Glacier Wonders - Easy Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

Description Summary

Discover the wonders of Vatnajökull Glacier on an awe-inspiring journey. Marvel at ancient ice formations, traverse breathtaking landscapes, and create unforgettable memories in Iceland's icy wilderness.

Highlights

✓Easy glacier hike suitable for beginners
✓Walk on Falljökull, part of Vatnajökull National Park
✓Explore crevasses, ice formations, and glacier landscapes
✓Small-group experience with certified glacier guide
✓All necessary glacier equipment included

Description

Join a beginner-friendly glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, located in South Iceland near the Ring Road. Perfect for travelers exploring the South Coast, this small-group tour from Skaftafell takes you onto ancient blue ice to explore crevasses, ice formations, and dramatic glacier landscapes.

A certified glacier guide will share insights into how Iceland’s glaciers form and change. All necessary safety equipment, including crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe, is provided. Meet on location at Skaftafell Booking Center in Vatnajökull National Park for an unforgettable South Iceland glacier experience.

Included / Excluded

✓Certified English-speaking glacier guide
✓Guided glacier hike
✓Safety equipment: crampons, ice axe, helmet

✗Transportation to Skaftafell
✗Food and drinks
✗Waterproof clothing (available for rent)
✗Hiking boots (available for rent)
✗Parking fee at Skaftafell

Start / End Locations

Start: Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp), Skaftafell, IS

Start: Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp), Skaftafell, Iceland

End: Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp), Skaftafell, Iceland

Commentary

Guide • Language: en

Important Information

Know Before You Book

Meet on location at Skaftafell Base Camp (no transportation included)
Minimum age: 8 years; minimum shoe size: EU 35
Duration: approximately 4 hours
Easy difficulty – suitable for beginners with basic fitness

Know Before You Go

We recommend bringing food and water with you on the hike.
Dress warmly: Layers are essential to combat the cold temperatures on the glacier.
ay attention during the safety briefing to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing

Standard Ticket	RETAIL PRICE
Adult	ISK 14,090
Child	ISK 10,590

Points of Interest

Additional Information

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., Not wheelchair accessible, 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.

Voucher Information

• Departure Point: Arctic Adventures Booking Hut in Skaftafell National Park (next to the Visitor Center).
• Directions: Skaftafell is located just off of the main ring road, on road #998. Skaftafell is approximately 4.5-5 hours east of Reykjavik and 1.5 hours west of Höfn.
• Please note that the weather in Iceland can sometimes change in the matter of minutes, late cancellations are therefore at times unavoidable. When that happens an e-mail is sent out to inform our customers so please, especially if the weather doesn't look promising, check you your e-mail the night before your tour as well as in the morning of your tour departure.
• Our tours leave promptly at the departure time and no refund will be provided if you are late.
• It is very important to be properly dressed for this tour with layers to stay warm. Bring with you waterproof clothing, hat, gloves and good hiking boots. At our booking house in Skafafell we rent out waterproof clothing and hiking boots for a small fee. We recommend that you bring with you a water bottle and food/snacks.

We look forward to our glacier hiking adventure together and sincerely hope that you will enjoy your experience with us!