Skaftafell Glacier Adventure
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If you want to hike further into the glacier than most of the other tours do. If you are hoping to get close to the ice fall of Falljökull, outlet glacier of Vatnajökull (the largest glacier in Europe). If you wish to have a breathtaking view over the crevasses. Then this is tour is made for you!
- Duration
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Season
- All year
- Minimum age
- 12 years
- Getting there
- Self-Drive
- Book by
- 15 minutes before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
from
23,400 ISK
per adults
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Mon 26 Oct · 10:00
- Mon 2 Nov · 10:30
- Wed 4 Nov · 10:30
- Thu 5 Nov · 10:30
Runs: All year
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Glacier Hike
The best way to get up close and personal with a glacier is a guided ice hike. With an experienced glacier guide, a helmet and crampons provided, it’s safe to hike up a glacier tongue, taking in the deep blue hues and shining icefalls, and learning about glaciers’ features. Sólheimajökull and Skaftafellsjökull are both ideal.
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Prices
| Adults15+ years | 23,400 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children Adventure12 - 14 years | 20,900 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Sat 24 Oct. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
If you want to hike further into the glacier than most of the other tours do. If you are hoping to get close to the ice fall of Falljökull, outlet glacier of Vatnajökull (the largest glacier in Europe). If you wish to have a breathtaking view over the crevasses. Then this is tour is made for you! We will drive you all the way to the glacier in our 4×4 truck, teach you how to put on crampons, how to use an ice axe and then we will guide you through the labyrinth of crevasses, moulins and water streams of the glacier. We are not gonna rush our way to the ice fall, so you will have time to get used to walking on the crampons. We will do many stops on the way to explain all about how glaciers are formed, about their history and also a little bit about the area of Skaftafell and Öræfi. Of course the guide will assist you with taking many photos from this adventure.
What's included
- Crampons, ice axe harness
What to bring
- Hiking boots (Preferably with ankle support, can be rented on location for 1.000 ISK)
- 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 Glacier Adventure?
- About 4 hours 30 minutes.
- How much does Skaftafell Glacier Adventure cost?
- From 23,400 ISK. Adults (15+ years): 23,400 ISK. Children Adventure (12 - 14 years): 20,900 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?
- 12 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 moderate.
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