Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and Transfer

4.9
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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The Glacier Discovery tour takes you to a majestic glacier ice fall. With a maximum of 8 persons per guide, we prioritise comfort and safety. After a carbon-offset 4×4 ride, we gear up by the glacier’s edge, strap on crampons, grab our ice axes, and begin the hike—ascending over 300 meters towards the ice fall. Surrounded by blue ice and glacier-carved peaks, we explore crevasses, moulins, waterfalls, and other features that emerge in this ever-changing landscape.

This tour is perfect for those seeking an in-depth glacier hike in Iceland. Along the way, your guide shares insights into the geology, geography, and history of the area, while pointing out the fascinating, shifting features of the glacier. Its surface and colour change with the seasons, and formations like moulins and crevasses constantly evolve. No prior glacier experience is needed—just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

What's Included

Local and Experienced Glacier Guide
Crampons, Ice Axe, Helmet & Harness
Supporting a Small Local Company
Carbon Neutralised Tour
4x4 Vehicle Transfer
Food & drinks are not included in the tour
Hiking boots can be rented on location for an additional charge
Our guides reserve the right to examine your footwear before the tour. If unsuitable for either the fitting or use of crampons you will be required to rent suitable boots for an additonal charge.
WIFI on board is not available
Limited rain gear available for rent on location

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Freysnes

The meeting point is Freysnes gas station. Look for our black truck to the right of the building. Restrooms are available before and after the tour. Free parking is on-site, and you can buy snacks or food at the gas station, which opens at 09:00 am.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

We meet up at Freysnes gas station by our equipment truck. There we will fit you with the equipment needed to hike a glacier confidently and safely. From there we drive our trusted super-jeeps to the glacier's edge. Then we will begin our hike towards the ice fall on the picturesque Falljökull.

Going glacier hiking is a must do in Iceland. Being a local company we truly appreciate this area that we call our home and we love show people the stunning nature of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Local Guide of Vatnajokull

Tags

Winter Sports
Glacier Walks
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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