Snowmobiling from Husafell: Langjokull glacier west side

Ride a snowmobile up Langjokull to the summit, with gear and a guide who knows the glacier

Snowmobile from Husafell Activity Center to the top of Langjokull glacier on the west side, where fewer tours run and the pace stays personal. You receive a helmet, buff, overshoes and warm overalls at the base, then travel by bus to the glacier edge for safety instructions before riding uphill with a local guide who explains the route and helps you frame photos at the top.

The experience

You start at Husafell Activity Center, where you get fitted with a helmet, buff, overshoes and warm overalls. A bus takes you to the edge of Langjokull glacier, where your guide walks you through how to operate the snowmobile and what to expect on the glacier itself. Then you ride up to the summit, with your guide explaining the terrain and the glacier as you go.

The west side of Langjokull draws fewer riders than the east, which is why the operator keeps the groups small and the experience personal. Your guide is local and knows the glacier well enough to point out what you're seeing and to stop for photos when a moment is worth keeping. The whole outing runs about two hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Snowmobile.
• helmet, buff, overshoes and warm overalls.
• bus transport from Husafell Activity Center to the glacier edge.
• safety instruction.
• local guide in English.
• photo stops.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:30 and 13:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Child (under 17)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Simply Iceland

Is this one for you?Small groups and a laid-back pace suit anyone who wants to ride a glacier without the crowds of the busier east side tours. The west side of Langjokull is the choice when you'd rather have a guide's attention than a convoy of snowmobiles.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 17).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What do I need to wear when I ride a snowmobile on Langjokull?

The operator provides a helmet, buff, overshoes and warm overalls at Husafell Activity Center before you board the bus to the glacier. Wear layers underneath and bring gloves if you have them, though the overalls cover most of your body.

How high does the snowmobile ride go on Langjokull?

You ride to the top of Langjokull glacier. The guide explains the route as you climb and stops to help you take photos at the summit.

Why does the west side of Langjokull have fewer snowmobile tours than the east?

The operator runs tours on the west side specifically because it draws less traffic. Fewer riders on the same glacier means smaller groups and a more personal pace.

Do I need snowmobiling experience to book this ride?

No. Your guide gives you safety instructions and shows you how to operate the snowmobile before you leave the glacier edge. The rides are described as sturdy and suited to the terrain.