About Adventure Vikings
Adventure Vikings is a Reykjavik-based outdoor adventure company founded in 2010, specialising in sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkelling experiences across Iceland's most spectacular waterways. Operating from their equipment base in the Grafarvogur suburb and their downtown office in Skutuvogur, the company has earned a loyal following for their small-group approach, expert local guides, and focus on getting travellers into the water rather than just looking at it from shore. Their sea kayaking tours in particular have become a must-do Reykjavik experience.
The flagship offering is their Reykjavik sea kayaking tour, a guided paddle through the city's harbour and along the coastline with views of Mount Esja, Harpa concert hall, and the Sun Voyager sculpture — plus frequent encounters with seabirds and occasional seals. They also run Silfra snorkelling tours in both drysuit and wetsuit configurations, stand-up paddleboarding sessions in sheltered bays, surfing lessons at Sandvik beach, caving expeditions to Gjabakkahellir lava tube, and hiking excursions. Equipment for every activity is included, and tours depart multiple times daily in summer with reduced winter schedules.
Adventure Vikings distinguishes itself through personal service and genuine enthusiasm — guides frequently receive praise by name in reviews, and the company maintains a near-perfect rating across review platforms. Their equipment is modern and well-maintained, with premium drysuits for snorkelling and stable touring kayaks that accommodate beginners comfortably. The combination of water-based activities and Reykjavik's stunning coastal scenery makes Adventure Vikings an essential stop for active travellers who want more than bus-based sightseeing.
