Snowmobiling Adventure on Langjokull Glacier from Gullfoss

A bit underwhelming

We were excited about the tour after seeing the monster bus parked at the Gullfoss. A friendly employee told us about the trip to the 2nd largest glacier in Europe and the snow mobile experience and we were sold. However, the experience itself was pretty underwhelming. We were driven to the base, given the overalls and a crash course in snowmobile driving, some of them brokedown on the trip, they took some 15-20 minutes to fix, and then we came back.

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Fun - but expect a large group

Expensive - but we did upgrade to solo snowmobiles so we could both drive. The 2 biggest issues - First - Expect a large group. They say there is 1 guide for 6-12 snowmobiles - which is true. But, the entire group goes at once with however many guides are needed and go in a line on a specific path. We had about 20 snowmobiles and 3 guides. You go out to a specific turn around spot and have more time than necessary to take photos then you return to bus. Second- our super bus had mechanical issues. It took us much longer to get up and back than normal. We had problems with either the engine or transmission starting about 20 minutes into the ride up. We got back about 45 minutes later than planned. We did get same amount of time snowmobiling as advertised- just had quite a bit of extra time getting to and from the base area. Glacier was melting quite a bit - but still a decent ride. Guides were nice. If you’ve never been on a glacier and don’t do much snowmobiling - it’s a fun and easy way to experience being up on the glacier.

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Bucklet list experience

The staff were very nice. The drive to the snowmobile site was fun too! This experience was on my mom's bucket list. She is 83, so she brought me along to drive. I had never driven a snowmobile before, so I was nervous, but it was easy. It was a very fun experience that I will remember for a lifetime.

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Slow Going

This "adventure" was quite tame. There were about 20 snow machines all in single file that traveled no faster than 5 to 10 mph. If you are looking for some excitement, this is not where you will find it.

Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not provide the level of excitement you were hoping for. While we love a good adventure, safety is always our absolute highest priority. Because glacier terrain can change rapidly and present hidden hazards like crevasses, we keep our groups in a controlled, single-file formation and maintain a moderate speed to ensure everyone makes it across the ice safely. We appreciate your honest perspective, as it helps future travelers choose the right type of experience for their comfort level. We wish you the best on your future travels and hope your next adventure brings you the adrenaline you are looking for!

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Snowmobile a Glacier

The best part of this experience was feeling like you were on another planet. It really felt like you were immersed in Iceland and fully taking it in. The snowmobile was a little tricky to steer but the guides were great and quick to handle any situations. We are glad that we did this excursion!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We love hearing that our glacier tour made you feel like you were exploring another planet—that otherworldly landscape is truly what makes Iceland so magical! You are completely right that steering a snowmobile can take a little getting used to, but we are so glad our guides were right there to help you handle it with confidence. Thank you for choosing our excursion, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future! Safe travels!

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