Our Glacier Kayak Tours
GLACIER KAYAK ADVENTURE
Availability: May - September
GLACIER LAGOON KAYAKING
Availability: May - 15th of October
Discover the Magic of Kayaking in Iceland's Glacier Lagoons
Embark on an unparalleled adventure with our Glacier Lagoon Kayak Tours, where the serene beauty of Iceland's frozen landscapes meets the thrill of exploration. Guided by local experts, paddle through crystal-clear waters, navigate past towering icebergs, and witness the awe-inspiring majesty of glaciers up close. This unique experience offers a blend of tranquility and adventure, providing a fresh perspective on nature's wonders and creating memories that last a lifetime. Join us and unlock the hidden beauties of Iceland.
Discover the Magic of Kayaking in Iceland's Glacier Lagoons
Embark on an unparalleled adventure with our Glacier Lagoon Kayak Tours, where the serene beauty of Iceland's frozen landscapes meets the thrill of exploration. Guided by local experts, paddle through crystal-clear waters, navigate past towering icebergs, and witness the awe-inspiring majesty of glaciers up close. This unique experience offers a blend of tranquility and adventure, providing a fresh perspective on nature's wonders and creating memories that last a lifetime. Join us and unlock the hidden beauties of Iceland.
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Kayaking Among Glaciers: The Ultimate Adventure in Iceland
V enture into the heart of Iceland's icy wilderness with our unforgettable glacier lagoon kayaking tours. Whether you're gliding through the mystical waters of Jökulsárlón or the serene Heinabergslón, each expedition offers a unique journey into the stunning beauty of Iceland's glacial landscapes.
Our tours, set against the majestic backdrop of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier, provide an unparalleled adventure. These glacier lagoons, with their tranquil waters and floating icebergs, serve as gateways to exploring the awe-inspiring power of nature. The serene beauty of Heinabergslón, less crowded yet equally majestic as Jökulsárlón, offers a more intimate experience with the ice.
Guided by local experts, our kayaking tours are tailored to suit adventurers at any skill level, ensuring a safe, educational, and exhilarating journey. Paddling through these glacier lagoons, you'll come face-to-face with towering ice formations, capturing moments of sheer wonder and tranquility that resonate with the soul.
The dynamic landscapes of Jökulsárlón and Heinabergslón provide a canvas for an ever-changing adventure. Light dances off the ice, water sparkles like diamonds, and the silent majesty of the glacier watches over it all. These moments, experienced from the unique perspective of a kayak, remind us of the beauty and fragility of our natural world.
Beyond the paddle, the proximity of these lagoons to Vatnajökull National Park opens up a world of adventure. From glacier hikes and ice cave explorations to simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the lagoons’ shores, the opportunities for discovery are endless.
Embarking on a kayaking tour with us is more than an activity; it's an immersion into Iceland's wild beauty. It’s an invitation to explore, to connect with the environment, and to create lasting memories amidst the ice and water. Join us on this journey, where every stroke through the lagoon’s waters is a step into the extraordinary.
Kayaking Among Glaciers: The Ultimate Adventure in Iceland
V enture into the heart of Iceland's icy wilderness with our unforgettable glacier lagoon kayaking tours. Whether you're gliding through the mystical waters of Jökulsárlón or the serene Heinabergslón, each expedition offers a unique journey into the stunning beauty of Iceland's glacial landscapes.
Our tours, set against the majestic backdrop of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier, provide an unparalleled adventure. These glacier lagoons, with their tranquil waters and floating icebergs, serve as gateways to exploring the awe-inspiring power of nature. The serene beauty of Heinabergslón, less crowded yet equally majestic as Jökulsárlón, offers a more intimate experience with the ice.
Guided by local experts, our kayaking tours are tailored to suit adventurers at any skill level, ensuring a safe, educational, and exhilarating journey. Paddling through these glacier lagoons, you'll come face-to-face with towering ice formations, capturing moments of sheer wonder and tranquility that resonate with the soul.
The dynamic landscapes of Jökulsárlón and Heinabergslón provide a canvas for an ever-changing adventure. Light dances off the ice, water sparkles like diamonds, and the silent majesty of the glacier watches over it all. These moments, experienced from the unique perspective of a kayak, remind us of the beauty and fragility of our natural world.
