Add 5.000 ISK to upgrade for a solo snowmobile.
Add 2.000 ISK to exhange rafting for canoeing.
Guaranteed departures:
Wednesdays and Saturdays from 15th of May to 15th of September with minimum of 2 persons. Other days with minimum of 6 persons.
Pick-up from Reykjavík, river rafting on Hvítá River, lunch at the Drumbó basecamp and one hour of snowmobiling with two persons sharing a snowmobile and snow gear.
For the river rafting part: a warm fleece or wool sweater, bathing suit, change of clothing and a towel.
For the snowmobile part: Warm outdoor clothing. We will lend you all the necessary equipment i.e snow suit and more.
12 hours.
8 years as a passenger on the snowmobile, 12 years for rafting the whole river and 10 years for half of the river.
2 persons.
12 persons per guide.
100 km / 62 miles
Disclaimer:
All adventure trips are undertaken on
the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not
assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its
customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants may have
to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize
that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.
How do I book and what information do you need from me?
There are a few different ways you can book our trips. First of all you can book almost all our trips right here on our website.
There is a booking window on each trip page and we do recommend that
you book and pay for your trip there with some time to spare as we keep
our groups small and frequently sell out.
If the trip you would like to book is not bookable online then
you can call us directly at our office, the phone number is 00354 562
7000. Another way is to send us an e-mail with an inquiry, our e-mail
address is info@adventures.is .
What we need to have is your name, how many people are in your party,
where you are staying and some way of contacting you either an e-mail or
a phone number.
How do I pay?
There are three ways in which you can pay for the trips that you book with us.
1. You can pay through the internet, through our booking website. This is by far the easiest, safest and fastest way to reserve and pay for your adventure.
If you choose this way then you will receive a voucher via e-mail which
you will need to print and bring along on your trips. If you are going
on a multi day trip then you will receive one voucher for all of the
trips via e-mail and we will make you separate vouchers for each of your
trips, which will be waiting your arrival in Iceland at our office at
Laugavegur 11.
2. You can pay via phone, the phone number is +354 562 7000.
If you choose to pay through phone then your vouchers will be waiting
for you when you come to Iceland, either at our office at Laugavegur 11
or at your hotel.
3. Sometimes you can pay when you arrive to start your trip, but this is only possible in special circumstance.
Please Note: However you pay, you will always get a voucher: REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR VOUCHER ALONG FOR YOUR TRIP!
Where is your Reykjavík Office located and when are you open?
Our office is at Laugavegur 11, the main shopping street in
Reykjavík. There you can get all the information that you need, be it
about the trips that you want to go to or just general information about
Reykjavík. You can also book and pay for various day trips. Over the
summer season (June-August) we are open from 08:00-21:00 Monday-Saturday
and 10:00-18:00 on Sundays. All other times of year we are open
10:00-18:00 Mondays-Fridays, 11:00-16:00 Saturdays and closed on
Sundays. But you can reach on our emergency cell phone line:
+354-898-0410.
What currency do you accept?
We only accept the Icelandic króna. Our website presents prices is ISK
and in EURO, the EURO price is obtained by converting it with the
currency exchange rate of the Icelandic Federal Bank. If you would like
to calculate the price of our tours in some other currency you can do so
here.
How long time does the tour River Fun take?
The tour takes 7-8 hours total with transfer from Reykjavík. 3 hours if
you meet us at Drumbó; this includes transfer from Drumbó to the river,
getting dressed and instructions from the guides on river rafting. You
are around 1,5 hours rafting on the river.
Can I visit the Golden Circle and still go river rafting on the same day?
Yes, no problem. If you have your own rental car you can follow the
instructions provided here above. If you would like a guided tour you
can join our super popular day tour;
The Golden Grand Slam, which combines river rafting on Hvítá with visits to the Geysir Hot Springs, Gullfoss Waterfall and Þingvellir National Park.
How many people are in each boat?
Our rafts sit 8 to 12 people and depending on the group size each day we
arrange paddlers in boats so that every one is comfortable.
Do you do private departures?
Yes we arrange private departures on the Hvítá River, please contact our office for further information:
Info@adventures.is
What are the facilities at the Drumbó Base Camp?
The Drumbó Base Camp has a reception, bar, restaurant, sauna, hot tubs,
showers, changing rooms and a great veranda to sip a cold beer after
your adventure. The Drumbó is pretty much the perfect rafting base... : )
How far is Drumbó Base Camp from Reykjavík?
98 kilometers/ 61 miles.
How far is Drumbó Base Camp from the Geysir Hot Springs?
10 kilometers/ 6,2 miles.
How far is Drumbó Base Camp from Gullfoss Waterfall?
12 kilometers/ 7,5 miles.
How long have you been in business?
We have been in rafting on the Hvítá river since 1983 which makes us one of the longest running rafting operations in Europe.
