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Glacier Beyond Remote Two Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
Product code 5590P162
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From EUR 189
Dates
Available from May 15, 2026
Start times
11:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 14-99
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Glacier Beyond Remote Two Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
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Duration
5 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
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From
From EUR 189
Glacier Beyond Remote Two Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
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Duration
5 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Why Travelers Love This
Two glaciers in one day, and one of them is a glacier most visitors never see! While other tours stick to the standard route on Falljökull, this hike takes you across it to reach Virkisjökull (''Fortress Glacier''), a remote, secluded glacier hidden from view. You'll spend 3.5 to 4 hours on the ice, visiting a quiet glacier valley framed by towering ice formations, dramatic icefalls, and striking basalt columns, with sweeping views of Öræfajökull, Iceland's highest peak. It's the longer, wilder, more remote alternative to a standard Skaftafell glacier hike, built for travellers who want to leave the crowds behind.
Overview
Two glaciers in one day, and one of them is a glacier most visitors never see! While other tours stick to the standard route on Falljökull, this hike takes you across it to reach Virkisjökull (''Fortress Glacier''), a remote, secluded glacier hidden from view. You'll spend 3.5 to 4 hours on the ice, visiting a quiet glacier valley framed by towering ice formations, dramatic icefalls, and striking basalt columns, with sweeping views of Öræfajökull, Iceland's highest peak. It's the longer, wilder, more remote alternative to a standard Skaftafell glacier hike, built for travellers who want to leave the crowds behind.
What's Included
Included
Small-group hike on two glaciers (Falljökull & Virkisjökull)
Specialized glacier gear: crampons, ice axe, harness, helmet
Round-trip 4x4 transfer from Skaftafell to the glacier edge
Professional certified glacier guide
Not included
A parking fee is charged for the Skaftafell Visitor Parking Lot
Snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport to/from Skaftafell meeting point
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please meet us at the Arctic Adventures hut in Skaftafell National Park, just down the path from the Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Guests can park in the Skaftafell Visitor Parking Lot - a short walk from our hut.
End point
Please meet us at the Arctic Adventures hut in Skaftafell National Park, just down the path from the Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Guests can park in the Skaftafell Visitor Parking Lot - a short walk from our hut.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
You'll step onto Falljökull, the "Falling Glacier," and your guide will lead you across its lower ice, teaching you how to read the surface and move safely between crevasses
Stop 2
3 hours
Stop 2
After crossing Falljökull, you'll continue onto Virkisjökull, meaning "Fortress Glacier" where most of the hike takes place. This is the quiet, secluded part of the tour: roughly 3.5-4 hours walking through a glacier valley framed by dramatic icefalls, towering ice formations, and striking basalt columns, with views opening up to Öræfajökull, Iceland's highest peak.
Pass by stop 3
Pass by stop 3
The tour departs from our hut in Skaftafell National Park. From here, enjoy a scenic drive in our 4x4 bus to the edge of the glacier.
Pass by stop 4
Pass by stop 4
Falljökull and Virkisjökull are two outlet glaciers of the mighty Vatnajökull.
Additional Info
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Hard
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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