Level of surfing skill required: Intermediate to expert
Seven-day surfing adventure in Iceland based Reykjavík.
Do empty lineups, world-class waves and dramatic surroundings sound tempting? Discover why the surf media is calling Iceland the new Morocco (the place where everyone’s going because no one’s going there). And before you ask, no it’s not that cold! If you surf during the right season you’ll experience water temperatures similar to those in Ireland and Scotland.
The local surfers from Reykjavik (all 20 of them) have been exploring the surrounding coastline for the last 15 years. During that time they, along with the odd visiting pro surfer, have pioneered everything from black sand beach breaks, peeling pebble point breaks to heaving reef breaks. Most of the best surf spots are located within an hours drive from the capital of Iceland, meaning that you can escape to deserted beaches but still chill out in one of the most lively capitals in Europe for some after-surf fun. During the early autumn Iceland has an unprecedented 80% or more surf reliability, which means that we have kick ass surfing at least 8 of every 10 days!
Reykjavik Surf Camp offers the adventurous surfer a chance to discover the uncrowded waves around the Reykjanes peninsula, the city’s not so uncrowded nightlife along with some of Iceland’s must see sights.
Guaranteed departures:
22nd of August, 29th of August, 5th September, 12th of September.
Details:
Price: 750 EUR per person.
Minimum number of participants: 2 persons.
Included in price:
6 nights at the Reykjavik Backpackers in a 4-6 bedded dorm with breakfast (up grade to double rooms upon request for 10 EURO per person), all transfers with pick up from Reykjavik, packed lunch every day, surf guide and surfing equipment (6mm wetsuit, gloves, boots)
Not included:
Flights to and from Iceland, transport from Keflavík airport to Reykjavík, evening dinners and surfboards (surfboards available for rent upon request). Click here for more information on our surfboard rental.
Please note: This is not a beginners surf course; to take part in this trip you have to have at least basic surf skills.
All surfing is performed in a 6 mm neoprene suits. Surfers have to supply detailed size information on suit before hand.
Distance from Reykjavik: 45-70 km. Duration of trip: 7 days in Iceland. Age limit: 18 years. Bring with you: Click here for an equipment list.
Rough itinerary
Sunday: Arriving at Reykjavik Backpackers.
Monday: Surfing around the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Tuesday: Surfing around the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Wednesday: The Golden circle and an activity of choice (Rafting, Snorkeling or Caving).
Thursday: Reykjavik sightseeing and surfing around the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Friday: Surfing around the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Saturday: Check out from Reykjavik Backpackers.
The Reykjavik sightseeing and Golden Circle can be rearranged depending on surfing conditions.
Disclaimer: All surf trips are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Surfers & Arctic Adventures do not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.