Glacier Hike & Kayak Combo Tour- Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier Hike & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Kayaking
Tour Description
Experience two of Iceland's most iconic adventures in one unforgettable day. This exciting combo tour combines a 1.5-hour guided kayak tour on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon with a guided glacier hike on Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe's largest ice cap, Vatnajökull glacier and National Park.
Choose whether to begin your adventure by kayaking among the floating icebergs of the world-famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon or by exploring the breathtaking ice formations of Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier. Your schedule will depend on the day's operations and availability.
During the kayak tour, you'll paddle through the crystal-clear waters of the glacier lagoon in a stable tandem kayak, weaving between magnificent icebergs while enjoying spectacular views of the surrounding glaciers and wildlife. Your certified guide will share fascinating insights into the lagoon's formation, the drifting icebergs, and the rapidly changing glacial landscape.
Between activities, you'll have a short break and free time to spend at the Glacier Lagoon at your choice, before boarding a specially equipped 4x4 vehicle that transports you close to the glacier's edge. After a brief walk, you'll step onto the ancient ice of Breiðamerkurjökull, where your certified glacier guide will lead you across a constantly changing world of deep crevasses, moulins, ice ridges, and striking blue ice formations. Along the way, you'll learn about glacier formation, climate change, and the remarkable forces that continue to shape Iceland's landscape.
As an added bonus, if conditions allow, you may even catch a glimpse of one of the glacier's beautiful natural blue ice caves from the outside, depending on seasonal conditions.
This adventure is the perfect choice for travelers looking to experience Iceland's glaciers from both the water and the ice in a single day. No previous kayaking or glacier hiking experience is required, and all necessary safety equipment is provided by our professional guides.
Jökulsárlón & Breiðamerkurjökull
May - September
3 Hours + 1.5 Hours
Not Included
Easy
Highlight Of The Tour
What’s Included
Available Add-ons
Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold
Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind
Buy our Troll Summer Cap to feel part of our Summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun
A park fee may apply for access to Vatnajökull National Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can! However, you will need to book each activity separately if you wish to do them on different days. You can find the relevant booking links here: Jökulsárlón Glacier Kayaking | Vatnajökull Glacier Hike.
Departure Points & Times
- Both activities will start from Tröll Expeditions Glacier Lagoon
- Address: Jökulsárlón, 781, Iceland ( You can easily locate Troll.is Glacier Lagoon by searching on Google Maps.)
- 09:30 AM – Begin with the glacier hike, then continue to kayaking.
- 10:00 AM – Start with kayaking, followed by glacier hike.
Arrival Time We highly recommend arriving at least 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This ensures enough time for check-in and getting properly geared up for both the kayaking and glacier hiking portions of your adventure.
Late Arrival Policy Please note: If you arrive after the departure time, your place on the tour cannot be guaranteed. No refunds will be issued for missed departures.
- Packed lunch (snacks)
- Camera (great opportunity for excellent photos!)
- Warm clothes
- Inner layer – Shirt / T-shirt (wool or synthetic)
- Insulating layer – Polyester Sweater / Fleece Sweater / Insulated Down Jacket
- Outer layer – Waterproof jacket and pants (can be rented from Tröll)
- Hiking pants / fleece pants
- Socks (wool / hiking)
- Hiking / Climbing boots (boots need to have an ankle support to protect your ankle from potential sprains while hiking; Tröll has boots rental at location if needed)
- Hat, gloves, sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Small water bottle
- Joy & happiness!
14 years old
This is a self-drive tour, and no pick-up service is provided. You will need to make your way to the designated meeting point before the tour departure.
Meeting Point: Tröll.is – Glacier Lagoon Glacier Lagoon, 781 Jökulsárlón, Iceland
Departure Time: Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the scheduled departure to check in and receive safety instructions.
Self-Drive Tour: This tour requires you to arrange your own transportation to the meeting point. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is located along Iceland’s scenic Ring Road (Route 1), approximately 5 hours from Reykjavík by car. We recommend planning your drive accordingly and checking road conditions before departure.
Easy This tour is suitable for all participants with a basic level of fitness. No prior experience is needed, and the activity is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Guests should dress appropriately for the weather conditions to ensure a comfortable experience.
- This partner tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All changes and cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable.
- In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions or other factors, we will assist you with rescheduling the tour to another date or to another activity when possible (price difference might apply, if the new activity has a higher price)
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