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East Glacial River – Grade 4 Rafting with Drysuits, North Iceland

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East Glacial River – Grade 4 Rafting with Drysuits, North Iceland
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About

Get ready to conquer Iceland’s wildest whitewater. The East Glacial River isn’t just a rafting trip. It’s Iceland’s wildest river adventure! It´s packed with exciting Grade 4/4+ rapids, stunning canyon views, and pure, unforgettable fun. No experience? No problem. Our friendly, world-class guides will show you everything you need to know. Worried about the cold? Don’t be. We’ll gear you up in a full drysuit (yes, really!) so you stay warm, dry, and comfortable no matter the weather or splash fa

Get ready to conquer Iceland’s wildest whitewater. The East Glacial River isn’t just a rafting trip. It’s Iceland’s wildest river adventure! It´s packed with exciting Grade 4/4+ rapids, stunning canyon views, and pure, unforgettable fun. No experience? No problem. Our friendly, world-class guides will show you everything you need to know. Worried about the cold? Don’t be. We’ll gear you up in a full drysuit (yes, really!) so you stay warm, dry, and comfortable no matter the weather or splash factor. Whether you're a total beginner or a thrill-seeker looking for the best rafting in Iceland, this is the trip people from around the world are raving about. Come see why it’s one of Europe’s top-rated whitewater experiences!

Quick info

Duration
6 hours
Languages
English
Mobile ticket
Accepted

What's Included

Included

Transportation between the rafting base and the river

Other

Riverside refreshments

Other

Transport from Akureyri (only if option selected at time of booking)

Other

International rafting federation Qualified, professional raft guides and safety kayakers

Other

All rafting equipment: DRYSUIT, PFD, helmet, Skull cap, booties, gloves

Other

Not Included

Additional food and drinks, unless specified

Other

Gratuities

Fees

Private transportation

Transportation amenities

Meeting and Pickup

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.

Itinerary

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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!

6 hours

Additional Information

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

Available Languages

English

Cancellation Policy

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

Refund Schedule

1+ days before
100% refund
Within 1 days
0% refund
Cancellation possible due to bad weather
Cancellation possible if minimum number of travelers not met

Reviews

5.0
444 reviews

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