Kayaking and Hiking at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

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About the Activity

This is a full day activity which combines glacier hiking and kayaking, and goes via one of the most impressive sights in all of Iceland; one that very few travellers get to see! Crossing the glacier to be rewarded with a magnificent view of the glacier calving front, where huge icebergs break off to start their final journey towards the sea, is something that stays long in the memory. To paddle between icebergs in beautiful blue water is the best way to experience Iceland's greatest natural wonder, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

7 hours

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Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Professional Glacier and Kayak Guide

Use of equipment : Other.

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

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Maximum 6 travellers in this tour.

Hike over Europe's largest glacier to and kayak on Iceland's most famous glacier lagoon: Jökulsárlón. This tour combines glacier hiking and kayaking- but with a twist! By using packrafts (lightweight inflatable kayaks), we are entirely self-sufficient and can carry our equipment across the glacier to reach one of the most impressive sights in Iceland- the calving glacier front of Breiðamerkurjökull. From here, we inflate our kayaks and set off paddling back towards civilisation. Total hiking distance: 3km (2km on glacier) Total kayaking distance: 8km The hiking portion is expected to take around 1 hour. The kayaking should take approximately 3 hours, with at least one break to rest, eat etc. You will be expected to carry a 10kg backpack for 3km. The backpack contains your boat, drysuit, PFD, paddle, extra clothing and food/water. As this tour is a full-day tour, covering complex terrain both hiking and kayaking, it is aimed at travellers in good physical shape. View Location

Activity Locations

JokulsarlonJokulsarlon, Iceland

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Vatnajokull National ParkIceland

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Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

At the main car park at Jökulsárlón you will see a café and a building with toilets. Behind the toilets is an area for commercial vehicles (tour buses etc). We will be parked in the line of tour buses. Look out for our marked 4x4 vehicle.View Location

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Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
This is a long tour that travels through remote terrain. Therefore, travellers should bring all they need to manage any conditions such as allergies (e.g. epipen) or diabetes.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Atlantic/Reykjavik time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by North TidesCreated on 02 May 2025Created on 02 Jun 2025

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