Embark on an exhilarating small group hiking and ice caving adventure on the Vatnajökull Glacier in Skaftafell National Park. Explore multiple ice caves and learn from a professional glacier guide.
Embark on an exhilarating small group hiking and ice caving adventure on the Vatnajökull Glacier in Skaftafell National Park. Explore multiple ice caves and learn from a professional glacier guide.
- Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp) - Join an experienced glacier guide at the Skaftafell base in Vatnajökull National Park. Equip yourself with crampons, a helmet, and an ice axe, and embark on an unforgettable journey to Fallsjökull, an outlet of the impressive Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest glacier. A brief 4x4 ride will bring you to the…
- Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp) - Join an experienced glacier guide at the Skaftafell base in Vatnajökull National Park. Equip yourself with crampons, a helmet, and an ice axe, and embark on an unforgettable journey to Fallsjökull, an outlet of the impressive Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest glacier. A brief 4x4 ride will bring you to the glacier’s edge, where a comprehensive safety briefing will be provided before stepping onto the ice.
Trek across a stunning frozen landscape filled with crevasses, ice ridges, and breathtaking mountain views, and visit a naturally formed blue ice cave, the tour’s most photogenic highlight. There will be ample time to explore inside and take amazing photos of the ice walls. Anticipate spending about 1.5–2 hours on the glacier at a comfortable pace over uneven terrain, making this an excellent adventure for active travelers without prior glacier experience.
- Specialized glacier equipment (glacier crampons, walking ice axe, harness, helmet)
- Small group experience
- Certified glacier guide
- Glacier hike & natural ice cave visit
- Specialized glacier equipment (glacier crampons, walking ice axe, harness, helmet)
- Small group experience
- Certified glacier guide
- Glacier hike & natural ice cave visit
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Clothing. Waterproof pants, jacket and hiking boots available to rent for a small fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Clothing. Waterproof pants, jacket and hiking boots available to rent for a small fee
Embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the breathtaking beauty of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. Travel from Skaftafell to the glacier’s edge in a 4x4 vehicle. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, traverse the glistening ice and explore a natural blue ice cave. Experience the towering ice ridges, striking crevasses, and expansive…
Embark on an unforgettable journey to witness the breathtaking beauty of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. Travel from Skaftafell to the glacier’s edge in a 4x4 vehicle. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, traverse the glistening ice and explore a natural blue ice cave. Experience the towering ice ridges, striking crevasses, and expansive glacier vistas that make each step feel like entering a different realm. This tour seamlessly combines the excitement of discovery with the stunning allure of nature.
- Operates in cold weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 8 years old and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
- We provide all safety gear. Please note that our specialized glacier crampons are only available for shoe sizes 35-50 EU. Those with a shoe size beyond these are unfortunately unable to participate.
- Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory for this adventure (rentals available for a fee)
- This tour is rated as easy, but guests should be prepared to hike ~3km over uneven terrain.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
