Canyoning under Vatnajökull Glacier near Höfn

Enjoy Iceland's beautiful nature on a unique canyoning experience under Vatnajökull Glacier near Höfn, the only one in the area!

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From€192
5.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll embark on a moderate canyoning excursion under the Vatnajökull Glacier.

Course of events

- Arrive at the starting point near Höfn

- Meet the certified instructor

- Receive canyoning equipment (helmet, harness, wet suit, neoprene boots, neoprene gloves, lanyards)

- Safety briefing and instructions

- The canyoning adventure begins!

- Walk to Vatnajökull Glacier

- Traverse under the glacier by jumping, swimming, sliding and abseiling

- Return to the starting point near Höfn

- Enjoy hot drinks and your packed lunch

Activity requirements

Canyoning experience is not necessary, however, you should be able to hike with ease up to 5 km (3 mi) on uneven ground and rolling hill terrain.

Basic swimming skills are also required for this activity.

Pregnant people and those with back or heart problems are not advised to participate in this activity.

Special terms

A form about your medical and physical condition will be filled on site.

Meeting point:
Haukafell Campground, Road 986, Höfn í hornafirði 781, Iceland
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Certified instructor
  • Canyoning equipment (harness, lanyards)
  • Hooded wet suit
  • Helmet
  • Neoprene boots
  • Neoprene gloves
  • Hot drinks
Excluded
  • Lunch
Do not forget to bring
  • Dry change of clothes
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Thick socks
  • Flip flops/watershoes
  • Waterproof phone case
  • Lunch