River Fun Rafting on the Golden Circle
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DURATION
3 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
11 Years
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Price
ISK 21.990
Tour Highlights:
- Raft the glacial Hvítá River
- Navigate fun and exciting Class II rapids
- Experience the spectacular Brúarhlöð canyon
- Enjoy beautiful scenery along the Golden Circle
- Raft with an experienced Arctic Rafting guide
- Suitable for adventurous beginners — no previous rafting experience required
- Relax in the hot tubs and sauna after your rafting adventure
- Shower and changing facilities available at Drumbó River Base
- An exciting 3-hour outdoor adventure in South Iceland
Included:
- Guided rafting experience on the Hvítá River
- Experienced rafting guide
- All necessary rafting equipment
- Life jacket and safety equipment
- Access to changing rooms and showers
- Access to the sauna
- Access to hot tubs
- Wi-Fi at the facilities
River Rafting on the Golden Circle
Add some adventure to your Golden Circle journey with River Rafting on the Golden Circle. Paddle down the glacial Hvítá River through beautiful Icelandic scenery, exciting rapids and the spectacular Brúarhlöð canyon.
Located around 90 minutes from Reykjavík, Hvítá offers an excellent combination of adventure and scenery. The river is rated Class II, making this a fun and accessible rafting experience for adventurous beginners as well as those who have rafted before.
Raft the Hvítá River
Meet your expert rafting guide at Drumbó River Base, where you will receive all the necessary rafting equipment and safety instructions before heading to the river.
Once on Hvítá, work together with your guide and fellow rafters as you navigate fun rapids fed by Iceland’s glacial waters.
Between the splashes and excitement, take time to enjoy the impressive natural surroundings as the river carries you through the landscape.
Discover Brúarhlöð Canyon
One of the highlights of the journey is Brúarhlöð canyon, where striking rock formations rise around the glacial river.
The combination of rushing water, rugged canyon scenery and playful rapids makes this one of the most memorable ways to experience Icelandic nature during a Golden Circle adventure.
No previous rafting experience is required, although participants should be comfortable floating in water.
Relax at Drumbó River Base
After approximately three hours of adventure, return to Drumbó River Base and warm up with access to the sauna, hot tubs and shower facilities.
Changing rooms are available, and drinks or food can be purchased separately at the bar and restaurant.
All necessary rafting equipment is included, so bring your swimsuit, towel, warm layers and a change of clothes — and prepare to get wet!
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Previous rafting experience is not required. Hvítá is a Class II river, making the tour suitable for adventurous beginners. You should be comfortable floating in water.
The minimum age for the River Fun Rafting experience is 11 years.
The tour starts at Drumbó River Base near the Golden Circle. This is a self-drive tour, so transportation from Reykjavík is not included.
Yes — getting wet is part of the fun! All necessary rafting and safety equipment is provided, but you should bring warm layers, a swimsuit, towel and a complete change of clothes.
Yes. Access to the hot tubs, sauna, showers and changing facilities at Drumbó River Base is included after your rafting adventure.
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Minimum age: 11 years
- The tour starts and finishes at Drumbó River Base
- This is a self-drive experience; transportation from Reykjavík is not included
- No previous rafting experience is required
- Participants should be comfortable floating in water
- Hvítá is a Class II river, offering fun rapids suitable for adventurous beginners
- Participants are required to follow the guides’ safety instructions and sign a waiver before rafting
- The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible
- Pets are not permitted
- There is no public transportation available nearby
- The experience is not recommended during pregnancy or for guests with heart conditions
- Changing rooms, showers, sauna and hot tubs are available at Drumbó River Base
- Food and drinks are not included but can be purchased at the base
What to Bring
- Warm base layers
- Fleece or wool sweater
- Warm trousers or leggings
- Warm socks
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Complete change of clothes
All necessary rafting and safety equipment is provided.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund when cancelled at least 1 day before the tour
Meet at Drumbó River Base
Your River Rafting on the Golden Circle adventure begins at Drumbó River Base, near the Hvítá River.
Meet your expert rafting guides, change into the provided equipment and receive a full safety briefing before heading out onto the river.
Get Ready for Hvítá
All necessary rafting equipment is provided, including gear designed to help keep you warm and a life jacket for safety.
No previous rafting experience is required, but participants should be comfortable floating in water and ready for an active outdoor adventure.
Raft the Hvítá River
Take to the glacial Hvítá River and work together with your guide as you navigate its fun Class II rapids.
Expect plenty of splashes and excitement while enjoying the impressive Icelandic scenery surrounding the river.
Float Through Brúarhlöð Canyon
Continue downstream into spectacular Brúarhlöð canyon, one of the scenic highlights of the rafting experience.
Between the rapids, enjoy the dramatic rock formations and beautiful glacial river as your guide leads you safely through the canyon.
Relax at Drumbó
After your rafting adventure, return to Drumbó River Base to change and warm up.
Access to the sauna, hot tubs, showers and changing facilities is included, making this the perfect way to relax after your time on the river.
Food, coffee and drinks can also be purchased separately at the base.
The complete experience takes approximately 3 hours.
