Glacier Walks in Skaftafell

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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group TourFrom ISK 14,092
4.7 3 h

Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

Come join a three-hour hike up an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, Europe's largest glacier, located in Skaftafell National Park. Experience the breathtaking natural scenery that has inspired dozens of filmmakers. You and your group of, at most, 12 people, will get the opportunity to explore the wilderness of the ice formations and crevasses under the guidance of a certified guide.

Glacier Hiking In SkaftafellFrom ISK 12,090
4.8 3 h

Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell

Our glacier hike in Skaftafell offers the best value, led by expert guides at the most competitive price on the market, ensuring a top-notch adventure!

Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group TrekFrom ISK 20,630
4.8 5 h

Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek

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.

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on VatnajökullFrom ISK 21,066
4.5 4 h

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on this unforgettable adventure. A 4x4 vehicle transports you from Skaftafell to the glaciers edge. Then, led by an experienced guide, you’ll walk across shimmering ice and journey to a natural blue ice cave. Towering ice ridges, dramatic crevasses, and sweeping glacier views make every step feel like you’ve entered another world. This tour safely blends the thrill of exploration with the raw beauty of nature.

Natural Blue Ice Cave Tour of Vatnajökull Glacier from JökulsárlónFrom ISK 24,558
4.7 3 h 30 min

Natural Blue Ice Cave Tour of Vatnajökull Glacier from Jökulsárlón

Depart from the Glacier Lagoon-Jökulsárlón cafeteria on a 3-4hour adventure where you will admire the spectacular spectrum of blue colors and nature's gems!

Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from SkaftafellFrom ISK 33,125
4.9 7 h 30 min

Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell

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.

Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier HikeFrom ISK 31,962
4.9 4 h

Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike

This unique tour gives you the opportunity to hike on an outlet glacier as well as climbing the ice walls. You will start with exploring the ice formations of the glacier and the moulins, then experience the amazing feeling of climbing a beautiful blue ice wall. For everyone, from first-timers to more experienced climbers, our expert guides will make this tour an adventure to remember. Max group size 6 people.

5 Hour Skaftafell Glacier HikeFrom ISK 19,646
5.0 5 h

5 Hour Skaftafell Glacier Hike

While most standard tours only spend 1.5 hours on the crowded edge of the ice, our 5-hour expedition goes deeper to escape the crowds and unlock pristine, brilliant blue ice formations that short tours simply cannot reach. This extended duration gives you the luxury of time to explore hidden moulins, capture incredible photos, and safely navigate stunning crevasse fields without ever feeling rushed. Led by elite, certified wilderness guides in small, intimate groups, you’ll receive top-tier safety gear and a true Icelandic expedition experience at an unbeatable price point.

Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and TransferFrom ISK 20,528
4.9 4 h

Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and Transfer

The Glacier Discovery tour takes you to a majestic glacier ice fall. With a maximum of 8 persons per guide, we prioritise comfort and safety. After a carbon-offset 4×4 ride, we gear up by the glacier’s edge, strap on crampons, grab our ice axes, and begin the hike—ascending over 300 meters towards the ice fall. Surrounded by blue ice and glacier-carved peaks, we explore crevasses, moulins, waterfalls, and other features that emerge in this ever-changing landscape. This tour is perfect for those seeking an in-depth glacier hike in Iceland. Along the way, your guide shares insights into the geology, geography, and history of the area, while pointing out the fascinating, shifting features of the glacier. Its surface and colour change with the seasons, and formations like moulins and crevasses constantly evolve. No prior glacier experience is needed—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Kayaking and Falljokull Glacier HikeFrom ISK 30,510
3.5 5 h

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Kayaking and Falljokull Glacier Hike

This is a unique opportunity to float on the blue water of Jökulsárlón as well as hiking up the majestic Falljökull Glacier from Skaftafell.

Skaftafell Beyond The Limit 6 hour AdventureFrom ISK 25,425
6 h

Skaftafell Beyond The Limit 6 hour Adventure

Once in a lifetime chance to hike up the amazing Falljökull Glacier. Your expert guide will teach you the basics of ice climbing and the use of rope on the glacier.

Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier HikeFrom ISK 20,340
4.8 4 h

Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike

Join this adventure to experience all the other-worldly features of a glacier. You will hike up an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, where you'll have the once in a lifetime opportunity to enter a blue ice cave - a rare natural phenomenon that can almost only be found in Iceland. Certified glacier guides will tell you all about ice formations and while keeping you safe at all times during this small-group tour from Skaftafell Nature Reserve.

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