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Fjallsárlón
Duration
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45 minutes
Difficulty
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Easy
Languages
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English
Available
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All year
Minimum age
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5 years old

Description

Reserve a private Zodiac for your own group and explore Fjallsárlón with space for photography and a guide who can shape the experience around your interests. Allow approximately 75 to 90 minutes in total, including the walk to the dock and about 45 minutes on the lagoon.

What is included

  • Private Zodiac boat
  • Warm flotation jacket
  • Life vest
  • Expert English-language guidance

What do I need to bring

  • Warm layers beneath the supplied flotation jacket
  • Waterproof outerwear
  • Sturdy shoes for the gravel walk
  • Camera or phone secured against water

Good to know

Meeting point: Fjallsárlón Tour Reception, located behind FROST restaurant. Check in 15 minutes before departure.
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  • Allow approximately 75 to 90 minutes in total, including about 45 minutes on the lagoon.
  • There is an approximately 10 minute gravel walk from reception to the dock; guests with walking difficulties may need assistance.
  • The minimum age is 5 years.
  • One private boat is booked for up to 10 guests.
  • A warm flotation jacket, life vest and English-speaking guide are included.
  • The normal opening season is April through November, subject to availability and conditions.

Highlights

  • Private Zodiac boat for up to 10 guests
  • Experience shaped around your group's interests
  • Approximately 45 minutes on Fjallsárlón
  • Extra room for photography equipment
  • Warm flotation jacket and life vest included

Private Fjallsárlón Boat Tour Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the private Fjallsárlón boat tour special? ▾

The boat is reserved for your own party, allowing the guide to shape the experience around your group's interests. It offers more personal space and a quieter way to explore the lagoon and its icebergs.

How long does the complete private experience take? ▾

Allow approximately 75 to 90 minutes in total. This includes the walk between reception and the dock, preparation and about 45 minutes on the lagoon.

How many guests can travel in one private boat? ▾

The standard private boat booking is for up to 10 guests. Larger groups should arrange additional capacity before booking.

Why is this private tour a strong choice for photographers? ▾

A private boat gives your group more room for camera equipment and allows the guide to give greater attention to your photographic interests, while still adapting the route to current conditions.

What is the minimum age for the private boat tour? ▾

The minimum age is 5 years. Every participant must follow the guide's instructions and wear the supplied safety equipment.

What equipment is included and what should I wear? ▾

A warm flotation jacket and life vest are included. Dress in warm clothing suited to the weather, as the open-air Zodiac can feel cold on the glacier lagoon.

What should I know about the walk to the boat? ▾

The dock is reached by an approximately 10 minute scenic walk on a gravel path from reception. Guests who have difficulty walking may need assistance.

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