Excursions
If you would like to discuss how these excursions can fit into your holiday itinerary, please contact our team via the enquiry form or call 01737 214 250.
The following excursions are available :
Blue Ice - Glacier Hiking & Ice Climbing
| Region: | Reykjavik, South West |
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| Duration: | 4 hrs (9 hrs with transfers from Reykjavik) |
| Price: | from £106 per person |
| Departures: | Year round, daily at 09:00* |
This excursion takes you to the frozen glacial tongue of Solheimajokull. Accompanied by an expert guide, walk with crampons up onto the ice field where a wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges and crevasses awaits. Along the way can try your hand at ice climbing (equipment provided) on one of the impressive ice walls. Includes approx. 4 hrs on the glacier, glacier gear and safety equipment. Bring warm clothing, rain gear and hiking boots. *Available with transfers from Reykjavik, or meet at the Solheimajokull car park (11:30 daily for self-drive clients).
Minimum age 14 years. Level: easy.
Blue Lagoon
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | at leisure |
| Price: | from £23 per adult |
| Departures: | daily |
The award-winning Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s premier attractions. Set amidst a field of black basalt lava, the temperature in this stunning lagoon averages a relaxing 35-40°C and powder-blue mineral rich waters mix with seawater. The concept is ingenious, the experience therapeutic and totally relaxing.
Horse Riding in Snaefellsnes
| Region: | Snaefellsnes |
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| Duration: | 1.5 hrs |
| Price: | £24 |
| Departures: | Year round |
Imagine riding along a beach of golden sand, while watching seals playing in the sea. Head to Lysuholl farm then set off on a sure-footed horse, riding the Icelandic way. Enjoy a short excursion (approx. 1.5 hrs) on horseback exploring the magical and scenic Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Ice and Fire Sightseeing Flight
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | 1¼ -1¾ hours |
| Price: | £220 per person |
| Departures: | daily 10:00 & 14:00 |
Fly by small aircraft over Iceland's breathtaking topography. Fly over the Tindfjallajokull glacier; the infamous Eyjafjallajokull eruption area, Mt Hekla, Gullfoss, Geysir and Thingvellir. This excursion offers superb opportunities to capture some truly unique landscapes on camera!
Laugar Spa and Fitness Centre Day Pass
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | 1 day |
| Price: | £25 per person |
| Departures: | Year-round |
Indulge yourself and unwind at this top class spa resort, which opened in 2004 and is located just a short drive from downtown Reykjavik, in the Laugardalur valley, where you will find hot springs, botanical gardens, a family zoo and an activity park.
Quad Biking in Reykjanes Peninsula
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | 1-4 hours on ATV |
| Price: | from £53 per adult |
| Departures: | Year round |
Choice of tours from Grindavik, riding a quad-bike (all-terrain vehicle ATV). Drive through lava fields and black sands of the Reykanes Peninsula.
River Rafting Fun in the South West
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | 3-4 hours (7-8 hrs with transfers) |
| Price: | from £42 per person |
| Departures: | daily at 08:30-09:00 / 12:00-12:30 (May-Oct) |
Enjoy a thrilling rafting excursion on the Hvita River (pronounced Kveetau) - one of the most popular adventure activities in Iceland. The Hvita river is just a little more than an hour from Reykjavik and has a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and adrenaline pumping waves and rapids. Available either including transfers from Reykjavik, or meet the excursion at the rafting base camp, near Geysir hot springs (for self-drive clients).
Entrance to the sauna at the base camp is included, together with soup and bread! Minimum age 12 yrs. Suitable for beginner rafters.
River Ride - White Water Canoeing in the South West
| Region: | Reykjavik, South West |
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| Duration: | 3-4 hrs (7-8 hrs with transfers) |
| Price: | from £50 per person |
| Departures: | daily (May-Sep) |
Enjoy an exciting and active excursion on the water! Paddle 7 kilometres down the Hvita river, experiencing a thrilling combination of calm canyons, rushing rapids and even the chance to jump from a cliff into the river! Recommended for those with rafting experience (two people sit together in the canoe, with guide in accompanying craft). Available either including transfers from Reykjavik, or meet the excursion at the rafting base camp, near Geysir hot springs (for self-drive clients).
Snowmobiling and Superjeep on Langjokull Glacier
| Region: | Reykjavik |
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| Duration: | 10 hours |
| Price: | £395 per person |
| Departures: | daily at 08:00 Dec-Jun |
Experience a thrilling full day excursion, travelling by superjeep and snowmobile on the beautiful Langjokull glacier, close to the famous Gullfoss waterfalls and Geysir hotsprings. This truly is an action-packed day.
Snowmobiling on Langjokull - Glacier Ride
| Region: | Reykjavik, South West |
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| Duration: | 3 hrs (6-7 hrs from Reykjavik) |
| Price: | from £128 per person |
| Departures: | Year round, daily at 12-12:30 |
Take an exhilarating one hour snowmobiling trip on the Langjokull glacier; Iceland's second largest, expanding over an incredible 953 km² and an astounding 50 km in length! Minimum age 10 yrs as a passenger on the snowmobile. To drive a snowmobile you must hold a full valid driving license.
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