Skaftafell Glacier Hike - Small Group Adventure (Easy)
Overview
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4 hours
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This 3.5 hour small group glacier experience on one of Vatnajokull's outlet glaciers is the ultimate glacier experience. Accompanied by a certified glacier guide, explore all that this moving glacier has to offer. While enjoying the panoramic view of Vatnajokull Glacier and Skaftafell National Park your guide will be sharing interesting and informative information about the formation of glaciers. This adventure is perfect for those looking for easy hike on a glacier.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Difficulty level: Easy
This tour departs from Arctic Adventures Booking Hut in Skaftafell (gray house with the turf roof). 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.
Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35.
Iceland is known for colorful weather. It can sometimes show you all 4 seasons in one day. Dressing for this sort of weather can be a challenge so we always recommend to dress in layers.
You will need sturdy hiking boots that fit crampons for the glacier hike. If you do not own a pair then we rent out good hiking boots as well as a waterproof clothing at our hut in Skaftafell for a small fee.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided glacier tour
Small group guarantee
Certified glacier guide
Specialized glacier gear
Food & drinks
Hiking boots (Available for rent)
Options
From Skaftafell National Park
Lowered Afternoon Price
From Skaftafell National Park
Reviews
141 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fantastic hike on the...
Claus N,
Feb 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fantastic hike on the glacier in spectacular surroundings with Sara, who with great empathy guided us well through the trip and communicated a lot about the glaciers...
Unique experience on the glacier
Tova T,
Jan 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a fantastic experience! We were lucky to be a very small group that went out on the glacier. It was our first experience using crampons and Maja was great at explaining how to use them and answering any questions we had in general. The scenery was beautiful and unlike anything I've ever seen before.
Excellent experience
Laura K,
Oct 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00Had a very good experience and recommend it 100%. Our guide Martin was really good and taught us a lot about glaciers. I‘ve learned so many things and I‘m happy that I booked this tour.
Awesome experience. Best lesson on climate change.
Cynthia C,
Aug 31, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our guide Deanna was great. She was very informative, helped us stay safe and allowed us ample time to explore the glacier.
MUST DO WHILE VISITING ICELAND!!!
Robert N,
Aug 15, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had the most incredible tour hiking the glacier! It was a very easy hike with incredible views and guides than explained the history and formation of the glacier. 10/10 experience.
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