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Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell

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Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell
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iconOffered in: English
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Overview

Discover one of the gems of southern Iceland on this glacier hike in Skaftafell National Park. Head from Skaftafell to the edge of the spectacular Vatnajokull glacier. Learn how to use your climbing equipment, then hike out through the glacier valley and up onto the ice. Follow your guide on a route past open crevasses and frozen ice-caves, and admire breathtaking views over the landscape beyond. During your family-friendly trip, learn how glaciers are formed and marvel at the scale of the mighty glacier.
  • Take a walk on the Vatnajokull Glacier on a half-day tour
  • Learn about glacial geology from your knowledgeable tour guide
  • All necessary equipment included and no previous experience required
  • A small group ensures a personalized experience
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Certified glacier guide
Guided glacier tour
Specialized glacier gear
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Hiking boots (Available for rent)

Departure Point

Skaftafell, Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park, East Region

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Difficulty level: Easy
  • This tour departs from Arctic Adventures Booking Hut in Skaftafell (gray house with the turf roof). Skaftafell is located 327km (203 miles) from Reykjavík. The nearest towns to Skaftafell are Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 69km to the west and Höfn, 130km to the east.
  • Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35.
  • Iceland is known for colorful weather. It can sometimes show you all 4 seasons in one day. Dressing for this sort of weather can be a challenge so we always recommend to dress in layers.
  • You will need sturdy hiking boots that fit crampons for the glacier hike. If you do not own a pair then we rent out good hiking boots as well as a waterproof clothing at our hut in Skaftafell for a small fee.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Arctic Adventures

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell.
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What is the social distancing policy during Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell?
A:
The policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell.

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Enjoyed the tour very much. Best...
emmylou
, Jun 2017
Enjoyed the tour very much. Best experience in Iceland. We had so much fun. Our tour guide Mark has been awesome. He's talented and very knowledgeable. Definitely a must do when in Iceland.
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It was great and unique experience...
Kwan K
, Oct 2016
It was great and unique experience, but wish it was little bit longer. Out of total 3-hour length, we only walked over the glacier little less than 1 hour.
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A phenomenal experience, truly the...
Robert K
, Oct 2016
A phenomenal experience, truly the highlight of my Icelandic adventure!
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Fantastic experience. Safe...
Atheendar V
, Oct 2016
Fantastic experience. Safe, relatively easy going hike with a very knowledgable guide. Perhaps our favorite experience in Iceland, which at baseline was incredible to begin with! Well worth the time and money.
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The glacier hike was great. Not too...
maoz2473
, Sep 2016
The glacier hike was great. Not too short and not too long. We got explanation how glacier are created. Walked with crampons on the glacier. Saw moulins. Drank testy glacier water. And more... This great job was done by our guide. Danny from Sweden. Thanks for the great experience!
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The tour is definitely the highlight...
mankitkoo
, Jun 2016
The tour is definitely the highlight of our Iceland trip. Was not too physical and the Glacier water tastes great! Our guide is informative and friendly.
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Just great! Small group out on the...
Daniel S
, Oct 2015
Just great! Small group out on the glacier. Guide was great and learned a lot about the glaciers and the local geography and even history. Wonderful experience and pretty easy for beginners to ice hiking.
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