ATV Tour - Snæfellsjökull Glacier & Lava Fields
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Embark on an unforgettable ATV adventure at the foot of the iconic Snæfellsjökull Glacier, over rugged F-roads where regular rental cars can't go.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- May to October
- Minimum age
- 8 years
- Getting there
- Self-Drive
- Book by
- 1 hour before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 4 h before
from
19.900 ISK
per adult - sharing an atv
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Thu 1 Oct · 10:30
- Thu 1 Oct · 14:30
- Fri 2 Oct · 10:30
- Fri 2 Oct · 14:30
Runs: May to October
- Free cancellation up to 4 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Snæfellsjökull
All of Iceland's glaciers are magnificent, but Snæfellsjökull is something else. It glows. It beckons you to gaze upon its majesty, and at 1,446 m it crowns the tip of Snæfellsnes. You cannot say you have been to West Iceland unless you have basked in its glory, or better still gone up it. Tours of three to five hours take you to the highest accessible point in a snowcat, with the option of skiing back down; others put you on the ice on foot.
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Prices
| Adult - Sharing an ATV17 - 99 years | 19.900 ISK |
|---|---|
| Adult - Single Rider on ATV17 - 99 years | 29.900 ISK |
| Children - Sharing an ATV12 - 16 years | 10.000 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
Embark on an unforgettable ATV adventure at the foot of the iconic Snæfellsjökull Glacier, over rugged F-roads where regular rental cars can't go. Your journey starts with a brief ride on paved roads before quickly immersing you in the exhilarating terrain of gravel paths and tracks as we get closer to the glacier. Marvel at spectacular views of Snæfellsjökull Glacier, famed for its dazzling scenery, crevasses and blue glacier ice visible during summer months.
Travel through striking lava fields shaped by ancient volcanic activity, and ride along the slopes of a volcanic crater formed 1500 years ago, experiencing Iceland's powerful geological history firsthand. Our experienced guides prioritize your safety and share insights about the fascinating landscape and its preservation.
Please note, routes and visible attractions may vary by season due to changing snow conditions and accessibility. Our tours are operated responsibly in the National Park and we are committed to minimising natural impact.
There is no off-road driving in this tour, we only follow gravel roads and tracks.
Drivers need to have valid driving licence from their home country. During check-in you will need to sign a waiver confirming you have valid driving licence.
Minimum age for driving ATV is 17 years old.
Minimum age for children sharing ATV with adult is 12 years old.
When booking sharing options, make sure to select even numbers.
(Example: 2 adults sharing an ATV or 1 adult sharing + 1 child sharing)
What's included
- All necessary safety equipment
- Warm coveralls
What to bring
Bring warm clothes with you. If weather is cold you might want to have warm clothes to have under the coverall.
Each ATV has cargo box for extra clothes, camera, water bottle or whatever you wish to bring with you.
Where it starts
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 4 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is ATV Tour?
- About 2 hours.
- How much does ATV Tour cost?
- From 19.900 ISK. Adult - Sharing an ATV (17 - 99 years): 19.900 ISK. Adult - Single Rider on ATV (17 - 99 years): 29.900 ISK. Children - Sharing an ATV (12 - 16 years): 10.000 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Where does it start?
- There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Meeting Point, Gufuskálar. Most people drive there themselves.
- What is the minimum age?
- 8 years.
- When does it run?
- May to October, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 4 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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