contact us)

  • Families please contact us before booking

  • Languages - English or Icelandic

  • What you need to bring - warm clothing, warm hat, sunglasses, camera

  • Boat type- Packraft

  • Single person and double boats are available

  • Single Boat weight limit - 110Kg/ 240lb.

  • Double Boat weight limit - 180Kg/ 400lb.

  • Gear provided - boat, paddle, PFD, drysuit

  • Drysuits available: S, M, L, XL and XXL

  • Additional information on glacier kayaking can be found on The Best Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Guide To Iceland page

  • By purchasing a ticket to join a group or private tour with Glacier and Volcano Expeditions you hereby accept our terms and conditions

 

Meeting location map

Please arrive early for your tour at Our meeting location which is at the “View point of Fjallsjökull”.

The link to the meeting location is: https://goo.gl/maps/LVCa2GUPfAv1FLpm9

There is a pay parking sign that will lead you to our meeting location.

To get there you will need to navigate via google maps and drive down a gravel road off the side of the ring road route 1. Look for the white Ford Transit van with the chimney.

There is a parking fee that needs to be paid for at the parking lot. The landowner has implemented this pay for parking system in order to fund the maintenance of the gravel access road.

If you need help to find the meeting location please contact us. Phone +354 7774815

There are no opportunities to use the bathroom at any point during this tour as it is a wilderness experience. Please use the bathroom elsewhere before the tour begins.

Please read the following information

Drysuit sizing

Glacier and Volcano Expeditions require all participants to wear a provided drysuit whilst kayaking on the glacier lake and we have a limited size range available. We can accommodate for people with a height range between 140cm (4’6 ft) and 198cm tall (6’6 ft).

Drysuit sizes available: S, M, L, XL and XXL

We also have children’s drysuit sizes available, however we kindly ask families to please contact us prior to making a reservation as we have age limits on the public tour departures.

By joining a tour, all participants, including children under the supervision of their parents or guardians, acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions.

The physical aspect to the tour

The Glacier Kayaking Iceland tour is designed for participants who are in good general health and are reasonably fit. For individuals who are active and accustomed to regular exercise the tour is considered easy and enjoyable.

This is a physical tour that is suitable for those who are accustomed to hiking or exercise. You will be required to carry your boat (which weighs 5kg), paddle and equipment 200m to and from the lake. Paddling the boat does require having the core strength to sit with your body in a 90 degree position for over an hour.

Kayaking does require physical effort, balance, and stamina. The experience may be more difficult and uncomfortable for participants who are not physically fit, overweight, have limited mobility, or have pre-existing medical conditions that affect endurance or movement. In such cases, the tour can feel more demanding. We recommend that all participants assess their own fitness levels honestly and consult with us in advance if they have any concerns about their ability to take part. Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our priority.

You are required to inform Glacier and Volcano Expeditions of any health or pre-existing medical conditions prior to making a reservation. Please refer to the terms and conditions for more details.

FAQ / Frequently asked questions for glacier lagoon
kayaking in Iceland

Kayak tour in summer on Fjallsárlón glacier lake

  • Please arrive wearing warm clothing suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking. We will provide you with a drysuit that you will wear over the top of your warm clothing. More information here.

  • Absolutely! We encourage our guests to bring their phone or camera for taking photos and videos.

    Please note that Glacier and Volcano Expeditions is not responsible for any damage or loss of your personal belongings.

  • In some instances you can paddle right up to the icebergs! You will be able to touch the smaller icebergs and the larger ones will need to avoided due to safety reasons.

  • Yes, we have both single and double (tandem) boats available.

  • No! Complete beginners are more than welcome to join the Glacier and Volcano Expeditions kayaking tours. Everyone will be given a lesson, tips and instructions on how to use the equipment.

  • All of our tours are adventure-style experiences that do involve physical effort. These tours are designed for people who are good physical health and who hike/ exercise regularly.

  • Paddling on the lake can be cold so you must make sure you are dressed warm. If you wear plenty of layers beneath your drysuit you will be comfortable.

  • Yes children can participate, however we do have a minimum age of 10 and we require participants under the age of 14 to paddle with a parent in a double kayak. If you have younger children than 10 or more than one child per parent, we will require your family to make a private reservation. Please contact us for more information regarding family kayaking tours.

  • Please scroll to the booking calendar and select the total amount of tour participants who are going to join the tour, then select the date and time that you wish to join us. Once you have found an available time slot you can then proceed through the checkout process. If you are having difficulty with the booking process please contact us via phone or email and we can assist.

  • Additional information about the Glacier Kayaking Iceland tour can be found on this web page here: The Best Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Guide To Iceland page

  • The cancellation policy and terms and conditions can all be found on this web page here: terms and conditions

  • The boats that we use for our kayaking tours are packrafts and inflatable kayaks. These boats are perfect for this application as they are extremely stable, manoeuvrable, and comfortable. All of our equipment is sourced from reputable manufacturers that construct their products with durable, top quality materials .

  • Yes, the single boat weight limit is 100Kg/ 240lb.

    The double boat weight limit is 180Kg/ 400lb.

    This tour is easy for fit people, This is a physical tour designed for those who have a good fitness ability level.

    If you are overweight or have medical issues that limit your physical capabilities you may struggle to participate and the tour may not be comfortable or enjoyable for you.