White Water Rafting and Riding in Skagafjordur

A river-rafting and horseback riding experience that will long be a memory to remember. After landing, we head for the stables at Varmahlid, mount up and ride for an hour in Skagafjordur, a region best known for it horses, horsemanship and great riding trails. Then we drive to the river's edge and shove off in rafts. There is a rush of excitement as we glide through the river. It is invigorating. Smiles of determination turn to laughter as our raft successfully manoeuvres among the rippling current. The paddle captain calls out instructions and we respond, paddling through holes, eddies, narrow channels, currents and scenic backdrops. And during the peaceful calms, we just settle back and soak up those landscapes. The lovely Jökulsá River has its own special wilderness, embedded in winding valleys, steep cliffs, green pastures and canyons. Moreover, looking at land from the water, any water, puts daily life in an interesting new perspective. Helmets, dry suits, flotation jackets and confident professional guides take the edge off any worries - any doubts that may have entered our thoughts during the Eagle Air flight to Sauđárkrókur and drive to the river's edge. After the run is over, we put ashore, dry off and enjoy a good lunch before going to the swimming  pool
and hot pots at nearby Varmahlid. Relaxing in  geothermal water soothes and refreshes activity-tired muscles. Then we head back to the airport for the return flight to Reykjavík.

Itinerary
· Morning flight from Reykjavik to Saudarkrokur.
· Horseback riding trip - 1 hour
· Lunch
· Coach from airport to the Jökulsá River
· White Water Rafting
· Swimming at Varmahlid
· Drive to the airport
· Flight to Reykjavik

Included
· Flight and taxes
· Drive from and to hotel in Reykjavik - Free pick-up
· Drive from and to airport at Saudarkrokur
· Horseback riding trip
· Rafting trip
· Admission to swimming facility

Not Included
· Lunch
Recommended clothing
· Good warm cloths to wear under the "dry suit"
(warm fleece pullover or thermal, tousers, woollen or other good warm cloths)
· Extra set of clothing to put on after the rafting tour.

Price: € 395
Operation:  June 1st  – August 31st, Tuesdays

The tour can be booked
Tel.: 562-4200
E-mail to ernir@ernir.is