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Our Signature Trips in the North
Experience the rivers that made Viking Rafting what it is today. We run two rivers up here. The Austari Jökulsá is Grade 4+ big water, deep canyons, the best whitewater in Iceland. The Vestari Jökulsá is our family river, where anyone can come along. Both in the heart of Iceland's wild northern canyons. This is where we started.

Whitewater

Action

The East Glacial River (grade IV+)

Exciting rapids, mind-blowing scenery, and one of the most remote single-day settings on the planet make the East Glacial River Iceland's signature rafting trip!

BOOK THE ACTION

Family

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The West Glacial River (grade II+)

The West Glacial River is home to gentle rapids, spectacular canyon scenery, and natural riverside hot springs, making it the perfect playground for vikings of all ages!

BOOK THE FUN

Rafting the Hólmsá - South Coast, near Vík
Different river, different landscape. The Hólmsá is a glacial river cutting through black basalt, remote and quiet, with nobody else out there. Real Grade 3 rapids that families and first-timers can handle. Same Viking spirit, 35 minutes from Vík if you're driving the South Coast.

RAFT IN THE SOUTH

Midnight Sun Whitewater Festival

25th-26th June 2027

What people says

It was absolutely AMAZING experience!

The staff was very professional, they explained everything and made sure we understood.

We felt very safe with all the instructors that were with us for the whole time. The vibe was super fun and we finished the rafting with a lot of great memories. Highly recommend!!!

Most memorable highlight. Highly experienced guides that'll give you the confidence to tackle Class 4 rapids. The safety briefing was thorough and made us well-prepared. As long as you're in good shape and feeling adventurous, you'll have a great time. Be careful, they set the bar so high, it's unforgettable. Worth all the stars!

The whole experience was incredible!! The views in the canyon are breathtaking! Everyone was very professional and yet kind, friendly, and helpful. We felt safe and could tell that our guide was very experienced. The rafting itself was just the right length of time and level of difficulty for us. I would highly recommend Viking Rafting to anyone.

Best experience in Iceland totally worth it.
If you’re going for the first time ever to do rafting & without kids go for the Whitewater Action (East).
The lamb Lunch they offer is really good & u can book it at front desk.
Staff are super.
Surely will do it every time whenever I visit

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Everyone has that one friend... 🐶😂 The one cheering you on from the shore while you do the scary part. In Bhalu's defense, someone has to supervise the landing.

The wait is over. Hólmsá starts tomorrow! 🤘 South Iceland has a new whitewater adventure, and it's looking better than ever. The canyon is glowing with purple lupins, but nature doesn't wait: within a few days they'll be gone. Join us while the river is at its most colorful and discover one of Iceland's hidden gems. 🌊 Trips start July 15 📍 Hólmsá, South Iceland 🛶 No experience needed

- "How good is the East Glacial River?" - "YES!" #vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

The Family Rafting isn't just about gentle rapids: it's about the journey through one of Iceland's most incredible canyons. Ancient basalt walls, hidden waterfalls, steaming hot springs and landscapes that remind you just how wild this country really is. Every bend in the river reveals something new.

Think this looks like our East Glacial River? Think again. 👀 This is the Hólmsá: our South Iceland adventure. The first trips have already shown us just how special this canyon is. Basalt walls, playful rapids, incredible scenery... and yes, Bhalu has already claimed it as his new playground. 🐾 Official departures begin July 15th, with trips running three times a day from @hrifunesnaturepark See you on the river! 🌊 #vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Monkey see, monkey do. 🐶💦 Bhalu: "Looks fun. I'm in." Don't worry: every jump is optional, every landing is supervised, and Bhalu has perfected the art of stealing the spotlight. #vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Think this doesn't look like our river in the North? You're right. 😉 Starting July 15th, we're bringing Viking Rafting to South Iceland! Our new trip on the Hólmsá River is the perfect introduction to whitewater rafting. Expect fun Class III rapids, stunning volcanic landscapes, glacial water, and plenty of waves! All just 35 minutes from Vík! Whether you're trying rafting for the first time or looking to add a little adventure to your South Iceland road trip, we've got you covered. We can't wait to welcome our first guests to Hólmsá. See you on the river! 🌊💙

We truly believe our Family Rafting trip is one of the best in the world. 🌊💙 Not just because of the stunning canyon, the glacial river, the natural hot springs, or the incredible guides… but because of the smiles we see on every trip. And we're proud to say that TripAdvisor agrees. Thank you to everyone who has paddled with us, shared your experience, and helped us earn another Travelers' Choice Award. Now it's your turn to see what all the excitement is about! #takeyourfunseriously

Bhalu never misses the surfing session. He watches every wave, every wipeout, and every successful ride like it's the most important job in the world. #vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

The East Glacial River is famous for its world-class whitewater... But the moments between the rapids are just as unforgettable. 🌊🏔️ Towering basalt cliffs, hidden waterfalls, glacial blue water, and a canyon so remote you'll forget the rest of the world exists.

