Frozen Horizons
Glacier Expedition Helicopter Tour
A swift ascent into the glacial world, offering a gateway to the expansive white plateaus of Iceland's ice caps
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Shared tour from ISK 96,900/person (min. 2 pax)Private tour ISK 349,000 (1-4 pax)
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All yearThe Experience
From the moment the skids leave the ground, the perspective shifts. This flight is designed to take you from the city’s edge to the high-altitude silence of the nearest ice caps. It is a journey through Iceland’s rawest elements where the dark, jagged lines of volcanic rock meet the clean, white expanse of the glacier. Whether viewing the snow-covered peaks from above or stepping out for a remote landing, the scale of the landscape is a powerful reminder of the nature of the North.
The Details
Departing from Reykjavík, this expedition targets the Þórisjökull glacier and the mountains just beyond the city’s reach. We navigate past the vertical cliffs of Hvalfjörður and the elusive Glymur Waterfall before heading toward the ice. The flight also traces the skyline of the Skjaldbreiður volcano and the Þingvellir rift valley, allowing you to see the fracture in the earth where the tectonic plates continue their slow divide.
At a Glance
- Aerial views of the Þórisjökull glacier.
- Remote landing at a scenic location determined by the day’s weather.
- Sightings of Glymur Waterfall, Whale Fjord, and the Þingvellir continental rift.
Book your flight, shared or private
FAQs
- Private Tour: You charter the entire helicopter for your party, accommodating up to four passengers. This is the ideal choice if you want the aircraft to yourself and a guaranteed window seat. The seating arrangement consists of one passenger in the front seat and three in the back.
- Shared Tour: You will share the flight with other passengers. Seating is assigned by the pilot based on height and weight for safety reasons; therefore, we cannot guarantee a specific seat on a shared tour.
If you are a solo traveller, you have a few options to join a flight:
- Book a Private Flight: This allows you to secure the aircraft for your own use and guarantees a window seat.
- Book a Shared Flight: On tours where shared seats are offered, you can secure a departure by paying for the minimum passenger requirement. If we successfully pair you with other guests, we will provide a refund for the extra seat you paid for.
- Join our Waiting List: Send us your availability and we will do our best to group you with others interested in the same tour.
Icelandic weather is famously unpredictable and can change quickly. Safety is our absolute priority, and all flight decisions are made with this in mind.
- Alternative Routes: If conditions prevent us from taking the planned path, we will offer an alternative route.
- Flexibility: We are often able to postpone the flight by a few hours until the weather passes or reschedule to a different date, subject to availability.
- Cancellations: If we must cancel due to weather and rescheduling is not an option, we will issue a 100% refund.
We are based at Reykjavík Domestic Airport (not Keflavík International), a 10–15 minute drive from downtown. You can find us on Google Maps under “Volcano Heli – Iceland.”
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure for your safety briefing. When you arrive at the meeting point, a staff member will meet you at the silver gate at the airport perimeter fence. Please remain outside the gate until we arrive to escort you, as the area beyond is a restricted zone.
- Shared Tours: For the safety and balance of the aircraft, the maximum weight per seat on shared flights is 120 kg (265 lbs).
- Private Tours: On private flights, the maximum weight per seat is 135 kg (300 lbs), as determined by the helicopter manufacturer. Combined weight restrictions may apply.
We welcome passengers of all ages on our flights.
- Infants (Aged 0–2): Infants travel free of charge. Please note that they must sit on a parent or guardian’s lap for the duration of the flight.
- Children (Aged 2 and up): Children aged 2 and older occupy their own seat at the regular price.
- Special Seating for Children (Aged 2–12): Two children within this age range may share a single seat if they fit comfortably and safely. In this case, they will only be charged for one seat (half-price per child).
- Footwear: Sturdy hiking or winter boots are recommended, as our landings often take place on uneven mountain terrain or snow.
- Layers: We suggest wearing several warm layers regardless of the season.
- Cabin Comfort: The helicopter is heated; you are welcome to store large winter coats in our baggage compartment during the flight.
