All Skaftafell Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

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.

On this tour, we fly over the colorful area of Kjós located at the head of Mosárdalur glacier valley on our way to the highest peak in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur (2116m). Then we continue over Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, featuring huge floating icebergs. Along the way, You will enjoy the views of Breiðamerkurjökull glacier and Esjufjöll Mountains before heading back.

Discover one of Iceland’s most dramatic glaciers, majestic Skaftafell, on this half-day adventure starting at Freysnes gas station. Your guide provides crampons, ice axe, helmet, and 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.

Experience the thrill of a one-hour ATV tour in the stunning Skaftafell area, where nature’s beauty unfolds at every turn. Your adventure begins as you navigate the rugged terrain, driving along river beds that carve through the landscape. As you journey, you’ll make a memorable stop at the historic Skeiðarárbrú, an old bridge with a rich legacy, offering you a moment to take in the surrounding beauty and perhaps capture some stunning photographs. Once you’ve soaked in the sights, it’s time to rev up your ATV again for the return trip. As you make your way back to the base, you’ll be treated to incredible views of the nearby glacier, a magnificent panorama that serves as a perfect backdrop to complete your exhilarating ride.

This is the ultimate glacier and ice cave photography tour in Iceland. An adventure that is catered to those wanting to get the best shots for their portfolios on and inside of the glacier.

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.

With its black-sand beaches, snow-white glaciers, geothermal pools, and volcanic rock fields, Iceland is a land of contrasts. Enjoy captivating views of the island’s unique topography during a thrilling sightseeing flight from Skaftafell. Take off from an exclusive, private airport, conveniently located near Vatnajökull National Park. Then, embark on a bespoke itinerary from the air, based on the latest weather conditions.

Embark on a photogenic aerial tour over Iceland's coastline and Skeiðarársandur glacier. Go over the flight plan with your pilot before soaring over the plains covered in black sand and ash that span the entire area. Fly over the massive outlet that drains water from Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest ice cap before landing.

Discover the exhilarating world of ice climbing in Skaftafell, set within the stunning Vatnajökull National Park. This adventure takes you on a glacier hike where you can marvel at mesmerizing ice formations, including deep crevasses and water cauldrons. With an expert experienced guide, you’ll receive safety instructions and gear, including crampons and ice axes, before embarking on a journey over the glacier's blue ice. Perfect for adventurous travelers aged 14 and above, this tour promises a small group experience, ensuring personalized attention and ample time to enjoy the thrill of climbing. - Duration: 4.5 hours with 3 hours on the ice - Small group sizes of 2 to 6 per guide for personalized experiences - All necessary glacier gear provided, including crampons and ice axes - Suitable for ages 14 and above with moderate difficulty level

Embark on a photogenic aerial tour Landmannalaugar, Vatnajökull glacier, Grímsvötn eruption site, Lakagígar and more. Go over the flight plan with your pilot, and take off over the area, observing the steam blowing from the lake on top of the glacier, massive volcanic craters, countless mountains and valleys, and Iceland’s Highlands.

Dive into the extraordinary beauty of Iceland's blue glacial wonders with our thrilling Ice Cave Tour in the heart of the magnificent Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier! Embark on a mesmerizing journey where crystal-clear ice formations, tinted with enchanting blue hues, create a surreal underworld, which only exists in winter. Our expert guides will lead you safely into and through the cave sharing tons of geological facts and helping you capture Instagram-worthy moments surrounded by the otherworldly beauty of blue ice. You will create memories, which will last a lifetime.

We take you into the real, high, and wild part of Iceland on this trip where you will not see many other tourists all day. You will have to cross glaciers and step over deep crevasses. You will have to dig deep and find the energy to keep going up this frozen mountain. The views on top are mind-blowing if you are not in the cloud. Our guides are mostly local and have many years of experience in the mountains here, top qualifications, and also a passion for sharing facts and stories from the area. Safety is also our number one priority and unlike the larger companies, we pick and choose our guides based on their history and skill base. Also, we will aim for the best weather windows and do our best for a safe and successful day. We also offer ski summits at the same price.

Join Ice Pic Journeys for a bespoke full-day adventure through Iceland’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Begin with a private glacier hike across Vatnajökull, where you’ll explore shimmering ice formations and stunning views alongside one of our expert photographer-guides. Afterwards, enjoy a cinematic photoshoot at Diamond Beach and the Glacier Lagoon, capturing the contrast between volcanic black sand and glistening ice. Then, board a Zodiac boat for a thrilling ride among towering icebergs drifting through the lagoon. Throughout the day, we’ll document your journey with professional photos. Within 14 days, you’ll receive a custom photo package via private download—memories frozen in time. This is not just a tour, it’s your story written in ice, light, and movement—crafted exclusively by Ice Pic Journeys.

This is a unique opportunity to float on the blue water of Jökulsárlón as well as hiking up the majestic Falljökull Glacier from Skaftafell.

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.

Come along on a fantastic family-friendly Ice Cave tour in Vatnajökull glacier. Those travelling to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon should not miss this excursion as an ice cave tour is truly a unique experience.Your adventure starts at Jökulsárlón where your guides for the day will meet you and hand out equipment for the ice caves. You'll then board a modified 4x4, or a super jeep, to get to the caves. The drive up to the caves takes only about 30 minutes, but it is exciting, and the magnificent scenery on the way up there will surely take your breath away. The guides are very informative and entertaining; they will tell you facts about the area, stories from the community, fairytales and everything you would like to know. When you arrive, there is a short walk to the ice caves, and your guides continue to inform you about the great Vatnajökull glacier. Once in the cave, you will get a good time to explore, take pictures and just enjoy yourself on your vacation.