Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell
Overview
This activity offers a thrilling combination of glacier exploration and ice climbing on Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull. Participants have the opportunity to scale towering ice walls and descend into crevasses, experiencing the raw power and beauty of the glacier up close. Led by experienced guides, adventurers receive personalized instruction and guidance, ensuring a safe and unforgettable experience. With its blend of adrenaline-pumping adventure and awe-inspiring natural beauty, this activity promises a unique and unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's icy wilderness.
What's Included
- Small Group Guarantee
- Glacier Gear (Crampons, Ice Pick, Helmet & Ice Climbing boots)
- 4x4 Bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
- Guided Glacier Hike
- Food and Drinks
- Warm, waterproof clothes (waterproof jacket & pants available to rent for a fee)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
228J+CPM
785 Skaftafell, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We begin your glacier adventure at the Skaftafell Booking Center, where our expert guides await to introduce you to this icy wonderland.
After a briefing on the tour and safety rules, ensuring you're informed and prepared,and gearing up, we embark on a 20-minute drive to Falljökull glacier.
Brace yourself for a scenic hike, encountering vibrant ice giants and moulins along the way. Our knowledgeable guides share glacier tales while you hydrate with glacier meltwater.
But the adventure continues! Test your mettle by scaling towering ice walls or descending into crevasses. This is your chance to conquer Europe's largest glacier!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This is a challenging tour. Guests should be physically fit and prepared to ice-climb and walk ~8 Km over a 350-400m elevation gain.
- Specialized ice-climbing boots are provided for this adventure and available in sizes 36-50 EU.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell?
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Activity code: C-5590P125
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Small Group Guarantee.
- Glacier Gear (Crampons, Ice Pick, Helmet & Ice Climbing boots).
- 4x4 Bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier.
- Guided Glacier Hike.
- Food and Drinks.
- Warm, waterproof clothes (waterproof jacket & pants available to rent for a fee).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 14..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small Group Guarantee
- Glacier Gear (Crampons, Ice Pick, Helmet & Ice Climbing boots)
- 4x4 Bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
- Guided Glacier Hike
- Food and Drinks
- Warm, waterproof clothes (waterproof jacket & pants available to rent for a fee)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This is a challenging tour. Guests should be physically fit and prepared to ice-climb and walk ~8 Km over a 350-400m elevation gain.
- Specialized ice-climbing boots are provided for this adventure and available in sizes 36-50 EU.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
