Golden Circle & River Fun Rafting
Explore the must do sights in Iceland on the Golden Circle and raft the thrilling and scenic glacier river Hvítá.
Price: 34,990 ISK
Children 11-15 yrs: 26,290 ISK
Starting point : Pick-up from accommodation Reykjavík.
Departures: Daily at 08:00 May - September.
Duration: 9-10 hours
Tour Description
We present to you, the perfect day in Iceland. This combination tour explores The Golden Circle with its amazing sights and allows you to enjoy Icelandic nature from a unique angle, on a boat cruising down a glacier river.
First stop on the adventure is Þingvellir national park, abode to the oldest parliament in the world and a certified UNESCO national heritage site. Not only that, it is also home to one of the most splendid geological sites in Iceland. The park resides in a rift valley that indicates the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and the border between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Furthermore, it is in Þingvellir that we also encounter Iceland’s largest natural lake.
Next stop is Geysir, AKA the original, world renowned Geysir. There, the earth tremors as boiling hot water erupts from the ground. The last stop on the Golden Circle is the extremely iconic Gullfoss Waterfall. It never ceases to amaze us, each time, our heart plunges upon viewing its sheer force and its source of seemingly endless water. Gullfoss collapses dramatically into Hvítá river, a river you will become more acquainted with during your rafting trip.
Next on the itinerary is RAFTING on the Hvítá river, originating from Langjökull glacier. The river features a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and exhilarating waves. Believe us, this is the perfect activity to contrast sightseeing, venturing into the refreshing glacial water and experiencing the power of a real glacier river. After the bigger rapids, you will be amazed as you sail down the breathtaking Brúarhlöður canyon.
A word to the wise, no need to worry about the cold water and the cold temperatures of Iceland as rafting is the original Icelandic adventure, a trip of pure enjoyment. We provide wet-suits to keep you warm, and life-jackets to keep you afloat. The trip is for everyone that is up for a little adventure and is fitting for most ages and abilities.
We truly believe this is the best way to tour the Golden Circle, with an exhilarating rafting trip! Time to get wet!
What’s included?
Guided sightseeing of the Golden Circle
Rafting trip down the scenic Hvítá with an expert guide
All necessary rafting equipment; wetsuit, life-jacket, neoprene shoes, helmet and paddle
Visit to the famous Brúarhlöð canyon
Hot sauna and shower after the river
What to bring?
Warm wool or fleece sweater and thermal underwear (pants) to wear underneath the wetsuit. Warm wool socks. This might get wet during your tour. Don’t wear cotton as it will not keep you warm when wet.
Bathing suit to wear underneath the neoprene pants on the river and for the sauna.
Towel
Change of clothing
Important information
You can add pick up and transfer from your Reykjavík hotel or accommodation for an additional fee.
We welcome children from the age of 11 to join the River Fun Rafting. In the tour Family River Fun Rafting we also welcome kids from 8 years so there is something for everybody. There is no upper age limit as long as you are healthy and are willing to get wet in cold waters.
What is Drumbó River Base?
Drumbó River Base is our beloved rafting headquarters situated within the golden circle. From Reykjavík, it takes 1.5 hours to reach Drumbó. All of our rafting tours begin from Drumbó and there we get geared up for rafting. At Drumbó you find:
Changing rooms
Showers
Sauna
Bar and coffee
Restaurant