Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek
Overview
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5 hours
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A longer glacier hiking adventure with a certified glacier guide. Hike on Falljökull, one of the outlet glaciers of the mighty Vatnajokull glacier, - Icelands largest glacier! Your certified glacier guide will provide you with interesting information about the formation and history of the glacier.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 14 years old and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent)
Please dress in layers and wear warm, waterproof clothing.
Note that waterproof pants, waterproof jacket and hiking boots can be rented at the meeting point for a small fee.
We provide all safety gear. Please note that our specialized glacier crampons are only available for shoe size 35-50 EU. Those with a different shoe size are unfortunately unable to participate.
This tour is rated as moderate. Guests should be prepared to hike ~8km over uneven terrain
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
This longer glacier hike takes you to Falljökull, one of the outlets of the mighty Vatnajökull - Europe's largest glacier. We hike through a path of blue-ice and dramatic fromations, surrounded by the ever-changing landscape carved by the glacier. Our friendly and knowledgeable guides are with you every step of the way as we discover Falljökulls icy magic. This tour meets at our Skaftafell booking center. Skaftafell is located 327km (203 miles) from Reykjavík. The nearest towns to Skaftafell are Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 69km to the west and Höfn, 130km to the east. From here, we board a 4x4 bus that takes us to the foot of the glacier.
What‘s Included
4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
Certified glacier guide
Small group guarentee
Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull
Food & drink are not included. We reccommend bringing snacks, lunch, and water
Sturdy hiking boots are required for this tour (available to rent for a fee if needed)
Options
From Skaftafell
Choose departure time below: : Meeting point: Skaftafell parking lot (Further details will be available on your voucher)
Reviews
165 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic
D5009RFgl,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything is perfect. We had an extra guide that took us through the glacier and explained how it works, erosion and the impact of global warming. Beautiful excursion by its landscapes, magical by the life of the glacier and informative.
Amazing hike with a great guide
sleshnyc,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing. Our guide Christian was incredible. This is a good all day hike and you have to be in decent shape but man is it worth it. If you can only do one do this. Don’t do the ice caves. It sucked.
Great glacier tour with Arctic Adventures!
kassidym469,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Our tour guides Vero and a gentlemen (blanked on his name, sorry!) were absolutely amazing working together to keep the group safe while having fun. They found some crevasses and caves for us to explore and were extremely knowledgeable of the history surround Iceland and the glacier. Highly recommend!
Unimaginable beauty.....Extraordinary experience! An absolute MUST DO!
roselV7950RE,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the most extraordinary moments in my life thus far. Jergus was our fearless guide and he was amazing. I really cannot express adequately how incredible he was. He was extremely upbeat, kept everyone motivated and positive and extended support and amazing kindness to all. We experienced two ice caves within the glacier, repelling a bit, learning to climb with the toe spike (don't remember the technical term) of the crampon, walk within the serac, and climb much higher onto the glacier than expected (full five hour hike). I felt like I was truly within an ice castle from Disney's Frozen. The group size is small and our individual group was fantastic! Hands down the best experience of Iceland and one of my top from all of my travel experiences combined!!
Amazing day on the Glacier
424aggelosm,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing day on the Glacier! Vero was perfect! Probably the best glacier guide we could ever had!
Glacier trekking
833mikei,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Iga made us live an extraordinary moment! She knew how to communicate all her love for this place with passion and enthusiasm and her explanations/advice/warnings were crystal clear! Thanks again Iga for this wonderful discovery ❤️
Amazing experience
Seattle411,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the full day glacier hike / southern loop tour. Fantastic. Rebecca is an amazing guide! Great insights about Iceland, funny - made for a great day! Our northern lights tour was rescheduled to the night of this tour and she even made sure we made it back in time. Glacier hike leaders also great, knowledgeable. Will book again!
Brilliant trip
X6702RIchrisb,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Driver was on time and great, brilliant knowledge of the areas passing and going too. The black beach, waterfalls and glacial hike were all amazing. The hike guides were brilliant also. What an amazing experience.
Such an amazing...
Shon S,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an amazing experience with views that are unmatched. Our tour guide Josh did a great job explaining glaciers to us and keeping us safe. Lots of uphill walking so be prepared (nothing too crazy though).
One of the most...
Kristi K,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the most incredible experiences of our lives! Highly recommend! Our very knowledgeable tour guide, Martin, made the whole experience awesome from start to finish. Amazing views, always felt safe. Cannot stop talking about this with all of our friends and family.
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