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White Water Rafting Day Trip from Hafgrímsstaðir: Grade 4 Rafting on the East Glacial River
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369 Ratings
Varmahlíð
Experience the thrill of Grade 4 white water rafting on the East Glacial River in Iceland. Explore breathtaking scenery and conquer exciting rapids on this remote and unforgettable day trip.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hafgrímsstaðir - 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!
What's Included
- Transport between rafting base and river included
- Optional Akureyri transfer available at booking
- Riverside refreshments with waffles and hot chocolate
- Complete rafting gear: drysuit, PFD, helmet, booties, gloves
- Professional raft guides and safety kayakers
What's Not Included
- Additional food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Additional Information
The East Glacial River in Iceland is known for its thrilling rapids, astonishing landscapes, and its status as one of the most isolated single-day river locations worldwide. Experience firsthand the reason behind its consistent recognition as one of the top rafting day trips in Europe, and why it frequently makes an appearance on ‘must-do’ lists in various popular guide books for Iceland.
- Minimum age is 18 years
- 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
Location
Viking Rafting
Hafgrímsstaðir
We are located 15km south of Varmahlíð on Road #752. We are on your LEFT just after crossing a little bridge over a river.
NOTE for cruise ship adventurers: Please contact us if our departure time doesn't suit your schedule. We will do our best to make it happen :)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Carolinaa3696
Aug 4, 2024
What a fun! 💪🏼 - Absolutely fantastic rafting experience! 🌊 Had a blast navigating the wild rapids and laughing all the way. Huge shoutout to Mark, our guide, who kept us entertained with his hilarious jokes and expert skills. He made sure we had a safe, thrilling, and unforgettable adventure. Thanks, Mark, for making it such a memorable trip! Can't wait to ride the waves with you again! 🚣♂️😄
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Diogo
Aug 2, 2024
Rafting experience - I had an incredible rafting experience! The team was extremely professional and attentive, ensuring our safety at all times. The scenery was breathtaking, and the adrenaline rush from the rapids was unforgettable. Andy food was amazing also! I highly recommend it to anyone looking for adventure and fun. Can’t wait to do it again!
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N8723eharminh
Aug 1, 2024
Wet fun - Woo that was awesome - enough to make me write a review! This was our first but for sure not the last time rafting. Thank you Mark, Tarzan, Monika, Benjy and Amy for the fun! Thank you for the warm welcome Sarah and Bahlu! 100% recommend, best activity in Iceland!
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Zamaja
Aug 1, 2024
Best experience in Iceland - Best fun ever!!! Shout-out to the whole rafting team: Mark, Tarzan, Monica, Benji, Amy! Great guiding, awesome mix of professionalism and humor! Thank you for the warm welcome Sara and for wonderful lunch Andy <3
PS Bhalu is the cutest!!
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Majaby7705nt
Aug 1, 2024
Perfect day out on the river - Thank you Marc, Monica, Amy, Tarzan and Benjy for an amazing and unforgettable experience on the east glacial river! The combination of action, fun and adrenaline was priceless. The food afterwards was particularly welcome! Five stars all round, would recommend it to anyone who’s looking to do something special on this island.
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H9402ycelizac
Jul 28, 2024
Fantastic rafting experience - Such a good rafting experience! The guides were great, fantastic scenery and such a fun day! Felt very safe despite some big rapids :)
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T6302mgalexv
Jul 28, 2024
Best day trip in Iceland - Best activity of our whole Iceland trip! If you're looking for an active day with lots of fun, amazing scenery and awesome guides, this is the thing for you!
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Marce1998
Jul 21, 2024
Incredible experience! - Awesome ride! The tour was amazing. Breathtaking views. And the whole staff was super prepared as well as very kind. The food afterwards was delicious. Thank you Anup, Russell, Chris, Pablo (best pictures), Lucas and Monica!
Definitely a worthwhile experience. 10/10!
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Patrick137h
Jul 17, 2024
Action loaded experience guided by a fantastic team! - The Viking Rafting team is just world class. Incredibly professional and funny team at the same time! The gear is top and they make sure everything is clear to you before you go on the river and while you are on the rafts. In addition logistics are just perfectly organised to make it a very smooth experience. Mark’s humour is special but very entertaining and at times funny ;P
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Kcp120
Jul 15, 2024
Rafting community beyond the river - All of the guides were top tier! They all travel around the world following the best white water. With decades of experience, they are knowledgeable and confident, and they want you to have the best experience possible. They go out of their way to welcome you into the rafting community. We have done many commercial rafting trips and we have never felt so welcome as we did today. They provided some of the best gear in the industry including quality dry suits. They took the time to explain how everything works all the way down to recommending what base layers to wear. They provided hot tea on arrival with a smile, fresh and local snacks on the river and a delicious restaurant quality lunch. The river is spectacular! The canyon plunges deep down to a natural flow glacier river. Multiple big hits made for a great ride! A special thank you to our guide Lucas 🤙🏼 I hope the company really buys you a beer and we look forward to rafting with you again in Patagonia.
If you enjoy rafting, good vibes, and a great community look no further than the TEAM at Viking Rafting
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