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Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike

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Skaftafell, Iceland

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Coffee and Chocolates
  • All necessary glacier equipment: harness, helmet, ice axe, crampons
  • Hiking boots
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
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West of Hofgardur
785 Hof, Iceland

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What To Expect

We will take you to an outlet glacier part of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe, called Falljökull, where you may enjoy the breathtaking views of Iceland's greatest ice-covered peaks soaring more than 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) above your head. Numerous films, including James Bond, Interstellar, and Game of Thrones, have used these glaciers and their breathtaking landscapes as backdrops.

You will receive all the necessary gear from your highly skilled glacier guide, including hiking boots, crampons, ice axes, harnesses, and helmets. After that, you'll board the troll bus and travel for roughly ten minutes to reach the glacier parking lot. After that, it's just a fifteen-minute walk to the ice's edge, where your guide will demonstrate how to put on crampons.

Additionally, you will hike on the glacier for a while to observe the local ice formations, including crevasses, deep fissures in the glacier's surface, and so-called moulins, which are frequently vertical shafts in the ice created when melting water seeps into cracks and fissures.

You will spend roughly three hours on the actual glacier.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Coffee and Chocolates
  • All necessary glacier equipment: harness, helmet, ice axe, crampons
  • Hiking boots
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
  • Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
  • Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)

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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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