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The Skaftafell-Vatnajökull National Park is home to Europe’s largest glacier and the icy landscapes offer a dramatic backdrop for a hiking adventure. This guided glacier hike across Falljökull Glacier ensures a personalized experience, with a small group of up to 15 participants, and full instruction provided.
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Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
3 hours 30 minutes
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Many glacier tours in Vatnajökull National Park require travelers to walk from the parking lot to the glacier terminus, eating into their time on the ice. On this tour, maximize your time on Falljökull glacier by traveling as near as possible in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Explore moulins, crevasses, and other formations in the company of an Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides-certified guide.
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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group
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Iceland’s mighty glaciers boast some of the country’s most impressive scenery, but their isolated locations and icy terrain make exploring a challenge. On this beginner-level morning or afternoon hike, explore glacial landscapes around Falljökull with your guide. With safety equipment included, admire unrivaled views over the frozen wilderness.
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Vatnajökull Guided Beginner Glacier Walk with 4x4 Transfer
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Enjoy a safe and stress-free visit to Vatnajökull Glacier with this guided half-day tour. No need to worry if you’ve never been hiking near glaciers before, as a harness, crampons, and an ice axe are provided, and a teacher shows you how to use the gear. During the trip, visit Vatnajokull Glacier, and spend time exploring the icefall of Falljökull.
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Half-Day Vatnajokull Glacier Small Group Tour from Skaftafell
4 hours 30 minutes
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Discover one of Iceland’s most dramatic glaciers, majestic Skaftafell, on this half-day adventure from Freysnes gas station in a small group. Your guide provides crampons, ice axe, helmet, and a harness, shows you how to use them, then transfers you to the glacier in 4x4 super jeeps. As you hike, learn about geology, geography, and history. To preserve the glacier, all emissions from this tour will be offset.
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Skaftafell: 4h Small Group Glacier Hike with Guide and Transfer
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Embark on an adventure like no other on a thrilling small-group tour that combines exploring and climbing on Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull. Scale towering ice walls and descend into crevasses and experience the raw power and beauty of the glacier up close on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's icy wilderness.
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Glacier Xtreme: Vatnajökull Ice Climbing + Hike from Skaftafell
5 hours 30 minutes
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Hike along the Svínafellsjökull Glacier and climb a blue ice wall on this half-day experience from Skaftafell. Suitable for beginners, the hike combines expert tuition and safety briefings for a hassle-free experience. Take in the spectacular mountain scenery and glacial sights as you climb and hike, and learn about the ice formations as you go. Even better, all equipment is included, so you don't need to bring a thing.
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Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike
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The Svínafellsjökull glacier is part of Europe’s largest glacier and the icy landscapes offer a dramatic backdrop for a hiking adventure. This morning or afternoon guided glacier hike in the Skaftafell-Vatnajökull National Park ensures a personalized experience, with a small group of up to eight participants, and full instruction provided.
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Glacier Adventure From Skaftafell - Small Group Tour
4 hours 30 minutes
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Exploring Iceland’s glaciers can be a daunting prospect without the right equipment and experience, but with this tour—glacier gear and safety equipment are provided, and a guide leads the way. Venture inside an ice cave to see its spectacular blue walls, and learn where to find the most spectacular natural beauty in Vatnajökull National Park.
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Crystal Treasures of Vatnajökull: Ice Cave Adventure
3 hours 30 minutes
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Leave the travel planning and driving to someone else on this 2-day tour of Iceland’s south coast. Spend your first day visiting the cascading waterfalls at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss, plus the famous black sand beach. Your second day will be devoted to exploring a glacier lagoon, ice caves, and breathtaking volcanic lava fields. Accommodation and breakfast are included for a hassle-free trip.
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2 Day Winter Tour to Iceland's South Coast and Diamond Beach
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We specialise in full day adventurous glacier hikes and ice cave visits with a focus on delivering a more immersive experience on the ice. •Our guest to guide ratio is the smallest in the industry (4:1), •Minimum moderate fitness requirement, means more adventurous opportunities. •We're naturalists, so you'll hear facts and stories of the geological forces that produced this surreal part of the world. As well as the opportunity to get detailed explanations through the day of any questions you may have about glaciers and their impacts. •Even though it is not a requirement to have been on a glacier before, maybe this time you want to go further and 'do more'. •Expect to be outside all day in the wilderness ready to face wind, rain, snow, be lost in clouds and more. Icelandic nature at it's finest.
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Hidden Ice Cave on Vatnajökull: A Full-Day Remote Glacier Hike
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Experience the thrills of ice climbing inside a glacial cave or crevasses, and receive the photos to memorialize the adventure, with this private tour with a certified glacier guide and professional photographer. Includes all necessary equipment, including helmet, harness, crampons, ice axe, and hiking boots (upon request) and receive 25 photos per person.
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Winter Ice Cave + Climbing Private Photoshoot - 20 Shot Package
6 hours
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Travel to the magnificent Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon and around the South Coast of Iceland on a full-day tour from Reykjavik. Have the option to upgrade to include a boat tour of the lagoon to see the icebergs up close. You can also take a walk on the black sands of Reynisfjara beach, hike around the Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, and Dyrhoaley. Travel in a private vehicle with your own private guide who provides informative commentary as you spend a day in this breathtaking landscape.
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Glacier Lagoon & South Coast. Private Day Tour
14 hours
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Experience the stunning beauty of Vatnajokull National Park on a 5-hour Skaftafell glacier hike. Discover dramatic crevasses, striking blue ice ridges, and breathtaking glacier views while hiking on Europe's largest glacier. This immersive tour is designed for those seeking adventure, offering an intimate small group atmosphere led by a certified glacier guide. Enjoy approximately 3.5 hours on the ice, with a full safety briefing and all necessary gear included. Capture the captivating icefall of Falljokull and learn about the glacier's formation and history from your knowledgeable guide. - 5-hour glacier hike with 3.5 hours on the ice - Small group experience for personalized attention - All necessary gear provided, including crampons and ice axes - Learn from a certified glacier guide about Iceland's unique landscapes
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Explore Vatnajokull's Icefall
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