Snowmobiling on Langjökull Glacier from Geysir Area

Ride a snowmobile across Langjökull's snow and ice with a guide steering the route.

Snowmobiling on Langjökull Glacier from Geysir Area is a 4.5-hour activity where you ride a snowmobile across Iceland's second-largest glacier with an experienced guide, all gear provided, and pickup from Geysir Centre. Two travelers share each snowmobile, though solo riding is available for an extra fee. A valid driver's license is required to operate the machine.

The experience

The day starts at Geysir Parking lot, just behind Geysir Centre on the Golden Circle route. From there, you board a super jeep for the drive up to Langjökull, Iceland's second-largest glacier. Once you arrive at the glacier hut, the guides fit you with all the necessary equipment (overall, balaclava, gloves, ski goggles and helmet), and walk you through the safety instructions you'll need before heading out on the snow.

Then you get on your snowmobile and ride across the glacier's landscape for about an hour. Two people share each machine unless you pay extra to ride solo. During the ride, the group makes a stop so you can take photos and switch drivers if you want to. The guide leads the way and sets the pace across the snow.

The whole outing, from pickup to drop-off back at Geysir Centre, takes 4.5 hours. You'll need a valid driver's license to operate the snowmobile. Children from age 8 can join, but there must be one adult per child or teenager on the activity.

What’s included

• One hour snowmobile ride with two people sharing each machine.
• all necessary gear including overall, balaclava, gloves, ski goggles and helmet.
• pickup and drop-off at Geysir Centre.
• super jeep transport to and from the glacier.
• experienced English-speaking guide and safety instruction.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English12:15 and 13:15

Guide in English12:15 and 13:15

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 12:15 and 13:15

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Child (8 to 16 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “The meeting point for the tour is at Geysir Parking lot (located behind of Geysir Centre) The driving distance from Reykjavik is approximately 1,5 hours so make sure to account for enough driving time.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Snowmobile.is

Is this one for you?The ride lasts about an hour across the glacier, and the full outing takes 4.5 hours with the jeep drive and gear setup, so plan for a half-day commitment. Two riders share each snowmobile unless you book the solo upgrade, which means you'll either ride with a stranger or pay extra to ride alone.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 16 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.

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 24h before the start.

Can I ride the snowmobile alone, or do I have to share with another person?

Two travelers share each snowmobile as standard. Solo riding is available for an extra fee based on availability, so you can choose at checkout whether to upgrade.

What do I need to bring or wear for the snowmobile ride?

All snowmobile gear is provided: overall, balaclava, gloves, ski goggles and helmet. You'll wear these over your own clothes, so dress warmly in layers. A valid driver's license is required to operate the machine.

How long is the actual snowmobile ride on the glacier?

The snowmobile ride itself lasts about one hour. The full activity, including the super jeep drive to the glacier, gear setup and the return journey, takes 4.5 hours total.

Where does the activity start and end?

Pickup and drop-off happen at Geysir Centre, in the Geysir Parking lot on the Golden Circle route. The super jeep takes you from there to Langjökull Glacier and back.