Skaftafell Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Skaftafell National Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Ice Cave Tour in the National Park of Vatnajökull
• Small Group Glacier Hiking & Ice Caving Tour Inside Vatnajokull Glacier
• Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour
• Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell
• 3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights

Entry fees for Skaftafell National Park are paid when you park your car and are based on the vehicle you arrive in: 1,000 kronur for cars with five seats or fewer, 1,300 kronur for larger cars, and 400 kronur for motorbikes. When you enter the parking lot, surveillance cameras photograph your number plate and you pay fees via the Parka app. Tours that visit the area typically include these fees and start from around US$75.

Some of the best hikes in Skaftafell National Park include the Svartifoss Trail, which is a 3.6-miles (5.8-kilometer) loop that starts from the Skaftafell Visitor Centre and passes a series of waterfalls. Another option that begins at the center is the 2.5-mile (4.1-kilometer) Glacier Trail, a route that showcases the Skaftafellsjökull glacier. There are also a variety of more challenging routes available for experienced hikers keen to embark on longer trails.

Yes, there is a visitor center in Skaftafell National Park. It is open from morning until evening all year round, with slightly extended hours during the summer months. At the visitor center, rangers provide information on Skaftafell’s environment and hiking trails, and you can also buy locally-crafted souvenirs.

Yes, there is a wide variety of accommodation options near Skaftafell National Park, from rustic lodges to modern hotels. Camping is also available inside the park. It’s a good idea to make your reservations as far in advance as possible, especially if you are visiting during the peak summer season.

Yes, Skaftafell National Park is generally suitable for families. The park has several well-maintained, kid-friendly trails, such as the relatively short and easy Gömlutún Traill. Adventurous kids can even join a glacier hiking tour in the company of an experienced guide.