Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and Transfer

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

The Glacier Discovery tour takes you to a majestic glacier ice fall. With a maximum of 8 persons per guide, we prioritise comfort and safety. After a carbon-offset 4×4 ride, we gear up by the glacier’s edge, strap on crampons, grab our ice axes, and begin the hike—ascending over 300 meters towards the ice fall. Surrounded by blue ice and glacier-carved peaks, we explore crevasses, moulins, waterfalls, and other features that emerge in this ever-changing landscape.

This tour is perfect for those seeking an in-depth glacier hike in Iceland. Along the way, your guide shares insights into the geology, geography, and history of the area, while pointing out the fascinating, shifting features of the glacier. Its surface and colour change with the seasons, and formations like moulins and crevasses constantly evolve. No prior glacier experience is needed—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local and Experienced Glacier Guide

Crampons, Ice Axe, Helmet & Harness

Supporting a Small Local Company

Carbon Neutralised Tour

4x4 Vehicle Transfer

Food & drinks are not included in the tour

Hiking boots can be rented on location for an additional charge

Our guides reserve the right to examine your footwear before the tour. If unsuitable for either the fitting or use of crampons you will be required to rent suitable boots for an additonal charge.

WIFI on board is not available

Limited rain gear available for rent on location

What To Expect

We meet up at Freysnes gas station by our equipment truck. There we will fit you with the equipment needed to hike a glacier confidently and safely. From there we drive our trusted super-jeeps to the glacier's edge. Then we will begin our hike towards the ice fall on the picturesque Falljökull. Going glacier hiking is a must do in Iceland. Being a local company we truly appreciate this area that we call our home and we love show people the stunning nature of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe.

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Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and Transfer

Reviews

4.92

86 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great guide, Ketch is...

    Corinne A,

    Jun 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great guide, Ketch is passionate and explained everything with humor and professionalism. 3 hours of amazing ride! To be done. No less than 4 hours, because it would be frustrating.

  • Memorable trip, must see!

    Kara O,

    Jul 15, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful guide Asta was informative and friendly. She helped keep our whole crew of four teens and me energized and engaged. So happy we chose this company and the more in-depth hike. I can’t believe all of the glacier we were able to experience.

From USD 163

4.92
86 reviews