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Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

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Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike
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4.5  / 51310 reviews
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Soak in this life-changing experience as you step inside a natural blue ice cave and walk on Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier, in Skaftafell National Park.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 12 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Saskia – Netherlands

We weren’t able to go through with the excursion the scheduled day due to heavy winds (trust me, it was not doable). We could reschedule immediately for the next day. We had the most amazing experience. The explanations were great, we had enough time to take pictures, watched the sun set from the glacier and the tunnel was amazing! Definitely recommend!

S
Saskia – Netherlands
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Ioannis – Greece

excellent day adventure ! guides were super happy with great energy ! all great and value for the experience!

I
Ioannis – Greece

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

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    Vatnajökull National Park

    Safety briefing (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Skaftafell

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

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    Skaftafell

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Hiking, Class, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

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    Vatnajökull National Park

    Walk (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enter a natural ice cave
  • Visit Skaftafell National Park
  • Hike up Falljokull Glacier
  • Explore Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe

Full description

Explore breathtaking ice formations and glacier mills on this guided tour in Skaftafell. Marvel at a naturally-formed, blue ice cave and learn how glaciers are formed. A professional hiking guide will take you to the base of Falljökull, an outlet glacier of the Vatnajökull ice cap, and lead you up to the cave. On a clear day, be sure to look out for Hvannadalshnúkur in the distance.

Includes

  • Glacier gear
  • Licensed guide
  • Glacier water
  • Coffee
  • Chocolates
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years

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Date

Meeting point

Meet at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell, Hof.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Hiking shoes
  • Rain gear

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 1310 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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Saskia – NetherlandsNovember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
We weren’t able to go through with the excursion the scheduled day due to heavy winds (trust me, it was not doable). We could reschedule immediately for the next day. We had the most amazing experience. The explanations were great, we had enough time to take pictures, watched the sun set from the glacier and the tunnel was amazing! Definitely recommend!
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Ioannis – GreeceDecember 7, 2024  – Verified booking
excellent day adventure ! guides were super happy with great energy ! all great and value for the experience!
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Ryan – United KingdomNovember 19, 2024  – Verified booking
Me and my partner had an incredible time and our guide Maria was so lovely and friendly. She was very knowledgeable and funny and made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Some of the views were insane!
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Product ID: 166280

Activity provider:TrollExpeditions

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