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Glacier wonders hiking tour
Skaftafell, Iceland,
Reykjavik,
Iceland
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Overview
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
You will meet your guide and group at the Skaftafell Booking Center, the gray building with the turf roof, near the car park at Skaftafell Visitor Center in Vatnajökull National Park and the adventure is ready to start!Your guide will drive you around 15 minutes towards Falljökull. Once there, you will gear up on crampons, have the security briefing and more information about the amazing phenomenon. It will take around 30 minutes hiking to get to Falljökull, where you will also have the chance to view Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland´s highest peak.On this tour you will encounter crevasses, moulins, falls and be amazed by the shapes, colors, and textures around you. Don´t forget your camera and hop on this unforgettable tour!
What to remember
Important info
- Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk
- The minimum age for participation is 8 years
- Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket, pants, headwear, and gloves. Good hiking boots are essential, it is not possible to fit ice crampons to any other footwear
- Trip difficulty: 2/5, easy
What's included
Guided glacier tour. Specialized glacier gear. All required safety equipment. English speaking and licensed guide
What's not included
Food and drinks. Tips and gratuities
Know Before You Go
Highlights
A small-group experience. Hike to one of the largest glaciers in Europe, Vatnajökull. Enjoy the spectacular views around you and take some amazing photos
Operating days
All-year
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Arctic Adventures
Meeting Point
Skaftafell Booking Center, the gray building with the turf roof, near the car park at Skaftafell Visitor Center in Vatnajökull National Park.