About this experience
Join an expedition on the beautiful Hvannadalshnjúkur glacier and ascend the highest summit in Iceland with a private, local tour guide.
Highlights
- Hike up to the highest summit in Iceland
- Take in amazing views of Hrutfellsindar, Þumall, and Vatnajökull
- Experience the beauty of Skaftafell National Park
What's included
- Professional mountain guide
- All glacier gear
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Take an exciting expedition up to the highest summit in Iceland on the biggest glacier in Europe, called Hvannadalshnjúkur. Hike 10 to 14 hours up to the peak for a lightly challenging but rewarding experience surrounded by the glacial beauty of Iceland.
. Your guides will go over with you what the day will be like, how the gear works, and talk to you about your experience. You can also set a flexible departure time based on everyone’s experience, with the goal of being at the summit by 1:00 PM.
Start your trip early in the morning the next day at Skaftafell information center. Start to head up the mountain, covering gravel, rocks and snow. At various locations, you’ll stop for snacks, lunch, and water. At the reef, you’ll put on harnesses and rope up for the hills ahead. On a clear day, the views can be beautiful, so be sure to bring your camera.
After lunch, you’ll reach the plateau to the summit itself, before which you’ll put on crampons and make the final push to the summit. From the top, get views of Hrútfellstindar, Þumall, and part of the Vatnajökull ice cap.
Once you’ve taken everything in, you’ll hike back down, which will not take as long as the ascent.
Things to note
- Rain gear
- Hiking shoes
- Sunglasses
- Daypack
- Warm clothing
Terms & conditions
You have to be in good shape to do this tour.
Our guides can turn you around if they see you are not i good shape. do to the safety of the group.