In shortBring warm layers, a waterproof jacket, a hat and gloves in every season. On the water the operators provide the protective gear: a flotation suit on the Zodiac, a drysuit for kayaking. On the glacier, boots that cover the ankle are compulsory; trainers are turned away, and boots can be rented at the meeting point.
providedflotation suit on the Zodiac
provideddrysuit for kayaking
requiredankle boots on the glacier
for rentboots at the meeting points
What each operator provides and asks for
| Activity | Provided | You bring |
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| Amphibian boat | Life jacket | Warm, windproof layers |
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| Zodiac | Flotation suit and life jacket | Hat, gloves; check in 30 min early |
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| Kayak | Drysuit, life vest, boots | Thermal layers under the drysuit, wool socks |
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| Glacier walk | Crampons, helmet, harness | Stiff ankle boots, waterproof layers |
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| Ice cave | Spikes and helmet | Hiking boots (or rent), warm waterproof layers |
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Boots: the item that gets people turned away
For glacier walks the operator is explicit: stiff hiking boots that cover the ankle, no soft low shoes or sneakers. Without suitable footwear you may have to rent, or in the worst case lose your place under the cancellation terms. If you do not own boots, rent them at the meeting point rather than gamble.
Glacier walk with all the safety gear
Crampons, helmet and harness included; rain gear and boots for rent at the start.
4.5 hours · May–September · ★ 4.9 (213 reviews)
Summer and winter on the shore
- Summer: a fleece, a waterproof shell and a hat; the wind off the glacier is cold even in July. Sunglasses help against the glare off the ice.
- Winter: thermal base layers, an insulated jacket, waterproof trousers, gloves and a warm hat; shoe spikes make icy paths safer.
- Any season: a dry bag for your phone on the boats, and a change of clothes in the car after kayaking.
Gear and requirements from the operators: icelagoon.is (Zodiac), iceguide.is (kayak) and the Viator listings for the glacier walk and ice cave tours. 4 October 2026.
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