Zipline adventure in Vík
A zipline ride is a great adventure for all those who love the thrill of doing something challenging but at the same time very safe. The tour includes a hike through breathtaking river canyon and four zipline rides; 120, 240, 30 and 140 meters long. The scenery below you is breathtaking and you will have the birds-eye view of it as you whiz down the zip-line.
zipline adventure
About this experience
Availability
We have daily departures all year long.
Duration
The whole tour takes 1,5 – 2 hours. Depending on the size and shape of the group along with weather conditions.
Included
All safety equipment, ride to the starting point from the meeting point, certificated guided hike and two ziplines.
You will need
Hiking shoes and warm, windproof clothes – dress according to weather Gloves and a thin hat to fit under your helmet If you have long hair it’s recommended to braid it or tie it in a low bun.
Meeting Point
Nordur-Vik Hostel, Suðurvíkurvegur 5, Vík í Mýrdal, South Iceland (check map). Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your booking time.
Weather
Sometimes we need to change departure times slightly due to the weather. Please check your email before your booked time and leave us a phone number so we can call or text you in case we have to contact you with changes in schedule.
Our Zipline is situated right next to the village in Vík in South Iceland surrounded by beautiful hills and valleys. It is not directly accessible by vehicle so after we pick you up at Nordur-Vik hostel we drive for 5 minutes, then hike for another 5 minutes at a moderate pace to reach the take-off platform for the first zip, named Little Rush. We will give you detailed safety instructions and make sure you are comfortable with what to do during the zipline so you will enjoy the ride to the fullest and stay safe. Once you’re ready then you wait your turn and next thing you know, you are zipping above the canyon, heart pumping with excitement and having the best birds-eye view of the area that you can’t imagine beforehand.
Our second zipline, The Gentle Giant, is just around the corner from the first one, this is our longest ride, 240 meters and often named the prettiest one. When everyone has safely finished the two first ziplines it’s time for a short hike (about 10 minutes) through amazing rock formation of Grafargil (Grave Canyon) to the next activity, named Leap of Faith. This is our shortest line and we do things here a little bit differently, we won’t tell you more for now because we don’t want to spoil your surprise. Lastly follows the fourth zip-line that we call Big Rush, it will take you over a stunning waterfall, named Hundafoss (Dog’s waterfall). To finish off the experience we might offer a short hike back to our base if the weather permits.
Requirements & preparations
Check your age
You must be age 8 or older. A legal guardian must acompany or sign to allow kids under 18 to zip.
Break out the scale
Participents must weigh between 30 – 120 kg. (65-260 lbs.)
PROTECT YOUR FEET
It’s best to wear waterproof hiking boots or trail running shoes with a fully-enclosed toe and heel and a good sole.
take a breather
You must be able to hike ca. 3 km. (or 1-2 miles) at elevation and over uneven surface.
PROTECT YOUR FEET
It’s best to wear waterproof hiking boots or trail running shoes with a fully-enclosed toe and heel and a good sole.
Pregnant ladies
Sorry, it’s not safe to zipline while you’re pregnant.
ARRIVE EARLY
Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour time. Please remember not to be late! Come ready to get outside your comfort zone and have a blast!
DRESS APPROPRIATELY
Dress according to weather, Iceland can often get cold and wet so wind and rainproof clothes are usually a good idea.
UNTANGLE
Tie your hair up (either braid it or tie it in a low bun) so it won’t get tangled.
COME RAIN OR SHINE
Tours operate rain or shine. If we do cancel, we’ll make every effort to contact you to reschedule or refund the tour.
Questions?
Sneak Peak
Do you want to get to know our ziplines a little better? We’ll give you a little info about our ziplines but we can never put this experience in writing.
Leap of Faith
We like to keep this part as a little mistery. Silence is golden.
The gentle Giant
Our first zipline is 240 meters long. From the starting point to the first zipline platform is around 10 minute hike.
Big Rush
Steeper and faster caple than the first zipline, Little Rush spans 140 meters to the end platform. Now the only thing to do is hike back to base.
Zipline Adventure
Book here
*Children must be accompanied by an adult
ISK 14.900
Children: ISK 7.500
NEED SOMETHING MORE CUSTOM? YOU DREAM IT, WE’LL MAKE IT HAPPEN
Do you have a big group or just a small group wanting privacy. Want to entertain your staff or add on to the activities in Vík. Whatever it is we can cuztomize it to your needs. Get in touch.
Hiking boots
Remamber your hiking boots! You will be travelling in Iceland, our terrain is mostly untouched and we would like to keep it that way. That’s why we don’t make huge walking paths in the landscape but follow narrow and uneven sheep trails along our trails. Hiking boots help you when the route is wet and slippery and support your ankles if you are unused to walking on uneven surface.
- ginnyeric94
I saw this in May and when I unexpectedly returned in November, planned our travel plans to include this experience and was not disappointed. Owners/guides were very engaging and... read more 
12/02/2019 - Matt L I found the Zipline Iceland tour to be a great way to see the amazing landscape and features of the area around Vik. My guides Sammi and Æsa were friendly,... read more
11/11/2019 - kimperrot Our guide Sammy and my apologizes I don’t know how to spell our other guide name, but both men were absolutely amazing and made our experience extremely awesome! Had such... read more
10/25/2019 - 284kellim
We had fun w the 3 person crew. The lines were not extremely hard to get to but you do need to be capable of walking rough terrain. Very laid... read more
10/16/2019 - KTJS_travels We loved our Ziplining and Hiking Adventure with ÞRÁINN, ÆSA and PANDA! Our guides were filled with energy, enthusiasm and encouragement every step of the hike and during all four... read more
10/06/2019