Conquer 16 kilometres of Class 4+ rapids through Iceland’s East Glacial canyon, where legendary whitewater meets dramatic wilderness and post adventure hot tubs await.
Some rivers whisper. The East Glacial River roars. Renowned as one of Europe’s most exhilarating waterways, this Class 4+ torrent carves through Iceland’s remote East valley, offering a rafting experience reserved for those who seek the extraordinary.
Your journey begins at our boathouse, where expert guides outfit you in professional grade wetsuits, dry tops, helmets, buoyancy aids and rafting booties. With safety briefing complete, we transport you into the heart of the valley where the river awaits.
Over 16 kilometres of untamed glacial canyon, you will navigate rapids that have earned names like Alarm Clock, Commitment, Screaming Lady and the legendary Green Room. Each surge of whitewater demands your attention. Each moment between reveals the stark beauty of Iceland’s eastern wilderness. When water levels permit, cliff jumping awaits those hungry for an extra rush of adrenaline.
At the takeout point, steaming bowls of hot soup welcome your return to solid ground. A short drive brings you back to base, where natural hot tubs stand ready to soothe muscles and extend the afterglow of your adventure.
This is rafting stripped of pretense. Raw, glacial and utterly alive. The East Glacial River does not compromise, and neither should your Icelandic adventure.