Eyjafjallajökull Snowmobiling Tour

While the south is certainly spectacular from “below” nothing beats experiencing it from “above”. Snowmobiling on top of Eyjafjallajökull glacier is an extraordinary experience and an adventure not to be missed!

Our adventure begins when we meet at our base camp close to the legendary Eyjafjallajokull Glacier. There, one of our friendly certified tour guides will provide you with all the equipment that you need and give you a short safety briefing. Then it’s time to ride a specially designed super jeep to the starting point of your snowmobile ride.

This tour is the perfect length of time for ‘first-time riders’ and individuals looking for a scenic, fun ride, exploring and experiencing the wilderness, the glacier, and the breathtaking views over south Iceland.

In perfect conditions, the jaw-dropping view includes the Westman Islands, the whole south coast all the way to Ingólfsfjall, and even a big part of the highlands!

The tour starts from our base, Brú by Road 249. After a short briefing where your guide takes you through safety procedures, we put on a snowsuit and helmet (gloves and a mask are also provided) and hop into our modified super jeep. We then drive towards Eyjafjallajökull and up its slopes, onto the glacier, and to the base where we keep our snowmobiles.

Once there, we’ll climb onto snowmobiles for a heart-pumping experience of Iceland at its absolute best. As soon as we get onto the glacier, prepare to be struck by its size: a pristine expanse of snow dotted with rock formations and majestic ice sculptures.

As we push deeper into this icy wilderness, we’ll start to see some of the most impressive views over South Iceland. It is an enthralling experience with vast snowfields, towering mountains, and more majestic landmarks.

Glide across the powdery snow with ease. Your friendly guide will teach you all about glaciers and the myths that define them.

The duration of the tour varies from season to season since we drive up to the ever-changing snow-line to reach our snowmobiles but the snowmobiling itself is about 1 hour. In wintertime, it is easier to reach snow so the tour can be from 2-4 hours in total.

Please note: All drivers must be 17 years of age or older and have a full, valid international driver’s license. According to Icelandic law, a learner´s permit, tractor, or motorcycle license is not sufficient. Single riders and groups with odd numbers must book a single-ride snowmobile.

The standard price includes a two-person shared snowmobile ride. The shared snowmobile ride is priced per person. A shared ride is when two people share one snowmobile. Each snowmobile can take 1-2 people at a time. If you book ‘shared rides’ only and bookings are in odd numbers you will need to buy one single ride, be sure to book this correctly in the booking process. If you are solo traveller/rider you must upgrade before the tour to a solo snowmobile. If this is not booked correctly, we will charge the extra fee on location.

• Warm outdoor clothing
• Warm layers - not cotton
• Waterproof jacket and pants
• Head-wear
• Gloves
• Appropriate hiking boots/shoes are required
• Light snack

• Season: Daily from 1 November – 15 June
• Duration is approximately 3 hours.
• All drivers must be 17 years or older and have a valid international driver’s license.
• Standard price includes a two-person shared ride, priced per person. Single riders and groups with odd numbers must book a single ride before the tour. If this is not booked correctly, we will charge the extra fee on location.
• Departure: 10:00 and 14:00 from Brú Base Camp. Road 249.
• Minimum age is 6 years old.
• Price is without pick up or drop off.
• Wear comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, and warm clothes according to this area’s weather forecast.