Tourism Iceland is an Icelandic tour operator offering guided day tours from Reykjavik as well as transfers to and from the Blue Lagoon and Keflavik International Airport via our trusted partners. Our products and associated services are available through purchase on our website www.tourismiceland.is and any other resellers affiliated to Tourism Iceland.
Tourism Iceland reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables without prior notice, should the necessity arise. Tourism Iceland is not responsible for losses in the event of Force Majeure, such as natural catastrophes, strikes, weather, war or other causes outside of the control of Tourism Iceland. Such losses and expenses are the personal liability of the traveler. We advise all customers to have a travel insurance, as they travel at their own responsibility on tours and transfers.
As a customer, you agree to comply with and are legally bound to our Terms and Conditions. It is your personal responsibility to read our Terms and Conditions and inform all the parties of your group about them before joining our tours.
The customer(s) will receive a booking confirmation and a receipt for the purchase of our tour(s). Customer(s) are required to present the receipt on an electronic device or print out when boarding our vehicles. The customers will also receive a booking number that is required to change or cancel a booking.
Regarding the details of their booking(s) – the number of passengers, contact details, pick-up time and pick-up location – if they did not finish filling out the complete information or filled out incorrectly during their booking process, it is the customers’ responsibility to contact us to update the information or contact our Customer Support team at info@tourismiceland.is with the updated information. Should the customers fail to update information or contact the Customer Support team in due time, Tourism Iceland will not accept any liability for losses or mistakes.
Tourism Iceland offers packages combining several day tours as well as transfers for a reduced price (“Special Offers”). They are only confirmed once manually processed by the booking team who will send by email the individual tickets along with the instructions to the customers.
The pickup time and location are indicated on the voucher provided by our Customer Support team. Any information regarding pick up time and location provided by any of our resellers need to be confirmed with our team at least 72 hours prior to the tour by email at info@tourismiceland.is.
It is the customers’ responsibility to arrive at the designated pickup location at the exact time indicated on the voucher. Should the customers fail to comply with these conditions, Tourism Iceland reserves the right to cancel the booking. Tourism Iceland might in single cases grant a free rescheduling or rebooking to the customer, in those cases no refund, be it full or partial, will be issued.
1) It is the customers’ responsibility to behave according to normal social standards towards the other passengers and the staff while on board and outside the vehicle during the visits. The company reserves the right to refuse or terminate service to any customer without obligation to explain or provide the reason in case of unacceptable behavior (see below cases). Furthermore, the company also holds right to refuse service and any further communication, plus right to communicate with relevant governmental agencies, in any case, pertaining to, but not limited to:
Please note that any aggressive or discriminatory mode of communication (including phone and emails) will not be entertained and can lead to cancellation of your tour without any notice.
The Icelandic law requires each passenger to fasten their seatbelts while on board. Not complying with the law can lead to expulsion from the vehicle. Booster seats (for children of the age 4-12) and Children’s Safety Vehicle Seats (for children of 2+ years) are available upon request at info@tourismiceland.is.
Customers are given a certain time to visit each site – this time is given by the tour guide/driver before exiting the vehicle at each stop. It is the customers’ responsibility to come back to the vehicle on time. If the customers fail to comply and are late or missing, Tourism Iceland reserves the right to continue the tour as scheduled. In such events, the customers will have to find other means of transportation at their own expense. Tourism Iceland will not provide any partial or full refund for the tour or any transportation used to return to the customers’ accommodation. The customers will have to meet us at our office during opening hours to collect their personal belongings potentially left on the vehicle.
Iceland is known for its ever-changing weather. It is the customers’ responsibility to check the forecasts prior to the tour and dress accordingly. We always recommend wearing warm, sturdy, wind and waterproof clothes during the tours – all year round in Iceland. All our tours include short or medium walks from the vehicle to the viewpoints/points of interest. Tourism Iceland will not provide any equipment or clothes.
