Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Step into a world of ice on this guided glacier walk from Skaftafell. Explore a breathtaking outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, in a small group led by a certified guide. No experience needed — all gear is provided.
After meeting your guide in Skaftafell, you'll gear up and head onto the glacier, where you'll walk among towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and striking blue ice. Learn about glacial landscapes, volcanic forces, and how Iceland’s glaciers are formed and shaped.
This easy yet unforgettable adventure offers incredible photo opportunities, fascinating insights, and a safe way to experience one of Iceland’s most powerful natural wonders up close.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 10 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please bring warm clothing, rain gear, gloves, and hiking boots
Boots and rain gear can be rented on location
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Skaftafell
Glacier walk on Falljökull glacier
What‘s Included
Guided glacier hike on an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull
Certified glacier guide
All necessary glacier gear
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Blue Ice Experience
Reviews
552 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth the price!
Tom Z,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience with our guide Jan. The views were amazing (lucked out on weather) and Jan's explanation of what we were seeing was super interesting and informative. Highlight of our Iceland trip!
It's a Glacier and you get to take amazing pictures!
nicosd243,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a good time with great views!
Breathtaking views and adventure!
Y4905DHannv,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most incredible time on our glacier hike and ice cave tour! Our guide Agust made the hike so fun, safe, and informative. The views were spectacular—truly a once in a lifetime experience. I highly recommend this tour and Agust as a guide!
Lost the whole day waiting for the tour, it's impossible to ask for a refund as it has third agencies
paulacamilaf2023,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Due to severe weather conditions, including heavy snowfall and road closures, we contacted the agency both via email and through website starting the day before (March 23) to request a cancellation or a modification of our booking, as it was not possible for us to arrive on time from Reykjavik. We specifically asked to reschedule the tour time given the circumstances. We were advised to maintain the reservation, as road conditions were expected to improve on March 24. We did our best to proceed accordingly and we informed that we would arrive slightly late due to the delays. We had no answer about it. However, upon arrival, the tour had already departed. Through the official email channel, we were then advised to wait from 10:20 AM until 2:30 PM to join a later tour. We followed these instructions, but when the guides arrived at that time, we were informed that no further tours would take place that day or the following day. As a result, we were unable to participate in the tour and lost an entire day of our trip waiting for a solution or a clear response from your team. At the Skaftafell service point, the staff informed us that a full refund would be approved and advised us to submit this request via email. Although, we've asked for the refund via email, chat bot, website, this tour is operated by a third agency called VIATOR that doesn't have the formal canal to ask for the refund. Planning a tour in Iceland can change during the journey and we completely understand it, but if the official canal tells us to wait almost 4 hours to get another tour we expect them to have the complete and correct information for us. We waited, we lost the day because of the wrong advice and now we have no official cannal to ask for a total refund as we were told by the tour agency in the place.
Great experience....
Harald H,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Wonderful ice formations in winter weather. Beautiful views. Tour guide Matteo was very helpful, showing us interesting features and considering the group's preferences.
Awesome Tour
Odyssey47759111496,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our ATV guide Sindre was awesome - super friendly, made us feel safe - awesome tour!
Such a nice experience
MariaSophieBo,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Emilia was awesome! :-) Thank you! She really took the time to make this an amazing experience.
Greatest experience ever
thehamsters,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00August was the best guide possible, funny, knowledgeble and very aware of the setting! We learned so much about the Glacier, and he made the experience even more epic! Don’t miss it!
Fantastic Blue Ice & glacier hike – absolutely recommended!
Crazymouse1,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a Blue Ice and glacier hike with Icelandic Mountain Guides and it was without a doubt one of the highlights of our trip through Iceland. The organization was excellent: clear explanations, good material and a very professional guide who put both safety and fun first. The hike on the glacier itself was impressive. The blue ice, the deep crevices and the huge ice formations are truly breathtaking. Our guide told us a lot of interesting information about the glacier, how it forms and how the landscape changes over the years. That made the experience even more special. This tour is also doable for beginners; everything is explained quietly and you feel safe all the time with crampons and helmet. In short: a unique experience and absolutely recommended for anyone visiting Iceland!
Blue ice cream
vlugklaproos,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience, well organized and a very enthusiastic guide
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