Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Explore the South Coast of Iceland and admire the spectacular Mýrdalsjökull glacier on this snowmobile day trip from Reykjavík!
If you are looking for a fun and authentic experience in Iceland, this snowmobile trip is perfect for you. Guided by a professional and local guide, you’ll ride a snowmobile and explore the southern coast from Reykjavík to Mýrdalsjökull glacier.
This snowmobile adventure kicks off in Reykjavík where your expert local guide will pick you up from your accommodation. From there you will head south along the coast until you reach base, perfectly located at the foothill of the glacier. At base, your guide will go over safety precautions and will provide you with a snowsuit and helmet for warmth, safety, and comfort. Next, you will step into the super-jeep and head up towards the glacier to the snowmobile location. Driving these snowmobiles is easy, no previous experience is required. You only need a driver's license to join as a driver or you’ll join as a passenger.
This scenic ride will expose stunning views over southern Iceland. Your guide will take you all around the Mýrdalsjökull glacier where underneath the 750 meters of thick ice lies the caldera of the Katla volcano. Then, this amazing snowmobile day trip to the south coast of Iceland will end and you’ll return to Reykjavík. On your way back, you will get the chance to stop and admire the picturesque Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls.
Don’t miss the chance to explore Iceland by snowmobiling from Reykjavík to the South Coast. Book your ticket on this exciting adventure!
- Pick up in Reykjavík (it can take up to 30 minutes to collect all the participants) or meeting directly to the Icelandic Mountain Guides base on the Mýrdalsjökull glacier
- Once you arrive at the base (approximately 2 hours 20 minutes drive from Reykjavík), briefing on the snowmobile activity and safety instructions
- Distribution of equipment and ascent to the glacier in a truck designed for this particular terrain
- Handover of the snowmobiles and departure for a 1-hour excursion on the glacier
- Return to the base in the truck, return the equipment and end of the activity
- For those benefiting from the transfer, return to Reykjavík with stops at the Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls
Activity requirements
Minimum driving age: 17 years old
A physical valid driver’s license is compulsory for drivers.
Special terms
Please note that each vehicle can fit up to 2 people.
Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the pick-up time and place for your activity.
Please inform us of any important health issues upon booking.
- Guide
- Helmet
- Pick up/drop off in Reykjavík
- Snowmobile
- Snowmobile balaclava face mask
- Snowmobile overall
- Photos
- Video
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Warm clothing
- Waterproof outerwear
- Gloves
- Headwear/beanie
- Good hiking shoes
- Bottle of water
- Picnic lunch