No liability is accepted for losses, theft or expenses that should occur on a tour. Such losses and expenses are the personal liability of the traveler. We advise all customers to have a travel insurance, as they travel at their own responsibility on tours and transfers.
2) Travelling with young children
We reserve the right to restrict children under the age of 8 from joining certain tours, restrictions apply for tours sold on our website (www.tourismiceland.is) and through partners. Our policy on age restrictions is outlined on these select tours due their unsuitability for young children. Please go to our travelling with young children page for further information and advice.
Please note, when booking a tour, if the option to book a child ticket (2-7 years) is not possible this means that a child under the age of 8 is not permitted on the tour. The company reserves the right to refuse service to any party with a child who is booked onto a tour where young children are not permitted. In cases where a party is booked on a tour where child restrictions apply and service is refused, no refund is possible. Aside from individual tour age restrictions, the company age restriction/s strictly forbid children under the age of 2 years old to join any of our tours.
For rescheduling, re-booking and canceling please contact us via e-mail info@tourismiceland.is and include your booking number.
In case of a cancellation of any tour by Tourism Iceland (due to unfavorable weather conditions, technical difficulties or else independent of our control), you will be offered to:
Customers joining the Northern Lights tours, including combo tours that contain a Northern Lights itinerary, who do not see the lights due to low visibility are not entitled to a refund. Tourism Iceland reserves the right to cancel a booking when a tour was open to booking but should not have been available. In that case, the customers would be fully refunded if rescheduling is not possible.
All cancellations from customers should be notified via email to info@tourismiceland.is or call at given number at least 72 hours prior to pickup time.
Our cancellation and refund policy for private tours differs from our scheduled group tours.
Private Day Tours
10% of the tour price is non-refundable.
We require 72 hours notice of cancellation generally. No refunds are offered for cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled start of the tour.
If booking a tailored private day tour or a tour for a large group our refund policy may differ.
10% of the tour price is non-refunable.
Due to the nature of multi-day tours, we require at least 4 weeks notice of cancellation.
As a customer of Tourism Iceland’s product, it is your responsibility to contract a personal health and travel insurance. Iceland is known for its ever changing weather and unforeseen cancellations due to weather can occur with very short notice. This section of our Terms and Conditions aims at presenting cases making it clear whether customers are entitled to a refund or not.
Below is a complete list of cases and how the refund policy would apply:
Cancellations:
Tourism Iceland’s customer support team sent the customers the pickup confirmation email and it is confirmed that it was open (answered or not) and the customers were not found at their designated pickup location:
Tourism Iceland’s customer support team sent the customers the pickup confirmation email and it is confirmed that it was open (answered or not) and the customers were late at their pickup location, they took a taxi to meet us – no refund of the taxi fees
The customers booked the tour/transfer starting within more than 3 hours from the landing time, for instance the customers are landing at 06.00 am at Keflavik International Airport and booked our Golden Circle Afternoon tour at 10.30 am. The Customer Support team will ask the customers to send their Flight confirmation:
The customers booked the tour starting within less than 3 hours from the landing time, for instance the customers are landing at 06.00 am at Keflavik International Airport and booked our Grand Golden Circle tour at 08.00 am. Tourism Iceland’s customer support team will ask the customers to send their Flight confirmation – no refund as it is the customers’ responsibility to book tours allowing them enough time to reach their pickup location and flexibility in case of delays
If the flight is cancelled, the airline is responsible for granting compensation to their customers – no refund
Guests who are unable or unwilling to finish the tour due to their own personal decision or due to unforeseen circumstances such as sickness will be considered as a late cancellation and as such will not be automatically entitled to any refund either in part or in full. Based on availability we may offer the guest to reschedule but this decision is made entirely at the discretion of Tourism Iceland and will be taken on a case by case basis.
