Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group
by Melrakki Adventures
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$312Overview
This hiking tour in Skaftafell is designed for small groups, with no more than eight participants, led by guides certified by the Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides (AIMG). The tour lasts about three hours and includes a 4x4 drive to the terminus of the Falljökull glacier, enabling more time on the ice. Participants receive helmets, harnesses, crampons, and ice axes for the hike. The hike takes place in Vatnajökull National Park, a location known for filming movies such as Batman Begins, Interstellar, and the Game of Thrones series. Before stepping onto the glacier, the guide instructs on the correct use of the equipment. The group spends approximately one and a half hours on the ice, exploring features like moulins and crevasses. The guide provides information about the glacier's formation and shares local stories throughout the hike. Evening departures are available from June to August, offering a quieter experience away from crowds. Participants must bring weather-appropriate clothing, hiking boots (minimum European size 34 for crampons), sunglasses, and a backpack with extra layers, water, and snacks, as these are not included.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
Falljökull Glacier Hike
The tour includes a 4x4 drive to the terminus of Falljökull glacier in Vatnajökull National Park. The guide instructs on using provided glacier gear before spending about one and a half hours on the ice. During the hike, participants explore moulins, crevasses, and other glacier formations while the guide explains their origins and shares local stories. Skaftafell is also known as a filming location for Batman Begins, Interstellar, and Game of Thrones.
180 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center (Skaftafell Airport). Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center is OUTSIDE of the National Park. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time. Bring clothing according to weather.
End point
The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center (Skaftafell Airport). Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center is OUTSIDE of the National Park. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time. Bring clothing according to weather.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group
by Melrakki Adventures
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$312Overview
This hiking tour in Skaftafell is designed for small groups, with no more than eight participants, led by guides certified by the Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides (AIMG). The tour lasts about three hours and includes a 4x4 drive to the terminus of the Falljökull glacier, enabling more time on the ice. Participants receive helmets, harnesses, crampons, and ice axes for the hike. The hike takes place in Vatnajökull National Park, a location known for filming movies such as Batman Begins, Interstellar, and the Game of Thrones series. Before stepping onto the glacier, the guide instructs on the correct use of the equipment. The group spends approximately one and a half hours on the ice, exploring features like moulins and crevasses. The guide provides information about the glacier's formation and shares local stories throughout the hike. Evening departures are available from June to August, offering a quieter experience away from crowds. Participants must bring weather-appropriate clothing, hiking boots (minimum European size 34 for crampons), sunglasses, and a backpack with extra layers, water, and snacks, as these are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Falljökull Glacier Hike
The tour includes a 4x4 drive to the terminus of Falljökull glacier in Vatnajökull National Park. The guide instructs on using provided glacier gear before spending about one and a half hours on the ice. During the hike, participants explore moulins, crevasses, and other glacier formations while the guide explains their origins and shares local stories. Skaftafell is also known as a filming location for Batman Begins, Interstellar, and Game of Thrones.
180 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center (Skaftafell Airport). Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center is OUTSIDE of the National Park. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time. Bring clothing according to weather.
End point
The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center (Skaftafell Airport). Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center is OUTSIDE of the National Park. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time. Bring clothing according to weather.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.