Duration
Free cancellation
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Guided tour
Transfers included
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Traverse Vatnajökull’s icy landscapes, with transfers from Skaftafell included, exploring blue ice formations and dramatic crevasses up close.
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Small group glacier hike led by a certified expert, with all essential gear and safety equipment provided.
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Marvel at towering icefalls where centuries-old glacier ice tumbles dramatically down volcanic slopes in a breathtaking natural display.
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Learn about glacier movement and climate change as you hike through Vatnajokull's serene icy landscapes and capture stunning glacier vistas.
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Small group Vatnajokull glacier hike
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Certified glacier expert guide
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Transfers from Skaftafell
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Specialized glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
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Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support (available to rent for 1500 ISK)
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Food & drinks
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- TOTAL DURATION4 hours 10 minutesTimelineMap
Start pointSkaftafell
1. Vatnajokull (Easy Route)
Things to do
Time to explore and photograph
End pointSkaftafell
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
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Bring warm clothing, including a hat and gloves, and hiking shoes.
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Food and drinks are not included; please bring your own if desired.
What’s not allowed
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Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited.
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Littering is strictly prohibited on the glacier and within the national park.
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Participation is not permitted for children under 8 years old or for those with a shoe size outside the range of 35–50 EU (specialized glacier crampons are only available for these sizes).
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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Participants must be able to walk approximately 3 km (1.8 miles) over uneven terrain.
Additional information
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All required glacier safety equipment is provided.
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Please arrive at the meeting point on time, as late arrivals may not be accommodated.
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The tour is rated as easy, but a basic level of fitness is required.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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