1) Please note that prices online can change without notice. The relevant price for a tour booked through our website(s) is always the one displayed to you during checkout when you enter your name and contact details.The official price catalog is always the one that is published in our brochure. For the duration of the validity of the brochure, a customer can request to book for this price. The price on our website(s) can differ from the official price catalog.
All tours and activities must be fully paid before boarding the vehicle to guarantee your seat. No payment on the vehicle will be accepted. If your booking requires further payment, it will be processed over the phone by our Customer Support team via credit card details or at our office. Should the due payment be missing, we reserve the right to cancel your booking. Your credit card information as well as your personal contact details are confidential and shall not be shared with any third party without your consent.
2) Special offers and promotional codes
Please note that limited time only offers such as promotional codes cannot be applied to a booking after purchase has been made such as a retrospective refund. Simply enter the promotional code into the relevant section when booking. If a promotion has an asterisk (*) this means that the offer is valid on Tourism Iceland day tours only. The asterisk indicates that this offer is not valid on northern lights tours, airport transfers or any products listed in our experiences page. Only one discount is applicable to a booking at one time. Promotional codes are not valid on any of our special offer packages as a discount is already applied to the products.
The seller holds all information from the buyer in relation to the purchase as confidential. Under no circumstances will information be handed to a third party.
Sea kayaking holidays in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica, the Arctic, and some of the world’s most biodiverse regions, are guaranteed to stir your soul. Paddle between brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes, absorbing the majestic scenery as it unfolds before you.
In Antarctica, keep your camera on-hand for unforgettable encounters with penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, prepare to paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large iceberg.
Led by experienced guides, you and your small group of like-minded adventurers will paddle between ice floes, brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes. Paddling is one of the best ways to access and intimately explore the beautiful coastlines we visit and therefore make the most of your time in the wild and remote destinations we visit.
‘Getting out amongst it’ is our philosophy, and that is exactly what we do. Weather permitting, the sea kayaking activity is normally available anytime the other expeditioners go out. Rather than travelling large distances, our aim is to ensure you see as much as possible. We paddle between 5 to 15 kilometres (2 to 4 hours) per outing, often taking a snack and a flask of hot chocolate to enjoy on our excursion.
Each small group of kayakers (up to 10 per guide) will have their own intimate exploration of the small hidden bays and coasts that are inaccessible to Zodiacs. Of course, we also make time for your own shore excursions and wildlife encounters.
The elements play an important role in our sea kayaking program. It is important that you have an adventurous attitude and understand that the weather can impact our kayaking time.
For all of our trips, you must be active in the outdoors and have an adventurous spirit. The level of experience differs slightly depending on the region you are visiting.
For most temperate and polar you should be an intermediate paddler. In South Georgia however, conditions can be more varied and you require solid paddling experience in ocean swell and wind.
For our tropical trips some prior paddling experience is needed. We may encounter wind on these trips, however the water is fairly protected.
You do not need to be an expert or know how to roll. However, you must be able to swim and you should have experience in a wet exit and assisted re-entry. You should also be proficient at putting on a spray skirt by yourself and be comfortable paddling on seas with up to half a metre swell. It is also important that you gain some practice getting into a kayak from a pier, wharf, or deep shoreline where you can’t step into the kayak from standing position. You can easily practice all of this at home, plus paddling in a variety of weather conditions, before your trip.
Our guides do not offer instructional classes for beginners. Therefore, the sea kayaking option is unsuitable for complete novices. However, there is often ample time to gain the required experience before you depart. We may be able to recommend a reputable sea kayak operator in your area for some tuition prior to the trip.
Your guide will assess your ability on the initial paddle, and if you have insufficient experience, he or she reserves the right to restrict your participation in rougher conditions.
You should be fit enough to paddle for up to three hours and climb between moving Zodiacs on the water. Regular exercise is recommended, because the fitter you are the more you will enjoy the experience. The more paddles you can do before the trip, the better. We recommend at least three outings prior to your voyage.
