Family River Fun Rafting
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DURATION
4 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
8 Years
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Price
ISK 19.990
Tour Highlights:
- Enjoy family-friendly rafting on the Hvítá River
- Designed for families with children from 8 years old
- Raft approximately 4 km through gentle, playful rapids
- Experience the beautiful Brúarhlöð Canyon
- No previous rafting experience required
- Relax in a hot sauna and showers after the adventure
Included:
- Family rafting trip on the Hvítá River
- Expert rafting guide
- Wetsuit
- Life jacket
- Neoprene shoes
- Helmet and paddle
- Access to sauna and showers after rafting
- Small-group experience with approximately 8–10 people per raft
Family Rafting in Iceland
Bring the whole family on an unforgettable Family Rafting Iceland adventure on the beautiful Hvítá glacial river. Designed especially with younger adventurers in mind, this easy rafting experience combines gentle rapids, games and spectacular Icelandic scenery.
The journey begins from Brúarhlöð Canyon, where the river becomes calmer and more suitable for children. Paddle approximately 4 kilometres down Hvítá, enjoying playful waves, friendly rapids and plenty of opportunities for splashing and fun along the way.
With a minimum age of 8 years and no previous rafting experience required, this is a fantastic introduction to river rafting for families.
Raft the Hvítá Glacial River
Hvítá originates from Langjökull glacier and flows through some of South Iceland’s most impressive landscapes.
Unlike the standard River Fun Rafting tour, this family experience begins farther downstream, where the water is smoother and more child-friendly.
An expert rafting guide accompanies your group throughout the journey, allowing the whole family to experience the river in a fun and supportive environment.
Fun for Younger Adventurers
The Family Fun Rafting experience was created specifically so younger children can join the adventure.
Expect approximately 4 kilometres of rafting with gentle rapids, games and plenty of splashing while taking in the scenery around Brúarhlöð Canyon.
Each raft accommodates approximately 8–10 people, creating a small-group experience on the river.
Warm Up at Drumbó River Base
All necessary rafting equipment is provided, including a wetsuit, life jacket, neoprene shoes, helmet and paddle.
After your adventure, return to Drumbó River Base, where you can warm up with a hot sauna and shower.
Changing rooms, showers, a restaurant, bar and coffee are also available at the base.
The complete experience lasts approximately 3 hours, making it an easy family adventure to combine with a day exploring the Golden Circle area.
Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum age is 8 years, making this a great introduction to rafting for families with younger adventurers.
No. No previous rafting experience is required, although participants should be comfortable floating in water.
The river journey covers approximately 4 km on the Hvítá River, with gentle rapids, playful waves and games along the way. The complete experience lasts around 3 hours.
Yes. A wetsuit, life jacket, neoprene shoes, helmet and paddle are all provided.
Yes. After the river adventure, you can warm up with access to the sauna and showers at Drumbó River Base.
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Minimum age: 8 years
- The rafting section covers approximately 4 km of the Hvítá River
- No previous rafting experience is required
- Guests should be comfortable floating in water
- Please arrive at Drumbó River Base 15 minutes before departure
- Each raft accommodates approximately 8–10 participants
- Changing rooms, showers and sauna are available at Drumbó River Base
- A restaurant, bar and coffee are available at the base
- Towels, food and beverages are not included
- Participants are required to sign a waiver before rafting
What to Bring
- Warm wool or fleece sweater
- Thermal underwear to wear underneath the wetsuit
- Warm wool socks
- Swimsuit for rafting and the sauna
- Towel
- Change of clothing
- Avoid cotton layers, as cotton does not keep you warm when wet
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund when cancelled at least 1 day before the tour
Meet at Drumbó River Base
Your Family Rafting Iceland adventure begins at Drumbó River Base, near the Golden Circle.
Please arrive approximately 15 minutes before departure. Your guides will welcome the family, provide the necessary rafting equipment and prepare everyone for the river.
Gear Up for the Adventure
You’ll be provided with a wetsuit, life jacket, neoprene shoes, helmet and paddle.
No previous rafting experience is required. Your expert guide will explain the basics and make sure everyone is ready before heading to the river.
Start at Brúarhlöð Canyon
The rafting begins around the spectacular Brúarhlöð Canyon on the Hvítá River.
This family tour starts farther downstream than the standard River Fun Rafting tour, where the water is smoother and more suitable for younger participants.
Family Rafting on Hvítá
Set off on an approximately 4-kilometre journey down the glacial Hvítá River.
Enjoy gentle rapids, playful waves and fun games on the water while taking in the surrounding Icelandic landscape.
The experience has been designed especially for families and children from 8 years old.
Return to Drumbó River Base
After your rafting adventure, return to Drumbó River Base to warm up.
Enjoy access to a hot sauna and showers, with changing facilities also available. A restaurant, bar and coffee are available at the base if you would like refreshments after the tour.
The complete experience lasts approximately 3 hours. 🛶🌊
