Ísafjörður: 6-Day Holiday Package Glacier and Paddling Tour
- Embark on a true kayak adventure for 6 days of magnificent scenery
- Experience the beautiful scenery of Jökulfirðir glacial fjords and Ísafjarðardjúp bay
- Professional guide, food, ferry transfers, accommodation, and all equipment included
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Overview
Experience the best of both worlds, the beautiful fjords of Jökulfirðir glacial fjords in Hornstrandir Nature Reserve and Ísafjarðardjúp bay. This is our longest sea kayak trip. It is a combination of Glacier Fjords Kayaking and Coastal Kayaking Adventure that put end to end to create a truly wild adventure.
What's included?
Day 1: Ísafjörður–Hornstrandir ferry transfer
Day 1–4: Fjords kayaking expedition
Day 1–4: Accommodation in houses w/all meals
Day 4–6: Coastal kayaking & remote beaches
Day 4–6: Wild camping (tents) w/all meals
Day 6: Return transfer to Ísafjörður
Flights to/from Ísafjörður Airport (IFJ)
Private transfers from/to the airport
Food on the first day until the trip departs
Personal health and travel insurances
Single traveler supplement fee €500
Any local taxes and fees
What to expect?
This is our longest sea kayak trip. It is a combination of Glacier Fjords Kayaking and Coastal Kayaking Adventure put end to end to create a truly wild adventure. Experience the best of both worlds, the beautiful fjords of Jökulfirðir glacial fjords in Hornstrandir Nature Reserve and Ísafjarðardjúp bay. Both of these areas are considered to offer the best sea kayaking in Iceland. Numerous bird species spend the summer in the area and there is a great chance to spot whales, porpoises, dolphins and seals.
We spend the first three nights in comfortable houses and the remaining two nights wild camping on remote beaches. A unique combination which will keep you entertained until the very end! We paddle under towering cliffs, negotiating the waves and rocks which demonstrate nature’s raw power. We will take time to explore rocky coves and inlets and try our hand at surfing small waves should we encounter any.
The camp to camp aspect of this trip along with the exposure to the open ocean and long open water crossings make to journey more suited to kayakers with substantial experience under their belt. If your experience is limited we suggest exploring other trips such as Wild Camp Discovery or Glacier Fjords Kayaking.
What to bring (full list):
Clothing
Thermal base layers (at least 2 tops)
Wool/fleece mid layer
Hiking pants (no cotton)
Waterproof, breathable jacket and pants
Wool/fleece hat
Warm gloves for camp
2–3 pairs wool/synthetic socks
Light hiking shoes for camp
Sleeping gear
Sleeping bag rated to 0°C (down preferred)
Thin inflatable sleeping mat
Personal items
Sunglasses and sunscreen
1L water bottle
Personal medical kit and medication
Camera (optional)
Binoculars (optional)
Dry storage
At least 2 dry bags for personal gear
Paddling clothing (recommended if bringing your own)
Dry pants and dry top with rubber cuffs, or 3mm wetsuit with windproof top
Neoprene boots with ankle support
Neoprene gloves/mittens/pogies
All paddling gear is provided. Dry suits, sleeping bags, and mats are available to rent if needed.
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Good to know
Meeting point: Borea Adventures outdoor base (grey building), Mávagarður C, Ísafjörður
What to bring
Bring warm, quick-drying layers, a waterproof jacket and pants, wool socks, hat and gloves (no cotton). Pack a 0°C sleeping bag, compact sleeping mat, water bottle, personal medication, and at least two dry bags.