During summer the air temperature in the Antarctic Peninsula, Greenland and Spitsbergen are generally above freezing but can range from -4°C to +5°C / 24.8°F to 41°F. The water temperature in the polar regions is close to freezing and winds sweep off the glaciers, making paddling a chilling experience. In South Georgia, there are stronger winds and swells than in Antarctica. Scotland, Iceland, Norwegian coasts are warmer with water temperatures of around 12 °C/ 53.6°F.
The northern waters are warmer than the polar regions but water temperatures of around 12 °C/ 53.6°F mean you may opt to wear your paddle jacket on a warm, sunny day or our dry suits on a cool day. Surf landings are not likely, but you must be capable of paddling in a small swell or wind chop, with winds up to 20 knots. With that being said, we will not paddle if wind conditions are too strong and there is no sheltered area for paddling.
In Costa Rica and Panama, April is the end of the dry season. The shoulder season begins in May, bringing increased humidity. Afternoon rain showers are possible in May with temperatures ranging from 26-36 °C (80- 96 °F). Winds are generally light at this time of year. The water temperature ranges from 27 -29 °C. Surf landings are not likely, but be prepared to paddle in a small swell or wind chop, with winds up to 15 knots. Again, we will not paddle if wind conditions are too strong and there is no sheltered area for paddling.
The Sea Kayaking activity is available for an additional surcharge and includes guided excursions and kayaking equipment. Fares for this activity start from US$900, AU$1,250, £460 or €550.
Prices are indicative only and are variable. They are calculated based on the days of voyage, ability to carry out the activity and exchange rates.
Kayaking is one of the best ways to spot rare wildlife, from penguins to puffins.
Access intimate bays and coves that bigger crafts can’t reach.
Our experienced sea kayak guides will help bring your chosen destination to life.
Hone your kayaking skills and gain a hobby for life!
Become lifelong friends with your small group of like-minded adventurers.
Being active every day on your holiday means you don’t have to feel guilty about being spoilt by our expert chefs!
Add another layer to your once-in-a-lifetime holiday and make the most out of your time in some of the most remote places on earth.
Have the time of your life exploring some of the wildest places on earth from the water.
Our guide to paddler ratio is 1:10 and we provide an accompanying safety Zodiac. There are 26 places available in Antarctica and tropical voyages, 20 in temperate regions, South Georgia and all Arctic trips except in Franz Josef Land where the maximum is 16 kayakers.
Kayakers must be 14 or over.
Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.
We will give you a drybag for extra clothing, binoculars and anything that needs to be kept dry. You should also carry a water bottle. We recommend bringing a waterproof camera or phone, or ensuring you have a good quality waterproof case.
If the weather changes during our outing we will head back to the ship and perhaps join a shore excursion. The ship’s captain, expedition leader and kayak guide always maintain close contact to ensure a safe paddling experience. We do not attempt to paddle too far away from the ship. The emphasis is on experiencing the destination rather than travelling long distances.
The kayaks are made with a hard plastic and are easily paddled in swell and conducting shore landings, and through small patches of brash ice. We manoeuvre around the larger ice chunks and floes.
Kayaking in the poles offers a unique wildlife viewing experience. In Antarctica, we have many opportunities to encounter penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally we may even spot leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, we’ll paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large icebergs, however we maintain a safe distance from polar bears and walruses. Our guides carry rifles and flare guns in the Arctic to ensure your safety against polar bears.
Kayakers in wild temperate regions will have a unique wildlife experience, with possible encounters with seals and basking sharks. You will have the opportunity to view some of the largest sea bird colonies in the northern hemisphere.
The superb wildlife-viewing opportunities are endless in the astonishingly biodiverse nature reserves we visit. Kayaks offer a unique opportunity to view marine and land mammals, coral reefs, tropical fish, sea birds and an astonishing range of rainforest birds. We will bring our snorkelling gear with us during our paddles and take advantage of any opportunities to view marine life up close.
