Skaftafell 3 Hour Glacier Walk
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If you have never seen a glacier before and you would like to experience these stunning ice giants a little bit closer, come to the breathtaking area of Skaftafell.
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- All year
- Minimum age
- 8 years
- Getting there
- Self-Drive
- Book by
- 15 minutes before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before
from
17.900 ISK
per adults
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Thu 1 Oct · 09:00
- Thu 1 Oct · 13:30
- Thu 1 Oct · 15:30
- Fri 2 Oct · 13:30
Runs: All year
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Skaftafell to Höfn
Starting just after the Skaftafell National Park, a breathtaking spot in its own right, one is treated to jaw-dropping views of the massive Vatnajökull glacier out their car window. This entire stretch is a testament to how glacial volcanoes shape the ecology. At Höfn, look back northwards to get another eyeful of the icy behemoth.
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Prices
| Adults15+ years | 17.900 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children 3h8 - 14 years | 15.400 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
If you have never seen a glacier before and you would like to experience these stunning ice giants a little bit closer, come to the breathtaking area of Skaftafell. Skaftafell is located in Vatnajökull national park, the filming location of movies like Batman Begins, Interstellar and the Game of Thrones series. To maximize the time spent on ice, we drive all the way to the terminus of Falljökull glacier in our 4×4 truck. Before you step on to the ice you will learn the proper way to put on and use the provided glacier gear. We aim to spend around one and a half hour on the ice, exploring moulins, crevasses and more other-wordly formations. Along the way your guide will share ineresting facts about these formations and the origins of the glacier as well as interesting local stories.
What's included
- All necessary glacier equipment
What to bring
- Hiking boots (Preferably with ankle support, can be borrowed on location for free)
- Clothing according to weather
- Sun glasses
- Small backpack with snacks/drinks
Where it starts
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Skaftafell 3 Hour Glacier Walk?
- About 3 hours.
- How much does Skaftafell 3 Hour Glacier Walk cost?
- From 17.900 ISK. Adults (15+ years): 17.900 ISK. Children 3h (8 - 14 years): 15.400 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Where does it start?
- There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Skaftafell Terminal, Flugvallarvegur 5, Öræfi. Most people drive there themselves.
- What is the minimum age?
- 8 years.
- When does it run?
- All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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