Half day river rafting adventure tour on the Jökulsá
Vestari (West Glacier River) in North Iceland. Pick up from Reykjavík is available everyday during summer, then as an overnight trip.
River difficulty 2+ out of 5 possible – Easy / Family Adventure
Not many things in life will create bonds and deepen friendships like experiencing nature and the adventures it provides. Discovering the glacier river history, as well as the
excitement of white water rafting will provide both fun and learning
for the whole family. The river guides at Arctic Rafting understand the
importance of
creating a memorable family adventure for kids, teenagers and adults who
want to
share an unforgettable, fun-filled adventure.
Our river rafting tour on the Jökulsá Vestari (West Glacial River), through its immense, veritcal canyon, is one of our most beautiful and fun trips.
We start with gearing up with all the necessary equipment in our base camp at Hafgrímsstaðir. Hafgrímsstaðir is located about
10 km from the small village of Varmahlíð in Skagafjörður Fjord in North Iceland. Our base is only 15 minutes from our starting point in the Vesturdalur valley
where our
adventure will begin with going through basic river rafting instructions and
safety
guidelines with your rafting guide.
From there we set off, rafting our way through the valley's majestic
landscapes before entering the stunning Jökulsá Vestari river canyon. Between stretches of rapids, you will find
yourself sipping steaming hot cocoa made from natural spring water that
bubbles right up from the riverbank! You may well have the opportunity
to face your fears, jumping off a cliff into the river, get caught up in
a friendly water fight, or simply kick back and allow the scenery to
blow you away as you float down the meandering waters of the gorge.
Details:
Price: 7.990 ISK per person.
From the Last Resort rafting base camp in Skagafjörður:
Everyday
at 10:00 AM. Extra departure on Saturdays at 16:00.
From Varmahlíð Town in Skagafjörður: Everyday at 9:30 AM. Extra departure on Saturdays at 15:30.
Guaranteed departures for minimum 2 persons from 1st of June to
the
31st of August
Guaranteed departures for minimum 4 persons from 15th of
May – 31st
May & 1st September – 15th of September.
Distance from Reykjavik: 294 km, 3,5 hour drive or 4,5 hours by bus.
Duration of trip: 3-4 hours (1-2 hours on the river).
Minimum:
2 persons from the 1st of June to the 31st of August. 4 persons
from the 15th of May to the 31st of May and from the 1st of September
to the 15th of September. Maximum: 70 persons.
Age limit: 12 years, if
accompanied by a parent.
Bring
with you:
Dress as you are going on a cold mountain trip! as glacier rivers can be
cold...
* very warm clothing to wear under the raft gear, expect anything you
wear / bring to get wet
* bring only wool, fleece and thermals, NO COTTON!
* base layer pants and sweater
* warm fleece / wool sweater
* warm pants
* Thick warm socks (winter wool socks or hiking socks)
* towel and bathing suit
Extras:
Waterproof Camera: 3.000 ISK
Disclaimer:
All river rafting trips are undertaken on
the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not
assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its
customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to
sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize
that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.