In the unlikely event of a capsize, your experienced guide will assist by righting the kayak, stabilising it then pumping it out. Paddlers will re-enter with the guide’s help, or with a support Zodiac. With drysuits and warm clothing underneath you will be comfortable in cold water for up to half an hour. Note that the kayaks have separate compartments with bulkheads, which means they will float after a capsize.
No. Each kayaking place is for one person only. Passengers are unable to share a kayaking place as we customise the kayaks and dry suits for each individual kayaker at the beginning of each voyage.
Deck: 4 & 6
Cabin and balcony combined size: 29.2m² – 35.2m² (314.3ft² – 378.9ft²)
King bed
Twin beds
Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible)
Private balcony
Full size window
Desk area
Closet space
Room-controlled thermostat
Room safe
42″ flat-screen TV
Mini bar*
Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.
*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all cabins except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite
Sea kayaking holidays in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica, the Arctic, and some of the world’s most biodiverse regions, are guaranteed to stir your soul. Paddle between brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes, absorbing the majestic scenery as it unfolds before you.
In Antarctica, keep your camera on-hand for unforgettable encounters with penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, prepare to paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large iceberg.
Led by experienced guides, you and your small group of like-minded adventurers will paddle between ice floes, brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes. Paddling is one of the best ways to access and intimately explore the beautiful coastlines we visit and therefore make the most of your time in the wild and remote destinations we visit.
‘Getting out amongst it’ is our philosophy, and that is exactly what we do. Weather permitting, the sea kayaking activity is normally available anytime the other expeditioners go out. Rather than travelling large distances, our aim is to ensure you see as much as possible. We paddle between 5 to 15 kilometres (2 to 4 hours) per outing, often taking a snack and a flask of hot chocolate to enjoy on our excursion.
Each small group of kayakers (up to 10 per guide) will have their own intimate exploration of the small hidden bays and coasts that are inaccessible to Zodiacs. Of course, we also make time for your own shore excursions and wildlife encounters.
The elements play an important role in our sea kayaking program. It is important that you have an adventurous attitude and understand that the weather can impact our kayaking time.
For all of our trips, you must be active in the outdoors and have an adventurous spirit. The level of experience differs slightly depending on the region you are visiting.
For most temperate and polar you should be an intermediate paddler. In South Georgia however, conditions can be more varied and you require solid paddling experience in ocean swell and wind.
For our tropical trips some prior paddling experience is needed. We may encounter wind on these trips, however the water is fairly protected.
You do not need to be an expert or know how to roll. However, you must be able to swim and you should have experience in a wet exit and assisted re-entry. You should also be proficient at putting on a spray skirt by yourself and be comfortable paddling on seas with up to half a metre swell. It is also important that you gain some practice getting into a kayak from a pier, wharf, or deep shoreline where you can’t step into the kayak from standing position. You can easily practice all of this at home, plus paddling in a variety of weather conditions, before your trip.
Our guides do not offer instructional classes for beginners. Therefore, the sea kayaking option is unsuitable for complete novices. However, there is often ample time to gain the required experience before you depart. We may be able to recommend a reputable sea kayak operator in your area for some tuition prior to the trip.
Your guide will assess your ability on the initial paddle, and if you have insufficient experience, he or she reserves the right to restrict your participation in rougher conditions.
You should be fit enough to paddle for up to three hours and climb between moving Zodiacs on the water. Regular exercise is recommended, because the fitter you are the more you will enjoy the experience. The more paddles you can do before the trip, the better. We recommend at least three outings prior to your voyage.
During summer the air temperature in the Antarctic Peninsula, Greenland and Spitsbergen are generally above freezing but can range from -4°C to +5°C / 24.8°F to 41°F. The water temperature in the polar regions is close to freezing and winds sweep off the glaciers, making paddling a chilling experience. In South Georgia, there are stronger winds and swells than in Antarctica. Scotland, Iceland, Norwegian coasts are warmer with water temperatures of around 12 °C/ 53.6°F.
