River rafting on the Jökulsá Vestari, West Glacier River in North Iceland.
River difficulty 2+ out of 5 possible – Easy / Family Adventure
Nothing creates bonds and deepens friendships like family adventure vacations. Discovering river history and folklore, as well as the excitement of white water rafting will provide both fun and learning for the whole family. We at Arctic Rafting understand the importance of creating memorable family adventure for children and adults who want to share the most unforgettable, fun-filled adventure possible.
Our family river rafting tour on the Vestari Jökulsá, through its towering and magical canyon, is one of our most scenic and fun trips! We start with gearing up all the necessary equipment in our base camp, 10 km from the Varmahlíð village in North Iceland. From our base we only have a 15-minute drive into the Vesturdalur valley where our adventure starts with going over relevant instruction and safety guidelines.
From there we set off, winding our way through the valley's majestic landscapes before drifting deep into the confines of stunning West Glacial 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 catch some air 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.
Guaranteed departures for minimum 2 persons from the 1st of June to the 31st of August:
Guaranteed departures for minimum 4 persons from the 1st of May to the 31st of May & 1st of September to the 1st of October:
From the
Hafgrímsstaðir rafting base camp in Skagafjörður: Everyday at 10:30 AM & 14:30 PM.
From
Varmahlíð Town in Skagafjörður: Everyday 10:00 AM & 14:00 PM.
From Reykjavík City: Everyday at 8:30AM* from BSI bus terminal in Reykjavik..
From Akureyri Town: Everyday at 8:30 AM from SBA bus terminal in Akureyri.
* On all trips that start in Reykjavík you will have to stay one night in Varmahlíð or the surrounding farmhouses (see the package here below); your river trip will start at 10:30 AM on the following morning and the bus trip back to Reykjavík leaves at 18:20 or onwards to Akureyri at 21:50.
Details:
Price: 7.990 ISK per person.
From Reykjavík:
Price with pick-up from BSI bus terminal in Reykjavík, two hour horse riding tour on the afternoon of the first day, one nights stay in a guesthouse in Varmahlíð, river rafting in the morning on the second day, BBQ dinner after the trip and transfer back to Reykjavík:
42.990 ISK. CLICK HERE TO BOOK THIS VERSION OF THE TOUR
From Akureyri:
Price with pick up from SBA bus terminal in Akureyri, two hour horse riding tour in the morning and river rafting in the afternoon, lunch after riding and BBQ dinner after the rafting trip and transfer back to Akureyri at 21:55 PM at
29.990 ISK. CLICK HERE TO BOOK THIS VERSION OF THE TOUR
Pick-up from Reykjavík is available everyday from the 1st of May to the 31st of August at 8:30 AM from the BSI bus terminal in down town Reykjavik. Please be there 20 minutes before your departure.
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. Minimum: 4 persons from the 1st of May to the 31st of May and from the 1st of September to the 1st of October. Maximum: 120 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 & bathing suit
Click here for
details on our cancellation policy.
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.