30.06.2026 is done let’s welcome 01.07.2026 😎

Most rafting trips come with a snack. Ours comes with a natural hot spring. 🌋☕ Halfway down the West Glacial River, we stop to collect naturally hot water straight from the ground and turn it into a well-earned cup of hot chocolate. It might just be the most Icelandic coffee break you'll ever have. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Surfing: MIDNIGHT EDITION! 🤘😁 Another wild Midnight Rafting adventure is in the books! Thanks to everyone who stayed up way past bedtime to paddle, surf, laugh, and make the most of Iceland's endless daylight. Until next year... 🌞🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Meet Bhalu, our unofficial river guide. He doesn't paddle much, but he's an expert at enjoying the ride. 🌊🐶 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

We all have friends who laugh first and help later. 😄🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Midnight in Skagafjörður. 🌞 No filters. No sunset. Just the view outside at 12:00 AM in North Iceland. In a few days, we'll be heading out for our annual Midnight Rafting trip, paddling through the East Glacial River under this endless golden light. One of those experiences that's hard to explain until you've seen it for yourself. 🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

What if we told you that all of these photos were taken between midnight and 3am? 🌞🌊 Welcome to summer in North Iceland, where the sun never really sets and the adventure doesn't stop. Join us on June 26th for our annual Midnight Rafting trip and experience the East Glacial River bathed in the golden light of the midnight sun. One of the most unique rafting experiences you'll find anywhere in the world. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Have a great weekend, everyone! 🌊😄 We'll celebrate ours the same way we celebrate every day around here: with a little adventure! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Turns out happy guests deserve a celebration too 🍻😄 Thank you to everyone who helped us earn another TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award. We can't promise we'll stop talking about it anytime soon... 🌊🏆💙 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Cold water is part of the adventure. Being cold isn't. 🧊😄 That's why every guest gets equipped with high-quality drysuits, neoprene boots, gloves, and all the gear needed to stay comfortable on the river. The water may have been a glacier just a few hours ago, but you'd never guess it from the smiles. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Why are we rated among the best rafting experiences in the world? 🌊🏆 Is it the world-class whitewater? The stunning Icelandic scenery? The incredible people we get to meet every day? Or maybe it's Bhalu. 🐶 Whatever the reason, this award belongs just as much to our guests as it does to our team! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

While everyone else is busy rafting Green Room, Bhalu has his own route 🐶💨 Watch closely and you'll spot a little black blur sprinting around the rapid, determined to be there when the raft comes out the other side.

Today was a good day! 😍 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Sometimes the river turns your world upside down 🌊😄 #takeyourfunseriously

Sometimes the river decides a few people need a closer look at the water 😄🌊 Luckily, getting swimmers back into the raft is all part of the adventure, and our guides and safety kayakers make it look easy. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Did you ever imagine taking your family for a swim in glacial water? 😄💦 Neither did most of our guests... until they discovered drysuits. Turns out water that's only a few degrees above freezing is a lot more fun when you stay warm and dry. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

One country. Three incredible rivers. 🌊🇮🇸 Whether you're looking for big whitewater, spectacular canyon scenery, or a fun adventure in South Iceland, we've got a river for you. 🏔️ East Glacial River: Whitewater Action 🏞️ West Glacial River: Family Rafting 🌋 Hólmsá River: South Iceland Whitewater Adventure Which one would you choose? #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Follow the kayaker. Paddle hard. Trust the guide. 🌊💥 Just another day on the East Glacial River. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

🌊 BIG NEWS! 🌊 We're bringing Viking Rafting to South Iceland! Starting July 15th, we'll be running our new Hólmsá Whitewater Adventure three times a day on one of Iceland's classic sections. Expect fun rapids, beautiful volcanic landscapes, and that feeling of being far away from the crowds. We're excited to launch this adventure in collaboration with @hrifunesnaturepark, a beautiful place to stay, relax, and enjoy excellent cuisine after a day on the river. No experience needed. Just bring your sense of adventure. Who's joining us this summer? 🚣‍♂️💙 More details in our bio! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Can you spot the raft? 😅 You can snooze your alarm. You can't snooze the rapid "Alarm Clock" 🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Drifting through one of Iceland's most beautiful canyons with the best company 🚣‍♂️🏞️💙 Family rafting doesn't get much better than this. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

