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Glacier Wonders Adventure from Skaftafell: Small Group Excursion on Vatnajokull Glacier
4.6
132 Ratings
Skaftafell
Embark on a 3.5-hour small group adventure on Vatnajokull Glacier, exploring its wonders with a certified guide. Discover the formation of glaciers while enjoying panoramic views of Skaftafell National Park. Perfect for an easy hike on a glacier!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Skaftafell - This tour is a easy glacier hiking tour suitable for most people in fair condition that allows travellers to explore the magnificent icy world of one of Vatnajokull’s outlet glaciers.
What's Included
- Guided glacier tour
- Small group guarantee
- Certified glacier guide
- Specialized glacier gear
What's Not Included
- Food & drinks
- Hiking boots (Available for rent)
Additional Information
Experience the unparalleled beauty of one of Vatnajokull’s outlet glaciers on this small group adventure that lasts 3.5 hours. With a certified glacier guide accompanying you, delve deep into what this ever-moving glacier has to showcase. As you take in the expansive vistas of Vatnajokull Glacier and Skaftafell National Park, your guide will engage you with intriguing and educational details about how glaciers form. This escapade is ideally suited for those seeking an effortless hike on a glacier.
- 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.
Location
Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp)
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(132 Ratings)
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Cynthia_c
Aug 31, 2024
Awesome experience. Best lesson on climate change. - Our guide Deanna was great. She was very informative, helped us stay safe and allowed us ample time to explore the glacier.
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Robert_n
Aug 15, 2024
MUST DO WHILE VISITING ICELAND!!! - We 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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B498oimarisac
Jun 30, 2024
Two thumbs up. - We (two parents and two kids (11 and 8)) had the best time on this tour with Martin. It was well organized and Martin was fun, knowledgeable and a good teacher for us first timers with crampons. We all agreed it was the highlight of our 10 days in Iceland. We would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Northstar18973129414
Jun 16, 2024
Incredible adventure that we'll never forget! - This was an amazing experience that everyone should have when they venture to Iceland. At times, mostly uphill sections, it was slightly challenging. But that was more about our level of fitness and not the experience. The tour guide was patient and considerate of everyone in the group. We learned a lot about glaciers and we loved it! The guide was great to demonstrate how to properly use crampons. We were also able to drink glacier water. On the way back, the guide even recommended a local restaurant that we stopped at later.
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Jinnie_c
Jun 13, 2024
Excellent 👍🏻 - Excellent glacier walk. Very best tour guide. Felt safe. Heartfelt thanks to his guidance n assistance Thanks
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Navigator49589428532
Jun 10, 2024
Great tour to get up on the glacier - Great tour by matt. We went up with 13 people. Matt provided lots of information about the glacier en found nice spots to take pictures. Make sure you bring your own shoes that go above your anckle.
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766isabellex
May 13, 2024
Amazing Guide, Highlight of trip - We took a tour yesterday with Jergus, he made sure everyone in our group felt safe (carving steps for paths that were too steep, and was there for the group at all times) , was very professional, knowledgable, and fun, and really tailored the experience to make it suitable and fun for all group members. The spots he took us to and the photos he took were so cool too! Really made this experience the highlight of our trip.
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F752yedavidr
May 4, 2024
Awesome experience! - Amazing experience with friendly and highly knowledgeable guides! The hike was beautiful, climbing over the glacier and learning more about Iceland with a small group of people from all over the world was awesome!
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Alienord448
Apr 19, 2024
Great family experience - Great experience
Super guide: very good explanations, attentive, smiling and professional
Magnificent landscapes
We were with an 11 year old child
We forgot to take a water bottle: think about it!!
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Sarah_w
Aug 14, 2024
Not as expected - We didn’t end up going on this activity- despite driving 3 hours just for this booking. It’s advertised as family friendly, but the level of experience needed and the gear required are for experienced climbers. Also they do require specific attire (boots, specific type of waterproof clothing) that was not clear to us beforehand. We had to rent some of this gear and when we decided not to go on the hike (about 10 minutes after we rented gear) we were not given a refund for the gear. The guide was unfriendly and started the orientation by telling the group “I’m not turning around for you if you’re cold.” Totally makes sense to set expectations before an activity, but they should have been communicated in the advertising for this activity, rather than rudely right before the hike. We were so turned off we felt that losing the ~$300 we’d spent was a better option than doing the tour.
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