What is the minimum age for a participant in the River Fun tour?
Kids 12 years old and older can raft the whole river if accompanied by a guardian.
Kids between 10 and 12 can raft half way, for half price.
Do I have to know how to swim to go on the River Fun tour?
Yes, absolutely, each paddler on a rafting boat has to know how to swim.
Can I drink alcohol before going river rafting?
No absolutely not. The consumption of alcohol makes you more prone to
hypothermia and makes you do unpredictable mistakes (as you probably
know : ). It is therefore strictly prohibited, if we suspect that
participants are intoxicated we will prohibit them from joining the
tour.
What do I have to bring with me for my River Fun tour?
You have to bring; your swimming wear (or a change of underclothing) to
wear under your rafting pants, a warm fleece or a wool sweater to wear
under your rafting jacket (it will get wet) and a towel to dry of after
your trip. Every thing else we will provide.
Click here to see the equipment we will provide for you on your rafting trip.
Do you recommend the River Fun tour if I have no experience of rafting?
Yes, this is the perfect rafting trip for first
timers! If you have rafted before and are looking for some extra
adrenaline you can join the River Ride tour or even the Beast of The East (which is operated from another base camp in North Iceland)
Can white water rafts sink?
The rafts that we use are made of very strong, specially made rubber
and each boat is split up into several compartments. This means that on
the rare occasion a boat is punctured all odds are that just one
compartment is leaking, so rafts do not generally sink.
Is there a guide in each boat?
Yes there is a specially trained and certified river guide in each one of our boats.
How do we get from Drumbó base camp to the river?
We will drive you with your group to the river in one of our famous raft buses, just wait and see...!
Can I bring my camera on the raft?
Well, you can bring it if you like, but if it is not waterproof then
it will 100% get ruined. You can buy disposable waterproof cameras at
the Drumbó Base Camp. Sometimes we have a staff photographer on the
trips that sells his photos after the tour, but that is not guaranteed.
Do I get a life jacked (personal floating device)?
Yes we provide a PFD for every one.
What is the age limit for snow scooters?
To drive the scooters you need a valid international car driver’s
license. For sitting at the back of the scooter the age limit is 8 years old.
What clothing is provided?
We provide winter overalls, gloves, warm head wear and a helmet.
What do I need to bring?
Warm outdoor clothing and good hiking shoes!
If I want to drive to the glacier, can I go there by a regular car?
No you will need a jeep, a 4x4 jeep and that is only in summer time. In
the winter time you need a Super-Jeep and qualified driver to get to the
base camp. All our winter snowmobile tours include the transfer from
Reykjavík to the Langjökull Glacier.
If I don´t have a 4x4 car, can I meet the guide on the way?
Yes we can pick you up from Gullfoss, the pick up from Gullfoss and the pick up is at 09:30 and 14:30.
What is the difference between Glacier Ride & Golden Glacier Ride?
The
Glacier Ride is only available in the summer time
and includes a direct transfer to the Langjökull Glacier and a one hour
trip on the glacier. The
Golden Glacier Ride includes
sightseeing on the Golden Circle with stops at Þingvellir National Park,
Geysir Hot Springs and Gullfoss Waterfall before going to the glacier
for a one hour long trip on the snow mobiles.
When is the Golden Glacier Ride available?
All year round.
When is the Glacier Ride available?
In the summer, from the 15th of May to the 11th of September.
When is the Iceland Elements available?
In the summer, from the 15th of May to the 11th of September.
On which glacier are the Glacier Ride, Glacier Cruiser, Golden Glacier Ride and Iceland Elements snow mobile tours performed?
All these trips take place on the Langjökull Glacier (e. Long Glacier)
and our basecamp is located on the Kjölur highland road a few kilometers
above the Gullfoss Waterfall in South Iceland.
How do I book and what information do you need from
me?
There are three ways in which you can pay for the trips that you book
with us.
1. You can pay through the internet, through our booking website. This
is by far the easiest, safest and fastest way to reserve and pay for
your adventure. If you choose this way then you will receive a voucher
via e-mail which you will need to print and bring along on your trips.
If you are going on a multi day trip then you will receive one voucher
for all of the trips via e-mail and we will make you separate vouchers
for each of your trips, which will be waiting your arrival in Iceland at
our office at Laugavegur 11.
2. You can pay via phone, the phone number is +354 562 7000. If you
choose to pay through phone then your vouchers will be waiting for you
when you come to Iceland, either at our office at Laugavegur 11 or at
your hotel.
3. Sometimes you can pay when you arrive to start your trip, but this is
only possible in special circumstance.
Please Note: However you pay, you will always get a voucher:
REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR VOUCHER ALONG FOR YOUR TRIP!
How much notice do I need for my booking?
We recommend that you book your trip with at least 2 days notice, but if
you intend to visit Iceland in the summer season we recommend you book
with as much notice as you can since our trips are very popular and they
frequently sell out in high season.
