Half-day Canyoning under Vatnajökull
Overview
We are the only operators of a canyoning adventure experience in Iceland! Perfect on a sunny day or even a smart way to do an activity on a wet & windy day where you can embrace the elements by jumping, sliding and abseiling in waterfalls and blue pools beneath the Vatnajökull Ice Cap.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Hooded 5mm Wetsuit, Helmet, Harness, Neoprene Boots, Socks & Gloves
- Please email us your shoe size (US, UK or EUR) for the included boots.
- 2 Adventure Guides
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Action Photo Package
Meeting Location
Haukafell Campground
Canyoning Meeting Point, Road 986, 781 Höfn, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We operate this unique experience close to Höfn, SE Iceland where we'll spend half a day moving down a river canyon using a variety of safe techniques such as;
- Jumping and sliding into crystal clear pools
- Abseiling between sheer rock faces and down waterfalls.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-day Canyoning under Vatnajökull?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-353364P2
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 46 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Hooded 5mm Wetsuit, Helmet, Harness, Neoprene Boots, Socks & Gloves.
- Please email us your shoe size (US, UK or EUR) for the included boots.
- 2 Adventure Guides.
- Lunch.
- Private transportation.
- Gratuities.
- Action Photo Package.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half-day Canyoning under Vatnajökull is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-day Canyoning under Vatnajökull will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Hooded 5mm Wetsuit, Helmet, Harness, Neoprene Boots, Socks & Gloves
- Please email us your shoe size (US, UK or EUR) for the included boots.
- 2 Adventure Guides
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Action Photo Package
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