We teach you this before the trip 😄 Not because we expect you to end up in the river... but because if you do, we want you to know exactly what to do. Our safety briefing covers everything that could happen on the river. And occasionally, it turns out to be surprisingly useful 🌊🤝 That's what we mean when we say: Take Your Fun Seriously. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Bhalu making sure every swimmer makes it safely back to shore after the cliff jump 🐶💙 Quality control is an important part of the job. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Take Your Fun Seriously. For us, it's more than a slogan. It means creating unforgettable adventures, sharing laughs, and making memories on the river. But it also means taking safety seriously, training hard, maintaining our equipment, and preparing for situations we hope never happen. Because the best adventures happen when everyone can relax, trust the process, and focus on having fun. That's what Take Your Fun Seriously means to us. 💙🌊

🚣‍♂️ Ready to level up your river skills? Join us at Viking Rafting for the Whitewater Rescue Technician (WRT) course and learn the essential techniques for staying safe and responding effectively in whitewater environments. Whether you're a recreational paddler looking to build confidence on the river or a professional guide sharpening your rescue skills, this hands-on course will prepare you for real-world river situations. 👉 More info in bio 🌊 Learn. Practice. Rescue. 📍 Viking Rafting, Iceland Spaces are limited, secure your spot today!

Hari guiding rapids: expert 💪🌊 Hari dancing the Macarena: still in training 😅🕺 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

The last (but not least) big hit of the Action Trip 😁🤘 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

How would you call this rescue technique? 🤔😁 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Can you spot our rafting base? 😳 The Midnight Sun season in Iceland is ON! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Glacial water looks cold… because it is 🧊😄 Good thing our drysuits let you enjoy the swim instead of surviving it 💦 #Vikingrafting #drysuit #takeyourfunseriously

What do we do when we are not working? WE GO ON THE RIVER (even the bus driver in the last photo) 😁 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Bhalu enjoying the calmer side of rafting 🐶🌊 Just cruising through the canyon on a quiet family rafting trip. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Today's trip was… 😍 as usual… 😅 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This is the point of no return 🌊 After running “Alarm Clock,” we enter deep into the canyon toward one of the biggest rapids of the trip: “Commitment.” And once you run Commitment… there’s no easy way out. You’re committed to the whole gorge 😎 #whitewateraction #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Sun out, paddles up ☀️🌊 Yesterday’s Whitewater Action Trip had everything we love about the river! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

It might not be northern lights season, but this sky is putting on a pretty good show 🌄🔥 #vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Just Bhalu enjoying the Icelandic countryside 🐶🐎 Watching the horses run by the rafting base like it’s his favorite TV show. Not a bad place to do it either: Skagafjörður is known as the capital of the Icelandic horse. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Enjoying a beautiful day of family rafting yesterday 💙🌊 Big smiles, fresh air, and quality time surrounded by Icelandic nature. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Cold water, warm drysuits, questionable decisions 😄💦 Would you jump? #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

A landscape carved by glaciers, rivers, and time itself 🌊🏔️ The East Glacial River canyon never stops amazing us. Come see it with your own eyes. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

The East Glacial River from above 🚁🌊 Massive canyons, endless landscapes, and one of the wildest corners of Iceland. Some places are hard to believe until you see them with your own eyes: this is one of them. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

What’s more bonding than sharing an adventure in nature with your family? 💙🌊 Paddling through a canyon that so few people ever get to see, far from crowds, screens, and everyday life… Just the river, the scenery, and the people you love most. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

The Whitewater Action Trip can get intense 🌊💥 But this is exactly why we train, safety brief, and work as a team. The guide starts recovering the closest swimmers, those swimmers help recover the others, while our safety kayakers pick up anyone further downstream. Fast reactions, teamwork, and a crew that knows exactly what to do 🤝 And of course, nothing of this would be enjoyable without a DRYSUIT ;) #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Rafting in May can be cold… ❄️ But do these faces look cold to you? 😄💦 That’s the beauty of proper drysuits! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Why do we teach this before going on the river? 🤔 Have you been rescued by one of our safety kayakers? 😁 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Our guides are warming up for the season. Have you visited this spot? #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Everyone paddle hard 💪🌊 Bhalu already knows what’s coming 🐶😏 Smooth line in “Commitment”! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Season officially starts May 1st… …but some couldn’t wait 😏🌊 First crew of the season on the East River. Let’s go! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Who’s learning from whom… really? 😄 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Bhalu chose the safe line 🐶🛶 Didn’t fully trust the rafting crew in Green Room 😅 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Glacial water on the outside… warm and comfy on the inside 🧊😎 That’s drysuit magic 💦