What currency do you accept?
We only accept the Icelandic króna. Our website
presents prices is ISK and in EURO, the EURO price is obtained by
converting it with the currency exchange rate of the Icelandic Federal
Bank. If you would like to calculate the price of our tours in some
other currency you can do so here.
Do you do private departures?
Yes we arrange private trips and custom make super
jeep tours all the time. Just contact our office and start the planning!
You can email us here.
Where is your Reykjavík Office located and when are
you open?
Our office is at Laugavegur 11, the main shopping
street in Reykjavík. There you can get all the information that you
need, be it about the trips that you want to go to or just general
information about Reykjavík. You can also book and pay for various day
trips. Over the summer season (June-August) we are open from 08:00-21:00
Monday-Saturday and 10:00-18:00 on Sundays. All other times of year we
are open 10:00-18:00 Mondays-Fridays, 11:00-16:00 Saturdays and closed
on Sundays. But you can reach on our emergency cell phone line:
+354-898-0410.
Do I need a insurance before going on one of your
trips?
We recommend that you have personal health
insurance coverage when participating in adventure activities in
Iceland, we actually recommend that when ever and where ever you travel
you take out a good travel insurance..as world travelers our selves it
has saved us money and aggravation many times..
What is the Golden Circle?
The Golden Circle is a name for the very popular
sight seeing route that connects Reykjavík with Þingvellir National
Park, Geysir Hot Springs and Gullfoss Waterfall. We offer several Golden
Circle trips that combine sightseeing with some of our adventure tours.
Check out the Golden Grand Slam (which includes river rafting), the
Golden Glacier Ride (which includes a snowmobile trip on Langjökull),
the Treasure Island ( and the U-Drive Golden (which includes river
rafting and a super jeep self drive trip).
How do Arctic Adventures, Arctic Rafting, the
Glacier Guides, the Cintamani Center and Reykjavík Backpackers connect?
We are one family of companies that work together
and share facilities (f.ex. we all have the same office in Reykjavík).
We also share guides, vehicles and equipment in order to run an
organized and professional operation. All of these companies are run by
guides and adventures and owned by guides and adventurers.
How long have you been in business?
We have been in rafting on the Hvítá river since
1983 which makes us one of the longest running rafting operations in
Europe. Since the late 1990s we have been adding more and more
activities to our selection. So we are NOT a travel agency, we are an
adventure operator, owned by guides and world travelers and run by
guides and adventurers.
What is the minimum age for a participant on a your
tours?
Each one of our tours have unique characteristics
and different age limits, how ever you can generally assume that kids 10
years and older, with shoe size 35 EURO or larger can participate in
our tours more easy going tours. On demanding tours we generally have a
age limit of 18 years. On motorized activity tours participants that
want to drive (f.ex. snowmobiles) you will need to be at least 17 years
old and hold a valid driving license. Younger kids and those that would
not like to drive can in most cases sit at the back of the quad or
snowmobile. If you are going on a U-Drive Self Drive Super Jeep tour
then all drivers have to be 25 years old.
Can I drink alcohol before or during your tours?
No absolutely not. The consumption of alcohol makes
you more prone to hypothermia and makes you to unpredictable mistakes
(as you probably know : ). It is therefore strictly prohibited, if we
suspect that participants are intoxicated we will prohibit them from
joining the tour.
What do I have to bring with me for my tour?
Each tour is different and you will need to bring
different things. How ever there are certain things that you always have
to bring with you. Remember this is ICEland and for you to have a
pleasant experience here in the High North it is vital that you bring
good outdoor clothing. No one should come to Iceland (it does no matter
if you are coming in summer or winter) with out a good water and wind
proof jacket and pants, good, sturdy, waterproof hiking shoes, a warm
hat that breaks the wind, good warm gloves, good warm woolen or other
thermal undergarments. Also if you are visiting Iceland in the winter
time it is good to bring a down jacket and ski pants. In Iceland there
is no such thing a bad weather, just bad equipment and not the right
clothing.
When can I bring my camera along?
On all our trips that are NOT water based you can
bring you camera along, and you should definitely bring one since
Iceland is positively full of amazing, scenic views!
Here is short briefing on safety and insurance:
Ensuring the safety of all our participants is our
first and foremost priority. However, due to the nature of outdoor and
adventure activities, we are subject to the same environmental risks as
in any wild natural environment. Should you wish to participate in one
of our trips, we ask you to be prepared to sign a contract with us
stipulating that you are fit to participate in such activities and
assume all risks inherent in doing so.
If I am travelling solo, can I book a trip or is
there always a minimum of 2 people?
There is a minimum of 2 people for most of our
trips, we usually run the trips on the guaranteed departure dates. If
you are interested in some trips and are traveling alone we can put you
on waiting list and contact you if more people book the trip. Also in
many cases, especially in summer time we already have a booking and you
can join that group.