Explore the breathtaking outlets of Europe's largest glacier on a unique small-group glacier hike in the company of an expert guide.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Hike on one of the stunning outlet glaciers of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier.
- Marvel at Skaftafell and its surrounding mountainous landscapes on a 4x4 drive
- Enjoy an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of 8 participants
Full description
Embark on a small-group tour of Vatnajökull glacier and benefit from an intimate experience with a maximum of 8 participants. After meeting your guide at the meeting point in Skaftatell Airport, get geared up and prepare for your 20-minute 4x4 drive to the base of the Falljökull outlet glacier. At the base, step on to the glacier and listen to a quick briefing on how to wear your ice crampons.
Then, it's time to begin your glacier hike. Follow your experienced guide through stunning ice formations, moulins, crevasses, and crystal-clear blue pools. Spend up to 120 minutes exploring the unique landscape of the glacier. Witness breathtaking views, listen to interest local anecdotes and have your photo taken against this stunning natural landscape before heading back to the 4x4.
Get dropped off back at the meeting point at the end of your hike.
Includes
- Certified English-speaking guide
- 4x4 drive
- Free parking
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- People with mobility impairments
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Meeting point
There are a lot of tour operators in the area, look out for staff working for 'MELRAKKI ADVENTURES'.
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
- Sunglasses
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
- This tour may be canceled due to dangerous weather conditions, in which case you will be offered a full refund
