Sea Kayaking day tour on the Hvalfjörður fjord in Iceland, operated from Reykjavík City.

Trip Diffuculty 3+ out of 5 possible. Rated: Challenging

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Day trip, available directly from Reykjavík in Iceland.

This trip will take you kayaking on the serene and beautiful Hvalfjörður fjord. This deep fjord is framed in by mountains that stretch from the sea up to more than 1000 meters. The kayaks are stable and easy to use. You do not need prior experience since your guide will teach you the technique on location. We paddle along the coast and enjoy the magnificent views. Then we take to shore and relax in the quiet icelandic countryside. In short we will pick you up from Reykjavík and take you paddling on one of the most breathtaking fjords in Iceland. Here is your chance to visit this must see location in style!

Guaranteed departures: on Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00am* from the 1st of June - 1st of September. 

* If you are staying at one of the many hotels and guesthouses in the city center then your pick up for your tour will be at 9:00 from our outdoor shop “Cintamani Center” at Laugavegur 11. The shop is located in the heart of the old city center. Click here to see a map of our location.



Click here to see a list of hotels in Reykjavík which are outside the city center and from which we will pick you up.

The Hvalfjord sea kayaking adventure is included on the Fire Island Exploration, our bestselling 5 day adventure trip.

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Details:
Price: 12.990 ISK per person. With pick-up: 14.990 ISK. 

The Fjord Serenity is included in the great value adventure holiday:

Not enough paddling? If you are looking for a multi day kayak tour in Iceland then look no further.

Our Langisjór highland lake paddling combines a hiking, super jeeping and kayaking in one unbeatable package. Click here for more.

Our Island Hopping sea kayaking tour on the Breiðafjörður Bay also includes amazing sight seeing and hiking on Snæfellsnes in West Iceland. Click here for more.

Please note: Sea kayaking tours on open water like the Fjord Serenity are dependent on weather conditions and wave forecast. Like on all outdoor adventures we reserve the right to cancel or change you itinerary at any point with your safety in mind. If your kayaking tour is canceled by us before it starts you will receive a FULL refund and our assistance in finding another adventure to fill your day.

Distance from Reykjavík: 50 km. Duration of trip: approx. 2 hours on the water and 4-5 hours with transfer and gearing up. Available: June - August (depending on weather). Minimum: 4 persons. Maximum: 10 persons. Age limit: 16 years. Bring with you: Warm outdoor clothing i.e. fleece sweater and pants, change of clothing and swimwear. No knowledge of the sport required.

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Disclaimer:
All kayak trips are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents which 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.

What is kayaking? Our kayaks are Dagger Exodus, the best open water kayaks available. They are closed boats so no water gets into them. You glide peacefully through the water, powered by your paddle strokes. You will be wearing a lifejacket; a specially made dry jacket and wet pants that will keep you warm even in the harshest off circumstances. Almost anyone can go paddling with us. Our guides will teach you everything you need to know. They will also paddle with you and are always in reach if anything should happen or if you simply have a question about the scenery!