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Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek
Product code 5590P28
From
From EUR 142
Dates
Apr 1, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027
Start times
11:00 AM, 9:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 14-99
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From Skaftafell
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Duration
5 hours
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 142
Skaftafell Glacier Explorer - Extended Small Group Trek
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Duration
5 hours
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
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.
Overview
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.
What's Included
Included
4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
Certified glacier guide
Small group guarentee
Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull
Not included
Food & drink are not included. We reccommend bringing snacks, lunch, and water
Sturdy hiking boots are required for this tour (available to rent for a fee if needed)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
The tour departs from the Arctic Adventures Booking Hut, located on the parking lot of Skaftafell National Park. Skaftafell National Park 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.
End point
The tour departs from the Arctic Adventures Booking Hut, located on the parking lot of Skaftafell National Park. Skaftafell National Park 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.
Pickup details
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Minimum age is 14 years old and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
Other
Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent)
Other
Please dress in layers and wear warm, waterproof clothing.
Other
Note that waterproof pants, waterproof jacket and hiking boots can be rented at the meeting point for a small fee.
Other
We provide all safety gear. Please note that our specialized glacier crampons are only available for shoe size 35-50 EU. Those with a different shoe size are unfortunately unable to participate.
Other
This tour is rated as moderate. Guests should be prepared to hike ~8km over uneven terrain
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
Review Summary
4.8
183 reviews
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