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Kayaking is an exhilarating experience, and many agencies throughout the country offer kayak tours on lakes, ponds, and the ocean.

Arctic Adventures
Arctic Adventures is a premier provider of recreational tours in Iceland, with a vast selection of trips and activities available throughout the country. The company offers glacier walks, ice cave tours, diving and surface diving in Silfra, hiking, cave exploration, snowmobiling, whale watching, and sightseeing tours. Their locations include Reykjavík, Sólheimajökull, Skaftafell, and Húsafell.  A specialist in day trips and longer tours, Arctic Adventures is a go-to operator for private trips, school excursions, and corporate group outings.  In addition to their tour offerings, Arctic Adventures operates several hotels throughout Iceland, including Adventure Hotel Geirland at Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Adventure Hotel Hof in Öræfi, Hotel Hellissandur, and Óbyggðasetrið in Fljótsdal. As a testament to their commitment to quality and the environment, Arctic Adventures has been certified by Vakinn, Iceland's official tourism certification program. Glacier Hiking at Sólheimajökull Glacier and from Skaftafell. Hiking Tours at Landmannalaugar, Laugavegur & Þórsmörk. Ice Caving at Kötlujökull, Sólheimajökull, Langjökull, Falljökull Glaciers and from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Lava Caving at Raufarhólshellir Lava Cave.  Scuba Diving/Snorkelling at Silfra Fissure, Þingvellir National Park. Snowmobiling at Langjökull Glacier.Sightseeing Tours exploring the areas around Reykjavík or around the whole island.
Glacier Adventure
GLACIER ADVENTUREGlacier Adventure is a small family-run local company. Guiding is our passion and our life revolves around Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull. All of our tours are operated on, under, and around the glacier. Glacier Adventures base camp is only 12km east of the Jökulsárlón, the Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland's most popular attractions. The meeting point is Hali, where you will find our cozy barn as a hang-out place before your tour starts. Glacier Adventure base camp: -Free parking -Free wifi -Restaurant, hotel, and guesthouses. To book a tour with Glacier Adventure please visit our web page www.glacieradventure.is  The company's goal is to share our love and knowledge of the region with our clients and to safely introduce them to some of Iceland's most stunning sights. We have summer and winter tours. During summer, Glacier Adventure takes its guests on a glacier walk on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull's biggest outlet glaciers. Glacier Adventure offers ice climbing in a small and intimate group. Over the winter period, from November to the middle of March Glacier Adventure offers Ice Cave tours. We have two different ice cave tours to offer. The longer ice cave tour is a combo tour including a glacier walk and an ice cave tour and the shorter is only an ice cave tour. 
Mountaineers of Iceland
Mountaineers of Iceland is the oldest snowmobile tour operator in the country, founded by Herbert Hauksson in 1996, with over one hundred snowmobiles in operation and capacity to welcome large or small groups on Langjökull glacier.  Langjökull glacier is Europe’s 2nd largest glacier and is our main area of operation. The glacier is home to our base camps, both on the glacier’s east and west sides.  We also welcome independent travelers to us with a variety of snowmobile tours operating from Reykjavík, Gullfoss and Húsafell. You can see all our tours on our website www.mountaineers.is
Kayak Tours Stokkseyri
School groups. ½ hour (paddle) assistant on the lakeside, paddle free on a specific area in Löngudæl. Great for school groups some just want to feel free on the water and splash with each other. 2450 ISK Robinson Crusoe. Tour 1 - 3 hours without a guide. A particularly interesting possibility for families and individuals, is where participants can explore by them selfs the amazing labyrinth of the swamp. Map of the area for sale at the reception. Notice that the area is absolutely safe. Adult 4950 ISK Children 6 - 14  years 1350 ISK Challenge kayaking. 1 hour organized tour with a guide. Ideal for all kinds of groups of 5 to 50 persons. Paddled along Löngudæl lake and into the narrow canals of the swamp. The area offers a relaxed mood and can challenge the teamwork of the group. 5600 ISK Power Challenge kayaking. This is an organized 2-hour guided tour. The tour is ideal for groups from 5 to 50 individuals. We paddle along the lake Löngudæl into the swamp area where we paddle along the narrow canals and into the river Hraunsá and all the way to the sea. We paddle along the coastline with the ocean on one side and the skerries and the small lagoons on the other. Surrounded by the beauty of the diversity of nature the lagoons are the ideal home for seals and birds. The trip ends in the harbor of Stokkseyri village. All participants must paddle close to the shore and be near the guide. Age limit: 14 years.  9.600 ISK. Adventure kayaking. 2 hours sea tour. Now the environment is of a completely different nature. The skerries with beautiful lagoons are the home of seals and birds and the whole biota is incredibly diverse. It is very important that participants stay close to the shore with our guide. Adventure kayaking in Iceland. Amazing experience. Age limit: 14 years. 9.600 ISK A Northern Lights Adventure you will never forget This 1 to 2-hour guided kayaking adventure takes us through the calm water canals in the south Iceland village of Stokkseyri. With only our headlamps shining over the water, our guide will lead the way through the canals, to our destination. Then we will turn off our headlamps and look up into the sky where the aurora borealis dances overhead, mesmerizing us with their splendor. Afterward, we return to our base silently paddling through the stillness of the night, accompanied by the cry of seagulls and the sound of the pounding surf a short distance away. A romantic, uplifting and enchanting experience that you will not soon forget.Winter hours: October through March, (as long as the canals are not frozen)Departure: anytime between 8 pm and 1 am (20:00 and 01:00) by priorArrangements include: kayak, waterproof overalls, life vest, headlamps, guide, and entrance to the swimming pool.Price: 8.900kr per personMinimum number of participants: 5Maximum number of participants: 50Age: 14 years Access to the swimming pool and hot tubs is included in all tours at opening times of the swimming pool. For groups, the swimming pool is always open. Necessary equipment: Spare clothing and of course towel and swimsuit. Extra charge outside regular opening hours.  Price for 1-5 pers. 8.000 ISK. And 6-10 pers. 5.000ISK. 11+ free Tours begin at Stokkseyri swimming pool. Kindly do not consume alcoholic beverages before the tours. Any individual that clearly is under the influence of alcohol will be denied participation.