Beyond the paddle, the proximity of these lagoons to Vatnajökull National Park opens up a world of adventure. From glacier hikes and ice cave explorations to simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the lagoons’ shores, the opportunities for discovery are endless.
Embarking on a kayaking tour with us is more than an activity; it's an immersion into Iceland's wild beauty. It’s an invitation to explore, to connect with the environment, and to create lasting memories amidst the ice and water. Join us on this journey, where every stroke through the lagoon’s waters is a step into the extraordinary.
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- The meeting point for Glacier Kayak Adventure tour is at Smyrlabjörg hotel. You can find us on google maps HERE
- The meeting point for Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Jökulsárlón is at Jökulsárlón main parking lot. Trailer is located at the Glacier lagoon main parking lot and is thoroughly marked Iceguide. You can find us on google maps HERE
- The meeting point for Glacier hike and ice cave tour is at Jökulsárlón main parking lot. You can find us on google maps HERE
- Base layer (shirt and long johns) synthetic or wool.
- Mid layer such as fleece jacket,thick wool garment, primaloft jacket or similar. Second midlayer can be added for colder days. Hiking pants, fleece or softshell or similar.
- Waterproof breathable jacket like Gore-tex jacket and pants or similar.
- Light and thin quick drying pants. Wind resistant.
- Waterproof clothing on rainy days.
- Headwear and gloves.
- Socks, synthetic or wool.
- Good hiking boots are essential.The boots should be high enough to provide good ankle support
- Tennis shoes or sneakers are not appropriate shoes for this trip!
- Winter time in Iceland can be very unpredictable. Temperature in the south east coast of Iceland during the winter time is usually between -5 celsius to +5 degrees. The rule of thumb is always 3-4 layers.
- Small backpack (Can be handy to carry camera, rain gear and all extras)
It can rain a lot in Iceland, we do not let rain stop us from going out and enjoy nature. Sometimes we say there is no such thing as bad weather just bad choice of clothing. Nature does not adapt to us, we have to adapt to the nature.
Of course we have safety as our top priority. If we at any point feel that conditions are not safe we cancel our tours and do our best to reschedule the tour. In case of cancellation, you´ll receive a full refund.
You can book online at iceguide.is
If for some reasons you experience difficulties with booking online please contact us via phone +354 661 0900 or via our contact page
FAQ
- The meeting point for Glacier Kayak Adventure tour is at Smyrlabjörg hotel. You can find us on google maps HERE
- The meeting point for Glacier Lagoon Kayaking Jökulsárlón is at Jökulsárlón main parking lot. Trailer is located at the Glacier lagoon main parking lot and is thoroughly marked Iceguide. You can find us on google maps HERE
- The meeting point for Glacier hike and ice cave tour is at Jökulsárlón main parking lot. You can find us on google maps HERE
Failure to show up by your scheduled departure time will result in the cancellation of your booking and the full forfeiture of your booking fee. Please be on time, we recommend at least 15 min before departure time.
We have to keep our time schedule and to do that we can not wait for participants that are late.
Be prepaired and make sure where our meeting point is and how long it takes to get there! Feel free to contact Iceguide for further information!
It can rain a lot in Iceland, we do not let rain stop us from going out and enjoy nature. Sometimes we say there is no such thing as bad weather just bad choice of clothing. Nature does not adapt to us, we have to adapt to the nature.
Of course we have safety as our top priority. If we at any point feel that conditions are not safe we cancel our tours and do our best to reschedule the tour. In case of cancellation, you´ll receive a full refund.
You can book online at iceguide.is
If for some reasons you experience difficulties with booking online please contact us via phone +354 661 0900 or via our contact page
Reasonable fitness is required for the kayak tours. Overweight people can expect having problems fitting the drysuits. Our biggest suits are XXL size, for further info you can look at the GUL.COM
We have shoes from size 34-48 european size.
At the Glacier lagoon Kayaking jökulsárlón we paddle on the lake for approx 1 hour, we do not step on to the glacier/icebergs at Jökulsárlón.
In our kayak tour at Heinabergslón Glacier kayak Adventure in Heinabergslón we paddle on Heinabergslónfor about 1h 1 1/2 hour and do a short introductory walk on a giant iceberg approx. 20 min for better view and to stretch our legs.
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