About this experience
Explore the breathtaking outlets of Europe's largest glacier on a unique small-group glacier hike in the company of an expert guide.
Highlights
- Hike on one of the stunning outlets of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier.
- Enjoy an intimate small-group tour with a maximum of 8 participants
- Maximize the time spent on ice by driving to the glacier base in a modified 4x4
What's included
- Certified English-speaking glacier guide
- All required glacier equipment
- 4x4 drive
- Free parking
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Embark on a small-group tour of Vatnajökull glacier and benefit from an intimate experience with a maximum of 8 participants. After meeting your guide at the meeting point in Skaftatell Airport, get geared up and prepare for your 15-minute 4x4 drive to the base of the Falljökull outlet glacier.
At the base, step onto the glacier and listen to a quick briefing on how to wear your ice crampons. Then, it's time to begin your glacier hike. Follow your experienced guide through stunning ice formations, moulins, crevasses, and crystal-clear blue pools.
Spend up to 120 minutes exploring the unique landscape of the glacier. Witness breathtaking views, listen to interest local anecdotes, and have your photo taken against this stunning natural landscape before heading back to the 4x4. Get dropped off back at the meeting point at the end of your hike.
Terms & conditions
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
• This tour may be canceled due to dangerous weather conditions, in which case you will be offered a full refund
• Minimum shoe size to fit our crampons is size 34 EUR
There is free parking available at the meeting point