Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
This is the kind of Iceland trip that feels quietly wild. A sit-on-top kayak down the calm Svartá River puts you close to the action: you paddle, you drift, and the scenery keeps changing without the stress. I like that the trip is easy to join at any skill level, with clear instructions and steady … Read more
Float, paddle, and learn the coast. This guided kayak trip in Siglufjörður lets you move at a relaxed pace along the Sigló fjord while staying warm and safe in a provided drysuit. I especially like that the instruction is geared for beginners, not just athletic paddlers, and you’ll do hands-on control and rescue steps before … Read more
Warm drysuits beat cold fjords. This private guided kayak trip in Sigló fjord turns a short outing into a mix of hands-on paddling practice and guided sightseeing, from a shipwreck viewpoint to the Selvíkurnef lighthouse. I like the included drysuit setup that helps you stay dry and focused, and I like the small private format. … Read more
Rowdy birds. Quiet water. Good gear. This 2-hour sea kayak outing in Stykkishólmur is one of the better ways to see Breiðafjörður Bay from sea level. I love the combo of the shipwreck stops (including the eerie Thorgeir) and the wildlife angle, especially the chance to see white-tailed eagles overhead or nesting on the islands. … Read more
You’ll come away feeling like you were part of the river. This guided sit-on-top kayaking tour near Akureyri takes you down the Svartá River with provided equipment, a small group feel (max 15), and a guide who keeps everyone moving safely. I especially like the pairing of easy paddling on a gentle route with the … Read more
Fjords feel quieter from a kayak. This guided paddle in Siglufjörður takes you away from shore crowds and onto the water, where you’ll hunt for wildlife, spot jagged peaks, and watch colourful houses slide by at eye level. I especially like the gear setup—drysuits, life vests, and kayak basics are provided—so you’re not burning vacation … Read more
Salt air and quiet islands beat the crowds. This Stykkishólmur Sea Kayak Day Tour lets you learn the basics of sea kayaking while you paddle through Breiðafjörður’s island world off Iceland’s west coast. You’ll start at the old harbor, get a practical safety briefing, and then work your way around seabird hotspots in cold-but-doable gear. … Read more
Kirkjufell looks different from a kayak. This 3-hour midnight sun outing pairs a guided paddle with nonstop mountain views, starting from the shoreline and working your way toward Seal Skerry. I like that you get a real orientation first, so you can focus on the scenery and the wildlife instead of fighting your kayak. I … Read more
Kirkjufell at midnight sun hits different. This midnight sea kayaking trip puts you on the water right below Iceland’s most photographed mountain while the light stays up far into the night. I love the small-group feel (max 11, so you get real attention) and I love how the drysuit setup makes the cold-water part feel … Read more
Kirkjufell is better from water. This classic kayaking adventure puts you out in the open where the famous mountain looks totally different than from shore. You’re also getting a welcome break from the usual mainland crowds, since the paddling happens right off the Grundarfjörður coast with a small group and close guide attention. I particularly … Read more
Mt. Kirkjufell looks different from a kayak. In Grundarfjörður, this 2-hour guided paddle takes you close to wildlife at Seal Skerry and lets you see Kirkjufell from multiple angles, not just from a roadside viewpoint. Your guide (often people like Reda, Greg, and Sony) shares local stories as you work your way along the coast—Game … Read more
Icy water, big ice, and calm paddling. The Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon tour gets you out on the water so you can see the glacier at a scale you just can’t get from shore. It’s a beginner-friendly trip with dry suits and a small group (up to 8), aimed at keeping you comfortable while you explore … Read more
Glacier kayaking feels like a secret. This calm, guided trip on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon gives you a rare view of the ice from the water, with towering blue-white walls and drifting pieces close enough to feel unreal. I especially like that they provide the full dry suit setup plus instruction, so first-timers can focus … Read more