Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek
Overview
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.
What's Included
- 4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
- Small group guarentee
- Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull
- Certified glacier guide
- Lunch 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)
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
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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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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).
- 4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier.
- Small group guarentee.
- Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness).
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull.
- Certified glacier guide.
- Lunch. 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).
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 Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek is as follows:
- 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
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Oct 2026What's Included
- 4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
- Small group guarentee
- Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull
- Certified glacier guide
- LunchFood & 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)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
