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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Ice Climb and Hike

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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Ice Climb and Hike
Top rated
4.68 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.68 out of 5 stars
75 reviews

Challenge gravity and climb up walls of ice on the amazing outlet glacier of Vatnajökull. Get tips on how to walk on ice as you make your way across Europe's largest glacier in safety.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

J
Johanna – Germany

We really enjoyed the tour and our guide Lily was really great. It was nice that we were with a very small group. We had fantastic weather and were able to enjoy the view from and onto the glacier. The route was doable (even if you've never climbed before) and the ice climbing was fun, even if it was a bit challenging. But luckily we were well equipped for it. We can definitely recommend this tour.

H
Hendrik – Australia

Activity was good. Although the meeting point appear to have changed from when we booked. We do not have access to internet and nearly missed the activity because of notification after the fact. one guide Jan was good (rate him as 10), the other guide seem to be very blunt and not very polite, would rate him as a 2. almost ruin the experience, good thing Jan was there.

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    Starting location:

    Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

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    Vatnajökull National Park

    Safety briefing (30 minutes)

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    Skaftafell

    Guided tour, Hiking (1 hour)

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    Skaftafell

    Guided tour, Hiking, Class, Safety briefing (1 hour)

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    Vatnajökull National Park

    Walk (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Soak up the epic landscapes of Skaftafell National Park
  • Walk on an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull
  • Hike in the footsteps of Jon Snow from Game of Thrones

Full description

Experience what it feels like to walk on ice on a hike across the outlet glacier of Vatnajökull. Brave Europe's largest glacier to get breathtaking views of the Skaftafell area. Learn how to put on and walk in your crampons and learn the basic techniques of ice climbing.

Meet your guide at the Skaftafell Terminal to collect all the necessary safety equipment. Gear up with your harness, crampons, ice axe, and helmet, then jump aboard the shuttle bus for the 10-minute ride to the glacier.
Challenge gravity as you climb up walls of ice, and hike around the glacier. Learn how it was formed, and its fascinating history, including its recent use as a film location for movies such as Interstellar, Batman Begins, and the epic TV series Game of Thrones.

Includes

  • Certified glacier guide
  • Climbing boots
  • Glacier equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, ice axe, and ropes)
  • Coffee
  • Chocolates
  • Rain gear
  • Gloves

Not suitable for

  • Children under 12 years

Meeting point

Meet at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell, Hof.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Hat
  • Rain gear
  • Gloves

From $229.08 per person

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Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 75 reviews

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Johanna – GermanyMarch 5, 2025 – Verified booking
We really enjoyed the tour and our guide Lily was really great. It was nice that we were with a very small group. We had fantastic weather and were able to enjoy the view from and onto the glacier. The route was doable (even if you've never climbed before) and the ice climbing was fun, even if it was a bit challenging. But luckily we were well equipped for it. We can definitely recommend this tour.
H
Hendrik – AustraliaApril 5, 2023 – Verified booking
Activity was good. Although the meeting point appear to have changed from when we booked. We do not have access to internet and nearly missed the activity because of notification after the fact. one guide Jan was good (rate him as 10), the other guide seem to be very blunt and not very polite, would rate him as a 2. almost ruin the experience, good thing Jan was there.
K
Kayla – United StatesSeptember 29, 2021 – Verified booking
Amazing experience! Highly recommend. Beautiful views, great gear and excellent guides. Benat and Diego were awesome! Thank you!

Product ID: 147492

Activity provider:TrollExpeditions
  • Iceland
  • Northeastern Region, Iceland
  • Vatnajökull

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