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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Experience Easy Glacier Hike

Tour guide explaining glacier features to guests during Blue Ice Experience at Skaftafell.
Falljökull glacier with icy blue crevasses and snow-covered peaks in Iceland.
Hiker traversing icy terrain on Falljökull glacier in Iceland.
Tour guide explaining glacier features to guests during Blue Ice Experience at Skaftafell.

Duration

3 hrs 30 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

    • Enjoy a small-group glacier hike led by a certified expert, complete with all essential gear and safety equipment for an unforgettable icy adventure.

    • Walk atop Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest ice cap, and explore dazzling blue ice formations and deep crevasses.

    • Discover the ever-changing landscape of Falljokull glacier, guided by local experts sharing fascinating glacier insights.

    • Perfect for first-time glacier explorers, no prior experience needed, just a sense of adventure!

    • Small-group Vatnajokull glacier hike

    • Certified glacier expert guide

    • Transfers from Skaftafell

    • Glacier gear & safety equipment

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    • Food and drinks

    • Gratuities/tips

    • Souvenir photos

  • TOTAL DURATION3 hours 30 minutes
    Timeline
    Map
    Skaftafell
    Start point

    Skaftafell

    Falljokull Glacier

    1. Falljokull Glacier

    Free Admission
    1 activity

    Step onto the glacier for a guided hike across shimmering blue ice, deep crevasses, and sculpted ridges. Your guide shares insights into glacial movement, ice formations, and the powerful natural forces shaping Iceland’s largest ice cap.

    Things to do

    Skaftafell
    End point

    Skaftafell

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Bring warm clothing, hiking shoes, and rain gear.

    • It is recommended to dress in layers to adapt to changing weather conditions.

    What’s not allowed

    • This experience is not suitable for children under 10 years.

    • Pregnant women are not permitted to participate.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Each youth must be accompanied by one adult.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

    • All necessary glacier gear and safety equipment will be provided.

    • The activity operates in most weather conditions; in case of severe weather, the experience may be rescheduled or canceled.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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