Skaftafell Adventure Tour - 5-Hour Expedition
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Skaftafell, Iceland
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Iceland's Skaftafell National Park on this extended glacier hiking tour, which allows more time on this glacier than most other tours. As you hike over the ice, past deep crevasses, pale moulins, and ice sculptures, and take in panoramic views over the park, your guide shares insights into glaciers, how they are formed and impacted by climate change. Includes all necessary safety gear.
- Spend longer on the ice than possible on most other tours
- Get insights into glaciers and how they are formed, from your guide
- Includes safety equipment: Hiking boots are available for rent
- Small-group tour ensures a more personal experience
What's Included
- All activities
- Professional guide
- All safety gear for glacier hike
- Coffee and Chocolates
- Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
- Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
- Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Tröll Expeditions SkaftafellWest of Hofgardur, 785 Hof, Iceland
Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell on Maps. Driving time from Reykjavik is around 4 hours and a half in good weather conditions.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.10:30 am
What To Expect
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Skaftafell
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress according to weather
- Good to have energy snacks
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jacob_M
We had a super fun time with Troll on the 5 hour glacier hike on Skaftafell! Ana was an excellent guide and we had such a fun group (8 of us) that we really clicked with. Each group started together on the mountain and ended up going different routes, so it made it feel more private than being on a huge tour with other tourists. When you arrive to Troll it's a bit unclear what you're supposed to do- make sure you arrive early to get fitted with crampons and gear, and use the bathroom before you leave! It's a quick bus ride to the drop site, then a 20 minute walk or so from the car park up to the trailhead (feels way longer on the way back)! The pace was doable and despite never having hiked with crampons on ice before, we felt comfortable and safe the entire trip. Do not skip this tour- you're shorting yourself by taking the shorter hike!! The glacier is incredible. Make sure to wear layers since it can get pretty warm hiking up!
Reviews
4.9
based on 199 reviews
Camille_H, Dec 2025
Cancelled because of high winds. I will have to come back again in the months of May, June or July. Thanks
Robert_S, Sep 2025
Our original 5 hour tour was scheduled for the prior day but was cancelled by high winds. Although, we ended up rebooking it the back office was unresponsive for several hours resulting considerable uncertainty on our part as to how to re-arrange our remaining plans. In the end it was all fixed to our satisfaction.
Ana, our tour guide, was great and helped my wife with the descent when her ankle acted up.
Experiencing the glacier up close made for a very memorable experience.
Jacob_M, Aug 2025
We had a super fun time with Troll on the 5 hour glacier hike on Skaftafell! Ana was an excellent guide and we had such a fun group (8 of us) that we really clicked with. Each group started together on the mountain and ended up going different routes, so it made it feel more private than being on a huge tour with other tourists. When you arrive to Troll it's a bit unclear what you're supposed to do- make sure you arrive early to get fitted with crampons and gear, and use the bathroom before you leave! It's a quick bus ride to the drop site, then a 20 minute walk or so from the car park up to the trailhead (feels way longer on the way back)! The pace was doable and despite never having hiked with crampons on ice before, we felt comfortable and safe the entire trip. Do not skip this tour- you're shorting yourself by taking the shorter hike!! The glacier is incredible. Make sure to wear layers since it can get pretty warm hiking up!
Holden_P, Jul 2025
Amazing guides making the experience very enjoyable. It was raining and cloudy, which could have really dampened the experience - but it was completely unique and a lot of interesting views- like most things in the area this was very popular in the summer, so it did feel a bit like grand central station on the glacier, but once we got higher the crowds thinned, which I was grateful for.
Greg_L, Apr 2025
We went back and forth about the different tours and ended up taking the longer 5 hour tour. It was definitely the right choice. We saw where the 4 hour tours went to and we got to go much further up on the glacier to the ice wall. Our guide was terrific about teaching everyone how to use the equipment and about the glacier itself. It was an excellent trip overall.
pinky_s, Aug 2024
We had a great time with Phillip as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and kept us all safe while showing us a great time. It was nice that they had multiple guides so it felt small. We had a larger group in our tour, but only 8 (including our family of 4) in Phillip’s group so it made it more intimate and easier to feel safe.
Stephanie_P, May 2024
This tour was fantastic, 10/10 would do it again. It's incredible to be on the glacier and the views were amazing. We got to rappel down a crevasse and explore different areas of the glacier. We always felt safe and the pace was good.
General FYI---the temperature on the glacier is about the same as on the ground, so dress accordingly before putting the gear on
Scott_Y, Apr 2024
This was an amazing experience. Augustine was our guide and he was perfect! He was patient and explained everything that we needed to do. I would suggest eating a good breakfast before you go, and pack some snacks and water. You have to have ankle covering hiking boots or you will have to use theirs. If you aren’t in good shape, you may struggle. It was moderate for us and we hike/work out regularly.
