Skaftafell Glacier Hike – Small Group Trek on Vatnajökull
Overview
A 5 hour 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
- Small Group Guarantee
- Glacier Gear (Crampons, Ice Pick & Helmet)
- Guided Glacier Hike
- Certified Glacier Guide
- No Food included
- 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
Our Glacier Explorer tour takes you to Falljökull, one of the outlets glaciers of the Vatnajökull ice cap. You will hike through a path surrounded by the ever changing landscape carved out by the glacier. Once you arrive at the tongue of the glacier your guide will assist you to gear up on crampons and you will be exploring the amazing terrain in no time!
Departure from 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.
Additional Info
Protecting you
- 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
- Age limit is 14 years old
- Food is not included so we recommend that you bring packed lunch with you
- Hiking boots with ankle support are required
- Warm clothes, head-wear and gloves
- Sunglasses
- Note that waterproof pants, waterproof jacket and hiking boots can be rented at the meeting point for a small fee.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5590P28
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