Höfn – Local Guide
  Experience the here and now  Höfn Local Guide is a locally-owned family business in Höfn in Hornafjörður that operates in the field of Slow-Adventure Tourism. The focus is on nourishing experience through moderate movement in beautiful nature and a peaceful environment.  The fishing village Höfn and its astounding surroundings is an interesting destination close to the Vatnajökull National Park. Dive into the story and culture of this beautiful village in a village walk or take a tour to some of the hidden gems close by with a guide born and raised in Höfn. The guided tours are easy and informative and you can enjoy the magnificent nature and geology of the area on land or on sea.  With Höfn Local Guide you can experience customized hiking tours, yoga, and mindfulness out in the open, kayak paddling, and get to taste some of the area’s local food out in the open.  If you are interested in a conscious experience with nature and your fellow travelers in the foreground, a trip with Höfn Local Guide is something for you. 
Secret Local Adventures
Secret local adventures is a family-owned business and was founded in 2016 and we are located 5 km. (about 3 miles) from the small town Flúðir. The company is owned by the friends Guðmann (Manni) and Hjálmur (Hjalli) but they also guide our river rafting tours!  Secret local adventures offer guided river rafting tours with local guides, down Hvítá river. Our customers will be able to experience breathtaking nature in Hvítá canyon that is only accessible by boat and of course we promise a day full of fun! We always travel in small and personal groups and customize the trip to your needs! Whether you are traveling with friends or family, we always have fun! We have two types of trips, the first is during the day but the second is a „summer special“. During the summer we offer midnight trips where you can enjoy the Icelandic summer nights in a unique way!  Secret local adventures is one of very few companies that operate in dry suits. Our gear prevents water from getting inside the suit leaving our customers 90% dry when we finish the trip. The dry suits also keep you warm so you don‘t need to worry about the cold water ruining the trip!  We are located at the end of the Golden circle and are close to many nice restaurants, natural hot spring and other fun activities.  You can find all the information about our trips, gear and prices on our website, secretlocal.is. Please feel free to contact us with any questions by calling to one of these numbers +354 899-0772 (Manni) or +354 865-3511 (Hjalli) or send us an email: secretlocal@secretlocal.is.  Can‘t wait to have an amazing rafting trip with you this summer! 
Iceguide
IceGuide is a family run company, owned by Óskar Arason who is the company’s tour guide, and his wife & Manager, Íris Heiður Jóhannsdóttir. Óskar is born and raised in the realm of Vatnajökull Glacier and being passionate for the outdoors, he enjoys mountaineering, climbing and glacier hiking. Óskar is also an active member of the Search and Rescue team of Höfn, so you could say he is more than qualified to guide travellers through the region in an effective and safe manner. In the winter time (Nov-March) Iceguide offers ice cave tours, where you’ll visit unique ice caves in one of Vatnajökull outlet glaciers. It is a breathtaking experience for anyone who wants to explore the unique atmosphere of the stunning world of natural ice sculpture and formations. The Glacier Kayak Adventure is a unique tour and the ultimate way to experience the magnificence of the Vatnajökull National Park. You’ll have the opportunities to enjoy unbeatable panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers reflected upon the mirror-like water of Heinaberg Lagoon and the Glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón. IceGuide will provide you with an informative, personal and a memorable experience in the stunning surroundings of Vatnajökull Glacier. All their guides are experienced and have excellent knowledge of the region. They will provide you with all equipment needed. For further information or questions please visit their website iceguide.is or email them at info@iceguide.is. 
Icelandic Mountain Guides
Arcanum Glacier tours Conveniently situated in south Iceland at the foot of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the tour company Arcanum is one of Iceland’s best-known and respected glacier tour outfitters, providing safe and responsible tours for more than 20 years from the same location. “At Arcanum, we aim to reveal the secrets of Iceland’s astonishing natural phenomenons to the curious traveler,”. The glacier adventure will provide stunning photo opportunities to remind you of probably your best day in the wild and pure Iceland. Tours require no special skills and can be enjoyed by people of all levels in good health. For the snowmobile tour and the ATV, you need a valid driving license. Further information on www.mountainguides.is and www.arcanum.is   
Laugarvatn Adventure
Laugarvatn Adventure offers exciting caving tours all year round with guaranteed departurs every day from June to August. We are based in Laugarvatn, a small village in the middle of the golden circle, and all our tours start there. You will see our sign from the main road. Caving trips, super jeep tours, ski touring trips and courses.

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Gray Line Iceland Klettagarðar 4 104 Reykjavík 540-1313
Absorb Iceland Rósarimi 1 112 Reykjavík 695-5566
Exploring Iceland Fálkastígur 2 225 Garðabær 519-1555
Icefall Skaftafell 785 Öræfi 6166794
Outdoor Activity Skálakot 861 Hvolsvöllur 782-1460
Kayak & Puffins Fífilgata 8 900 Vestmannaeyjar 777-8159