Combo trip: Self Drive Super Jeep Safari, Sightseeing the Golden Circle & Lava Caving Adventure. Day Tour Available Directly from Reykjavík City.
Trip difficulty 2 out of 5 possible. Rated: Easy
Be the driver of a monster truck on this super jeep self drive adventure! You will drive the 4x4 super jeep off road and visit the Golden Circle, Iceland´s most famous sightseeing route including Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir Hot Springs and Gullfoss Waterfall.
This tour will take you off the beaten path to experience Iceland´s natural gems in the comfort of our 4x4 super jeep. Our first destination is tbeautiful and historic Þingvellir area where the worlds first parliament “Alþingi” was established in 930 AD. It is the only UNESCO‘s cultural world-heritage site in Iceland. Þingvellir is also famous for it´s beautiful nature and unique geology. You can eyewitness the location where the North American and European continental plates are drifting apart.
Next, we take the trail behind the picturesque shield volcano Skjaldbreid along our second biggest glacier, the Langjökull. After about two hours drive on tough trails and some river crossings we get back to normal roads again. Our next stop, Gullfoss, is Iceland´s best known waterfall, it cascades down 32 meters into the mighty glacial river Hvítá. After seeing Gullfoss up close we continue onwards for a short drive to the Geysir geothermal area. There we will eye witness the spouting hotspring in all its power.
Last but not least we wil explore the hidden world in and under the lava field located in the Blue Mountains. Walking down into the lava cave and discovering the marvels that volcanic activity has created in the past is a trip that everyone can undertake and enjoy. The Leiðarendi cave is a perfect example of an Icelandic lava tube and a unique experience where you will explore this dark and quirky world beneath ours. On your underworld adventure you will see the magical rock formations left behind in the last volcanic eruption. In winter the cave is likely to be filled with glistening icicles of all shapes and sizes, a sight not soon forgotten. We will crawl and walk on our journey beneath the surface so be sure to bring good shoes and gloves.
This trip offers an amazing ride through the landscapes and natural forces that have shaped and continue to shape Iceland. The ultimate super-jeep combo trip from Reykjavik!
PLEASE NOTE: Driving a modified 4x4 super jeep can be very demanding and dangerous, especially in icy and wet conditions. Therefore the guide has full authority to take over the driving should he evaluate it necessary.
Off-road driving means driving dirt roads and mountain passes. Due to extreme winter conditions these roads are often hard to drive or even impassable. In such cases the guide has full authority to alter the itinerary.
Drivers have to be over 25 years old and hold a valid drivers license. All our super jeeps are with manual transmission therefore you have to be comfortable with driving a stick shift.
Would you like to super size your Golden Circle visit, cross the Langjökull glacier and stay over night at the Hveravellir hot springs, experience more of the Icelandic Nature?
Click here to find out more about our Langjökull Glacier Crossing.
Disclaimer:
All caving and super jeep 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 have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.
Add 1.000 ISK to rent hiking shoes.
Guaranteed departures:
Everyday from 15th of May - 15th of September for minimum of 4 persons.
Pick-up from Reykjavík, self drive super jeep safari, a visit to
Þingvellir National Park, Geysir and Gullfoss waterfall, caving, caving
gear and lunch.
Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves.
Good hiking shoes are recommended (note: hiking shoes, waterproof
jacket and pants can be rented if you let us know in advance).
10-11 hours.
10 years.
4 persons.
12 persons per guide.
Disclaimer:
All caving and super jeep 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 have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.
U-Drive Super Jeep Tour FAQ
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.
When is the U-Drive Golden summer edition available?
From the 1st of May to the 11th of September.
When is the U-Drive Golden winter edition available?
From the 12th of September to the 30th of April.
When is the U-Drive South Shore available?
All year round.
What is the difference between U-Drive Golden Summer and U-Drive Golden Winter?
The summer edition includes river rafting on Hvítá but the U-Drive Golden Winter includes lava caving.
Is is possible to book a U-Drive Golden with lava caving in summer?
Yes, as a private trip, please contact us to find out prices and availability.
What kind of jeeps do you use on self drive super jeep tours?
We use specially modified 4x4 self-drive vehicles which were especially designed for demanding terrain.. They are Land Rover Defender 110 with a diesel engine and stand on huge 38" tires. They are equipped with a snorkel which draws air for the engine in from above the roof and enables us to drive across deep rivers with our getting water in the engine. Each car has a VHF radio which keeps all jeeps connected to the guide/guiding vehicle, so if you have question or the guide is giving instructions you will receive the crystal clear over the radio. Each car has GPS unit.
Each car also has a special off-road kit installed and its most important component is the air compressor. When we are driving in snow or sand we will take some of the air out of the tires this spreads the weight of the car more evenly and enables us to drive in terrain and conditions you would not believe possible. In some extreme cases we can let the air down to 2 psi (normal psi pressure is 20 psi). So the air compressor allows us to adjust the psi in our tires anywhere and and anytime, according to the conditions. The off road kit also includes a tow line, a hitch for the car and shovel.
Can there be several drivers on a self drive tour?
Yes, no problem you can have up to 5 different drivers in each car with out extra cost.
Will we get stuck on our super jeep tour?
Super jeep tours by definition can be demanding tours in demanding conditions. The jeeps are specially designed to get you where you are going but as in all tours that take place out in the wild Icelandic nature, nature has the last word. There is definitely a possibility that the jeeps will get stuck and that is simply a part of the program, part of the fun. Your guide has expert knowledge of the terrain and plenty of tricks up his sleeve to free the jeeps. On super jeep tours in summer but especially in winter you are almost guaranteed to run into some heavy terrain and difficult conditions so be prepared to grab a shovel and help out! It is like they say, when the going gets tough the tough get shoveling.. : )
What is the self risk amount on self drive super jeep tours?
Our self drive vehicles are rented to you and we then provide a guide to teach you how to drive a super jeep, guide you, tell you about Iceland and generally to help you out. How ever this is a rented car and rules and regulations are the same as for any rental car. If you damage your jeep during your trip the self risk amount is 2.000 Euro. Your guide can drive the car for you at anytime, but when you guide is driving he does so on your behalf and you are also responsible for damages that may incur while you guide drives your jeep for you. This only applies for SELF DRIVE SUPER JEEP TOURS. On driver guided tours Arctic Adventures or its partners (depending on the tour) is responsible for the super jeep.
What happens if I damage or crash the super jeep?
As stated above you will have to pay for any damage to the car up to the amount of 2.000 EUROs.
What happens if the car has a mechanical failure?
If you jeep breaks down then you are not liable for that damage unless the break down is directly caused by your driving (f.ex. if you drive to fast into a river and manage to get water in the engine).
Can I rent a self drive super jeep with out a guide, and travel around Iceland on my own?
Yes you can, please contact us for prices and conditions.
Where to your super jeep trips start?
On all standard trips we will pick you up in Reykjavík, if you are staying at one of the many hotels and guesthouses in downtown Reykjavík your pick up for your tour will be from the Cintamani Center which is our office. How ever if you are staying at one of the following hotels you will be picked up from there: Hotel Hilton Nordica, Hotel Cabin, Grand Hotel, Radisons SAS Saga, Hotel Loftleiðir and Parkinn Hotel. If you are unsure as to the location of your hotel and wether or not we will pick you up or you if you should meet us at our Center, then feel free to contact us and find out : )
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.
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