The northern waters are warmer than the polar regions but water temperatures of around 12 °C/ 53.6°F mean you may opt to wear your paddle jacket on a warm, sunny day or our dry suits on a cool day. Surf landings are not likely, but you must be capable of paddling in a small swell or wind chop, with winds up to 20 knots. With that being said, we will not paddle if wind conditions are too strong and there is no sheltered area for paddling.
In Costa Rica and Panama, April is the end of the dry season. The shoulder season begins in May, bringing increased humidity. Afternoon rain showers are possible in May with temperatures ranging from 26-36 °C (80- 96 °F). Winds are generally light at this time of year. The water temperature ranges from 27 -29 °C. Surf landings are not likely, but be prepared to paddle in a small swell or wind chop, with winds up to 15 knots. Again, we will not paddle if wind conditions are too strong and there is no sheltered area for paddling.
The Sea Kayaking activity is available for an additional surcharge and includes guided excursions and kayaking equipment. Fares for this activity start from US$900, AU$1,250, £460 or €550.
Prices are indicative only and are variable. They are calculated based on the days of voyage, ability to carry out the activity and exchange rates.
Kayaking is one of the best ways to spot rare wildlife, from penguins to puffins.
Being active every day on your holiday means you don’t have to feel guilty about being spoilt by our expert chefs!
Our experienced sea kayak guides will help bring your chosen destination to life.
Add another layer to your once-in-a-lifetime holiday and make the most out of your time in some of the most remote places on earth.
Become lifelong friends with your small group of like-minded adventurers.
Access intimate bays and coves that bigger crafts can’t reach.
Hone your kayaking skills and gain a hobby for life!
Have the time of your life exploring some of the wildest places on earth from the water.
Our guide to paddler ratio is 1:10 and we provide an accompanying safety Zodiac. There are 26 places available in Antarctica and tropical voyages, 20 in temperate regions, South Georgia and all Arctic trips except in Franz Josef Land where the maximum is 16 kayakers.
Kayakers must be 14 or over.
Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.
Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.
If the weather changes during our outing we will head back to the ship and perhaps join a shore excursion. The ship’s captain, expedition leader and kayak guide always maintain close contact to ensure a safe paddling experience. We do not attempt to paddle too far away from the ship. The emphasis is on experiencing the destination rather than travelling long distances.
The kayaks are made with a hard plastic and are easily paddled in swell and conducting shore landings, and through small patches of brash ice. We manoeuvre around the larger ice chunks and floes.
Kayaking in the poles offers a unique wildlife viewing experience. In Antarctica, we have many opportunities to encounter penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally we may even spot leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, we’ll paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large icebergs, however we maintain a safe distance from polar bears and walruses. Our guides carry rifles and flare guns in the Arctic to ensure your safety against polar bears.
Kayakers in wild temperate regions will have a unique wildlife experience, with possible encounters with seals and basking sharks. You will have the opportunity to view some of the largest sea bird colonies in the northern hemisphere.
The superb wildlife-viewing opportunities are endless in the astonishingly biodiverse nature reserves we visit. Kayaks offer a unique opportunity to view marine and land mammals, coral reefs, tropical fish, sea birds and an astonishing range of rainforest birds. We will bring our snorkelling gear with us during our paddles and take advantage of any opportunities to view marine life up close.
In the unlikely event of a capsize, your experienced guide will assist by righting the kayak, stabilising it then pumping it out. Paddlers will re-enter with the guide’s help, or with a support Zodiac. With drysuits and warm clothing underneath you will be comfortable in cold water for up to half an hour. Note that the kayaks have separate compartments with bulkheads, which means they will float after a capsize.
No. Each kayaking place is for one person only. Passengers are unable to share a kayaking place as we customise the kayaks and dry suits for each individual kayaker at the beginning of each voyage.