Ultimate Adventure– Grade 4 Rafting with Drysuits, North Iceland

In Akureyri

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£190 pp
6h 0 mins · 5.0 (458)
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Ultimate Adventure– Grade 4 Rafting with Drysuits, North Iceland
People who have rafted the Zambezi, the Futaleufu, the Karnali come here and call it the best day they've ever spent on a river. That's not our claim. That's what keeps getting said. The East Glacial River runs 18 kilometres through a remote glacial canyon, 150 metres deep, no roads in, Class 4 rapids and plenty of rapids around every single corner. We've been guiding it for 30+ years and it still doesn't get old. Every guest gets a full drysuit, not a wetsuit - so you stay completely warm and dry the entire way through. Almost nobody else in the world does this on a glacial river. No experience needed. Just show up ready.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Transportation between the rafting base and the river
  • Riverside refreshments
  • Transport from Akureyri (only if option selected at time of booking)
  • International rafting federation Qualified, professional raft guides and safety kayakers
  • All rafting equipment: DRYSUIT, PFD, helmet, Skull cap, booties, gloves

What's not included

  • Additional food and drinks, unless specified
  • GRATUITIES
  • PRIVATE_TRANSPORTATION

Itinerary

  1. In one word... AWESOME! The East Glacial River Gorge (Jökulsá-Austari) is the setting for our most action-packed and exciting rafting day tour. With spectacular deep canyon scenery and relentless heart-pumping whitewater, the East has been consistently rated one of Europe’s best rafting rivers and has topped popular guide books’ lists of "must-do's" in Iceland. One of the most remote single-day rafting trips on the planet, this whitewater adventure delivers an unforgettable journey into the untamed beauty of Iceland’s river wilderness. Combine that with a dose of adrenaline strong enough to satisfy the most powerful of cravings. For those traveling to Iceland with a thirst for adventure, this is a day tour not to be missed! (6h 0min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
You’ll find us just 15 km south of Varmahlíð on Road #752—on your left right after crossing a small bridge over a river. Cruise ship adventurers: If our departure time doesn’t line up with your schedule, contact us. We’ll do our best to make it work for you.
End point
You’ll find us just 15 km south of Varmahlíð on Road #752—on your left right after crossing a small bridge over a river. Cruise ship adventurers: If our departure time doesn’t line up with your schedule, contact us. We’ll do our best to make it work for you.

Practical information

Operated by
Viking Rafting
Max group size
33 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 18—but if you're underage and still dreaming of this trip, get in touch. We'll see what’s possible))
  • Recommended items to bring: thermal underwear/base layers, warm fleece top/wool sweater, fleece pants/extra long johns, thick wool socks/hiking socks, change of clothes for after the river, any necessary medications (asthma inhalers, etc.) and waterproof camera (optional)
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 6 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.