Still smiling before the last flip of the trip, after 18km of whitewater action! 🤘 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Every season starts the same way: training hard! All our staff, drivers and chefs included, get on the river to practice rescue scenarios and be ready for anything. We’re lucky that we haven’t had to use these skills, because keeping everyone safe on the river is always our top priority. But if the day ever comes, we’re ready. Proud to train alongside the Icelandic Rescue Team: sharing knowledge, learning from each other, and getting better every year 🤝 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

15 days to go… and the river is calling 🌊🔥 Season is just around the corner! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Behind every action shot… a bit of loose Icelandic rock management 😅📸 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

We do our best with photos… But the scale of this landscape is something you can only feel from the raft 💙🏞️ #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Flipping Friday: Before 💦😅 After 😄👌 From swimmers to winners 😎 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

What's so special about these photos? They're all taken after midnight 😁🤘 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

An old school drone shot from one of the first editions of our Fire & Ice Creek Race. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This is where it all comes together 🌊 East meets West, and the result is… well, let’s just say geologists get very excited about this stuff 😄 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This was NOT part of the safety briefing… 😳🐻‍❄️🐟 #takeyourfunseriously

10 points if you recognize him 100 points if you flipped with him in Green Room 1000 points if he rescued you in the "koala position" 😁

Have a wild weekend, hold on tight! 😜🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This is how our safety kayakers cover every corner of the river 💪🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

We call it the “sexy position”… and yes, it’s as important as it sounds 😏🛶 Our safety briefing isn’t just for show: we explain everything that can happen on the river… because it usually does 💦 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Where adventure meets family time 💦 The West Glacial River is made for moments like this. #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Holding on to get that GoPro footage 😁 If you recognize yourself in this photo, send un the shot! IF ANYONE has any rafting video, send it to info@vikingrafting.com 😎 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Can you guess what we use this for? 🤔 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

When the safety briefing is already this fun… you know the trip will be good. This is what we mean when we say "we take your fun seriously". #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Flipping Friday meets Friday the 13th… what could possibly go wrong? 😈🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

One photo that says it all: this is how much we love our job 💙🌊 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Whoever says rafting in the rain isn’t fun… probably never tried it in our drysuits 😏🌧️💦 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Have you heard of the "Wim Hof Method"? 😁 Breathing method, cold therapy, and commitment!

How about a steak of organic local lamb after a day on the river? 🥩🌊 Earn your rapids… then earn your meal 😎 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This is probably the only thing that can distract you from the scenery of this gorge 😍 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Bring your kids out of the screens and into real Icelandic nature, where adventure is something you feel, not just watch. Family rafting on the West River 🌊✨

How about the color of the river?😍 These are the conditions you will find rafting in May! #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

From rotor blades to river bends 🚁🌊 Heli in, family raft down: because some adventures deserve a legendary entrance. An unforgettable experience from the sky to the canyon with @elevenexperience

6 hours ago, this was glacier ice. 🧊 Now we’re swimming in it: warm, dry, and smiling. That’s the power of DRYSUITS 💪💦 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Give us your best caption 😁🤘👇

Would you trust him as your guide? 😁🐾 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Before Bhalu, there was Kolur 🐾💙 Now he’s chasing rapids in the French Alps on the Isère, but we still love watching him do what he was born for: loving the river 🌊

Flipping into the weekend like… 💦 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Did you know? If the raft flips and you climb back in before the guide… he owes you a beer 🍺 But if he makes it in first? Well… the crew better start buying 😜 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Yes, the Beast of the East is famous for its whitewater and rapids… but have you seen the scenery it flows through? 🌊😍 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Priorities sorted: rafts first, sheep later 😄🐾 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

Some holes are meant to be surfed 💦 😂 #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously

This is where the paddles slow down and everyone just looks around. One of the most scenic moments of our family trip 🌄🚣‍♂️ #Vikingrafting #takeyourfunseriously