Paddle among luminous icebergs on Jökulsárlón in a stable sit-on-top kayak, surrounded by seals, birds and the immense Vatnajökull...
date_rangeAll year
access_time1 h 30 min
Jökulsárlón
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Choose a Zodiac tour for a faster ride among the icebergs, an amphibian boat for an easy lagoon cruise, or kayaking for a quieter experience on the water. These tours meet at Jökulsárlón.
A private Fjallsárlón experience lasting about 75 minutes in total, including a Zodiac journey among icebergs towards the Fjallsjö...
date_rangeAll year
access_time45 minutes
Fjallsárlón
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Fjallsárlón is a quieter glacier lagoon about 10 km, or a 10-minute drive, west of Jökulsárlón. It lies below Fjallsjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, and these tours meet on location at Fjallsárlón.
Choose a Zodiac tour for a faster ride and closer iceberg views, an amphibian boat tour for an easy lagoon cruise, or kayaking for a quieter and more active experience on the water.
Where do Jökulsárlón boat and kayak tours start? ▾
The lagoon experiences in the first carousel meet on location at Jökulsárlón. Check the individual tour page and your voucher for the exact meeting point, check-in time and arrival instructions.
How close is Fjallsárlón to Jökulsárlón? ▾
Fjallsárlón is about 10 km, or a 10-minute drive, west of Jökulsárlón. The quieter lagoon lies beneath Fjallsjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull.
Should I self-drive or book a Jökulsárlón day tour from Reykjavík? ▾
Self-driving works well for short boat and kayak tours that meet at the lagoon. Choose a Reykjavík day tour when you want transport, guiding and South Coast stops included in one booking.
When do Jökulsárlón boat and kayak tours operate? ▾
Lagoon tours are seasonal and each product has its own schedule. Use the live calendar on the selected tour page to confirm departures for your travel dates.
Can I visit Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach on the same trip? ▾
Yes. Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach are beside one another, and many guided day tours from Reykjavík include both. Confirm the exact stops on the tour page before booking.
What other glacier experiences are available near Jökulsárlón? ▾
You can add a seasonal ice cave tour or guided glacier hike for a closer Vatnajökull experience. Compare the meeting point and operating season on each tour page.