Kathryn_K, Mar 2024
This was wonderful and absolutely worth doing! Our guide Kate made it really adventurous, interesting, and fun, and we were all over the glacier. Ended up being the perfect amount of time to be out there. Highly recommend!
Keylerk_G, Oct 2023
Enjoyed every minute of it, worth the hike and using the equipment was definitely a learning curve but our guide Kate was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Tessa_Z, Oct 2023
It was raining cats and dogs to the point where everyone's waterproof stuff wasn't waterproof at all anymore m, however great experience as it didn't really matter. The trip on the ice kept us all quite warm... initially I was wondering why I had not chosen the shorter tour but to be honest it was worthwhile as we could go higher up and have a better feeling of the glacier, see different structures etc. Our guide was great, interesting, helpful and funny at times. All in all well organised and well tailored for slightly sporty-er tourists with considerations for photos etc. The only reason why I've taken one star off was that I had to borrow boots because mine weren't high heel and the smell of the rental ones was absolutely shocking. Honestly I could smell them from far. I appreciate that these get warn a lot and they get wet and probably don't always dry properly but you should use deodorant or something because I've never smelt shoes that stank that bad in my life.
Elaine_S, Sep 2023
Trolls was well organized, provided all equipment necessary. Anna out guide was amazing — informative and passionate about the glaciers. A wonderful day exploring a magnificent glacier.
Giulia_B, Aug 2023
Eli has been a very good guide. The tracking very beautiful and interesting. I would suggest the 5h tour.
Viktor_B, Jul 2023
Our guide Eli was excellent. She varied the pace to suit the group, and we still managed to get further than other groups.
The information she provided was also very good.
Raul_H, Sep 2022
Martin was a fantastic tour guide. He made us feel safe and comfortable, keeping a good pace in the hiking trip.
Important: remember is a 5 hours hiking tour.
During the hike you will know more about the glaciers and Iceland. Definitely it’s a most due tour. You will be able to view beautiful views.
I recommend this tour to individuals with a good health and used to exercise.
Christy_W, Sep 2022
It was an amazing experience. Our guide explained everything and was very knowledgeable. She also kept a good pace so we could enjoy ourselves and the glacier. She gave us plenty of time to take photos and ask questions. The 5hr glacier hike is a steady, uphill, at times rocky hike. It was well worth it.
Kathleen_M, Jun 2022
Our tour guide Martin was awesome. Made sure everyone was safe and comfortable-making sure to keep a good pace for those in the back...(me)
Martin took the time to educate us about the glaciers and Iceland. Would definitely recommend this trip! Beautiful views of the glacier.... you better get 'em while you can.
Jeff_P, Apr 2022
I was with my 16 yr old son on a "father-son" trip and this was one of our highlights. Our guide, Pascal, was informative, competent and took high regard for our safety.
Byron_F, Aug 2021
Boris was a great guide. Explained everything asked in full detailed. It was a great experience overall
Ro_B, Jul 2021
The whole experience was great. The tour guides were welcoming and knowledgeable. The weather was perfect and we had a wonderful time! Heads up, the meeting point is at the airplane terminal, before the state park. We mistakenly drove to the park then had to go turn around and go back down the road to the airplane terminal building which is clearly visible as you approach. From reading other reviews we knew to bring a snack and there was time to relax and be still, which was welcome after the hike!
Maud_L, Jul 2024
Très belle expérience. Contente d avoir choisi la rando de 5h car il faut compter ds ce temps l accès en bus et la marche d approche. Accessible, rien de très sportif. On profite pleinement du glacier.
Daniel_S, Jul 2023
Excelente experiencia, la guía muy amable y atenta. Vale mucho la pena. Es un poco pesado para gente mayor.
Janneke_L, Jun 2023
Mooie tocht ondanks de regen. Celine was een hele fijne gids, zorgzaam en ze gaf veel informatie. Algehele organisatie goed in orde.
Javier_F, Aug 2022
Un sueño hecho realidad. Hacer trekking por el glaciar ha sido increíble. Muy recomendado. Nosotros hicimos el de 5 horas.
Pierre_B, Apr 2022
Expédition sensationnelle. Marcher sur un glacier, nous ne l'avions jamais fait. Visiter une grotte de glace : magnifique. Grimper avec un pic : très sympa.
Avec en plus un super guide
Anabel_D, Apr 2022
Hemos hecho la ruta con David! Muy recomendable, nos ha explicado todo a la perfección y nos ha llevado por sitios preciosos, con parada para comer algo incluida!! Lo recomiendo!! Experiencia increible
Maximilian_W, Sep 2021
Gletscher, Eis, Aussicht, nass, kalt, super Guide, cool, Eishöhle, selber über Schotter hinfahren, Ausrüstung,
Paul_V, Feb 2020
Expédition très bien organisée, équipements adaptés, guide super, des explications très intéressantes sur le lieu et sur son avenir. Cette expédition est plutôt adaptée pour les débutants mais conviendra à tout le monde.
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