Iceland’s seas, fjords, rivers and glacier lagoons are made for adventure on the water. Our water-sports and boat-tour collection ranges from sea kayaking beneath towering fjord walls and white-water rafting on glacial rivers to RIB-boat safaris among whales and cruises through the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón lagoon.
Whether you want a gentle paddle, a high-speed boat thrill or a peaceful glide past floating ice, there’s a way to get out on Iceland’s waters. Guides provide safety gear and expertise, so all you need to bring is a sense of adventure.
Sea kayaking, white-water rafting, RIB-boat safaris, whale-watching cruises, glacier-lagoon boat tours, and stand-up paddleboarding.
No — beginner-friendly tours include instruction and all safety gear. More challenging rafting and longer paddles suit those with some experience.
Most run from late spring through summer (roughly May to September), when conditions are mildest and daylight is long.
Warm layers under the provided drysuit or wetsuit, plus a change of clothes. Operators supply life jackets and technical gear.
Yes — cruising among the icebergs of Jökulsárlón is a magical, unique experience and a highlight of many south-coast trips.
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