Glacial Adventure from Jöklasel

To experience the pristine beauti og the glacier, take an organized expedition onto the glaciers in snowmobile or jeep and with experienced guides.

Adventure tour on Amazing Vatnajokull

On Vatnajökull was mountain-hotel, Jöklasel, at an altitude of 840 m. above sea level, on Sk?lafellsjökull, one of Vatnajökull's numerous glaciers, approximately 55 km west of the fishing town of H?fn. Jöklasel is only 16 km from the main road. The road to Jöklasel also goes to Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun (a hydroelectric power plant). The last 6 km of the road require vehicles with four wheel drive.
Jöklasel is the center of all glacial activities.

We offers various excursions from May to October. Reservations are made for groups, minimum six persons per group, from 15 March - 31st May and from 8th September - 15th October.

We offer various short excursions in the vicinity of J?klasel, duration approximately 1.5-2 hours by jeep and 1-2.5 hours by Skidoo snowcats. There are also longer excursions within the Vatnajökull area by snowcats, such as to Hvannadalshn?kur (8-10 hours), to Gr?msvötn (7-9 hours), and to Kverkfjöll (7-9 hours). The longer excursions (4-11 hours) must be booked in advance and the minimum is six persons per excursion. In addition there are special Vatnaj?kull tours for conference visitors with a lavish seafood buffet served on ice blocks on the glacier. After the meal on the glacier, those who interested in the plastic arts have a fine opportunity to make sculptures of snow and ice.

We provide overalls designed to stand all weather conditions, helmets and moon boots. Destinations may change due to weather conditions.

JF-01   - from Jöklasel
If you travel by bus or drive our one 4WD car to Jöklasel (altitude 840 m) you can join our tours. We can admire the view before we take off for the adventure on the glacier, a tour by Skidoo snowcat.

Departures: Daily (May to October)
Duration: 1 hour
Price: €159
Included:

Excursion in the Vatnaj?kull area by snowcat (1 hour - 4 km), safety helmets, overall and shoes on the glacier. Guide on the Glacier. Two person on snowcat. Minimum 2 persons.

 


JF-02   - from Jöklasel

The group travel to Jöklasel by scheduled bus, jeep or drive 4WD car. Having experienced the picturesque landscape on the way, we take off to the unique experience of driving the Skidoo snow cat on the vast expanses of Vatnaj?kull headed for Breiðabungu and the to east for Heiðnabergsfjöll. Breathtaking landscape with deep valleys and high mountains will certainly capture your attention. It is indeed an exiting experience to ride on the snowcats in what some people might say this almost an alien landscape.

Departures: Daily (May to October)
Duration: 3-4 hours
Price: €259
Included:

Excursion in the Vatnaj?kull area by snowcat (3 to 4 hours). Safety helmets, overall and shoes on the glacier. Guide on the Glacier. Two person on snowcat. Minimum 2 persons.

 


JF-03   - from Main Road (F985)

Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun is on the main road (route 1), 45 kilometers from H?fn. The super jeep ride from there up to J?klasel is an adventure of its own and as you arrive at the glacier you discover the thrills of the Skidoo snow cat ride. For those who prefer a more relaxed way to experience the wonders of the glacier we offer a tour by jeep. As you have finished the adventure on the glacier it only seems appropriate to have lunch in the J?klasel Restaurant, famous for its magnificent view.

Departures: Daily from May - Oct. at 9.30 AM and at 2.00 PM*
Duration: 3 hours
Price: €164
Included:

Super jeep: Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun - J?klasel - Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun. Excursions in the Vatnaj?kull area by snowcat (1 hour - 4 km). Safety helmets, overall and shoes on the glacier. Guide on the Glacier. Two person on snowcat. Minimum 2 persons.


JF-04   - from Main Road (F985)

Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun is on the main road (route 1), 45 kilometers from H?fn. The super jeep ride from there up to J?klasel is an adventure of its own and as you arrive at the glacier you discover the thrills of the super jeep. Tour for those who prefer a more relaxed way to experience the wonders of the glacier.

Departures: Daily from May - Oct. at 9.30 AM and at 2.00 PM*
Duration: 3,5 hours
Price: €164
Included:

Super jeep : Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun - J?klasel - Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun. Excursions in the Vatnaj?kull area by jeep (l,5 hours). Minimum 2 persons.

* Other timeplans possible.

Joklasel - J?klasel

JF-05   - Glacier hiking on Vatnaj?kull

Super jeep tour from main road up to J?klasel and glacier hiking on the great glacier in 600 elevation. Picturesque landscape where the glacier rules.

Departures: Spring/summer
Duration: 3 hours and 15 min
Price: €164
Included:

Super jeep : Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun - J?klasel - Smyrlabjargar?rvirkjun. Glacier hiking on the Vatnaj?kull ice-cap.
Minimum 2 persons.
Safety helmets, climbing iron, ice axe on the glacier, included in the price


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