About this experience
Explore Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap, on a glacier walk from Skaftafell. Trek through deep crevasses, blue ice formations, and breathtaking panoramic views.
Highlights
- Experience Europe’s largest glacier up close and personal!
- Enjoy a personal, small-group adventure with expert guides.
- Feel safe with highly trained, glacier-certified professionals.
- Leave no trace—experience nature without harming it.
- Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in pure ice wilderness.
What's included
- Experienced and qualified guide
- Glacier gear
- Safety equipment
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Your journey begins in Skaftafell National Park, where you’ll meet your expert glacier guide. Here, you’ll be fitted with crampons and an ice axe, ensuring you’re fully prepared for the adventure ahead. Once everyone is geared up, a short bus ride will take you to the edge of the glacier, where the real experience begins.
Stepping onto one of Vatnajökull National Park’s stunning outlet glaciers, you’ll find yourself immersed in a frozen world shaped by time and nature. This glacier is part of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap, and offers an awe-inspiring landscape of brilliant white, crystal-clear, and deep blue ice formations. As you explore, you’ll navigate deep crevasses, towering ice ridges, and ever-changing formations, making for an unforgettable journey.
Before setting off, your guide will give a brief lesson on using your gear, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident as you step onto the ice. With every step, you’ll experience the surreal beauty of the glacier, as if walking on another planet.
Throughout the tour, your experienced guide will share fascinating insights into the glacier’s history, its unique formations, and the natural forces that shape this icy wonder. You’ll also have plenty of time for photos, capturing the breathtaking scenery that stretches endlessly in all directions.
Glacier walks have long been one of Iceland’s most iconic outdoor activities, and this tour is where it all began. Operating since 1994, it was one of the first to make Iceland’s glaciers safely accessible to everyone. Today, no trip to Iceland is complete without experiencing the magic of a glacier walk—and this is your chance to be part of the adventure.
Things to note
- Warm clothing
- Rain gear
- Hiking shoes
Terms & conditions
Each youth must be accompanied by one adult.