River Fun Rafting

Experience the thrill and beauty of the glacier river Hvítá situated at the heart of the Golden Circle.

🏷 Price

Adults 18.990 ISK - Children 11-15 yrs 14.243 ISK - Add a pick-up: 8.000 ISK

🛶 Good to know

River rafting down Hvítá, access to hot tubs and sauna, restaurant + bar on location.

📍 Starting point

Drumbó River Base. 15 minutes before departure.  Pick-up available from Reykjavík at 12:30

🛫 Departures

Daily at 11:00 and 15:00 from May - September.

⏳ Duration

2,5-3 hours from Drumbó River Base. 8-8,5 hours with pick-up in Reykjavík.

😌 Difficulty level

Easy to moderate. Hvítá is a class 2+ rafting river, which means it’s accessible for most people.

✍️ Tour Description

Come join us and experience the power of the river. Grab your paddle & let’s get wet!

 

Scenic route

From Gullfoss waterfall, a glorious canyon descends down, creating the perfect scenario for a fun rafting experience. The Hvítá river originates from Langjökull glacier and has a perfectly balanced mix of serene canyons and adrenaline pumping waves and rapids. On this beautiful rafting journey you raft down 7 kilometres, enjoying a view you can only experience while floating downstream in a boat. You will be making a stop at Brúarhlöð canyon where the thrill-seekers can cliff jump into the river below if the conditions allow.

Well equipped

You will be outfitted in a wetsuit to make the experience enjoyable and a life-jacket to keep you afloat. Hvítá River is a class 2 river which means that there is plenty of fun and excitement but no previous rafting experience is required. This rafting trip is for everyone that fancies a little adventure and is suitable for most ages and abilities. Children from 11 years of age are welcome on this trip.

Rafting + Hot Tub + Sauna

Rafting down Hvítá is an amazing way to spend the day and we firmly believe that no one should leave Iceland without experiencing the jaw-dropping views,  splish-splashing down an Icelandic glacial river. After the excitement you can warm up in the hot tubs and sauna, relax and maybe even enjoy a well-earned beverage. We also recommend adding a delicious BBQ lamb or a hamburger (vegan options available) to your booking for you to enjoy at Drumbó River Base.

River Rafting Rapids
River Rafting Adventure
River Rafting Games
Safety Briefing
Splish-splash
Brúarhlöð Canyon
Cliff Jumping
Basalt Columns
River Rafting Waves
American Schoolbus
Cliff Jumping Crazy
Lamb BBQ and beer

 Good to know

 

  • 🌊 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 via the river

    ♨ Hot tubs, showers and a sauna after the river

    🥳 Small group experience, the boat can fit 8 to 10 people.

  • 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 (you can rent one)

    Change of clothing 

  • To meet on location arrive at Drumbó River Base at least 15 minutes prior to departure

    You can add pick up and transfer from your Reykjavík hotel or accommodation for an additional fee. Then the total tour including transfer is approx. 7 hours.

    We welcome children from the age of 11 to join the River Fun Rafting. In the tour Family 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.

  • Drumbo River Base is our beloved rafting headquarters situated within the Golden Circle, just a short drive from the iconic Gullfoss waterfall and even closer to Geysir and Strokkur hot springs. From Reykjavík, it takes about 1.5 hours to reach Drumbo from Reykjavík. All of our rafting tours begin from Drumbó and there we get geared up for rafting.

    At Drumbó you find: 

    Changing rooms
    Showers
    Hot tubs (outside in the fresh air)
    Sauna with an infinity window
    River Restaurant & Bar

  • BBQ Lamb Feast after the river - 5.290 ISK

    Hamburger and fries after the river - 3.290 ISK

    Rent a Go Pro - 3.990 ISK

    Buy a water-proof instant camera - 3.990 ISK

    Transfer to and from Reykjavík accommodation or Bus Stop - 8.000 ISK

FAQs

  • We provide everyone with a neoprene wetsuit long johns, neoprene booties, splash jacket, life-jacket and a helmet. You need to bring warm clothes underneath that you don’t mind getting wet, e.g. fleece sweater, wool pants and wool socks. Neoprene will warm up a bit when wet.

  • Yes, you can bring your camera. However, if it’s not waterproof then it will get ruined. 

    Luckily, you have a few options to get that great photo;

    1. You own a waterproof camera or phone that you bring with you
    2. You use our specifically designed laminating machine and make your phone waterproof while still being operational for the river ride.
    3. You rent a GoPro from us at Drumbó River Base
    4. You buy a disposable waterproof camera at the Drumbó River Base.

  • We will pick you up at your designated pick up location at the time stated on your voucher. Please note that the pick up can take up to 30 minutes. If you are staying at the very center of Reykjavík it is likely that you will have to go to your designated bus stop. You can type in your accommodation here to check which one is yours: https://busstop.is/You can find more questions and answers in our big FAQ.

You can find more questions and answers in our big FAQ.