Iceland · GLACIER HIKES IN SKAFTAFELL & JOKULSARLON
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 glacier hikes in Skaftafell & Jokulsarlon worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Beginner-friendly hike on Vatnajökull’s Falljökull, with crampons, certified guide, and blue ice crevasses from Skaftafell.
“We had a fantastic time and our guide, Kira, was excellent. She looked after everyone and kept checking in with us about what we would like to see and do. Definitely a highlight of our holiday.”
Skaftafell glacier hike to Vatnajökull’s blue ice cave on Falljökull. Small groups, safety gear included, 4 hours.
“Our guide Tin was excellent. Very attentive to everyone in the group. Very knowledgeable.”
A 3-hour small-group glacier hike at Skaftafell on Vatnajökull, with safety gear, guide-led ice exploration, and sweeping views.
“What an amazing experience to actually be on a glacier! The beauty is almost indescribable. Our tour guide was fantastic. Highly recommend.”
Guided blue-ice hike on Falljökull Glacier from Skaftafell, with gear and a certified guide, small groups, and stunning crevasses.
“10/10 great experience. You are definitely missing out if you dont book this tour. Staff is friendly and everything went smoothly.”
Small-group glacier hike on Vatnajökull’s Falljökull outlet from Skaftafell, with crampons, up to 2 hours on ice, and 4x4 access.
“We had a wonderful experience with Franziska as our guide whom made it even more amazing than this tour on the gletsjer already is. Franziska is VERY knowledgable, knows her stuff and shares everything with great enthusiasm! I believe she also made the sun shine and gave us clear blue skies that day. Thanks Franzy! :) Definitely recommend to book the extra small group hike AND go as early as possible to beat the crowds. Enjoy!”
Small group glacier hike from Skaftafell to Falljökull in Vatnajökull National Park, with full gear, expert safety, and great time on ice.
“We loved our hike. We got clear instructions on use of the crampons and what to expect on the glacier. We especially liked looking into the crevasse. One of our favorite activities in Iceland.”
Walk on blue ice at Vatnajökull from Skaftafell. Small group, crampons and safety gear provided, easy glacier hike, 3.5 hours.
“We had a great time hiking on the glacier! Our guide was Przemyslav Adam, and he did a great job of making sure everyone stayed safe during our hike as well as teaching us a lot about glaciers and Iceland. Definitely recommend this activity.”
Go ice caving at Skaftafell on a 4-hour glacier hike with crampons, harness, and a certified English guide, plus coffee and chocolate.
“Great experience, felt very safe even in high winds, lots of information provided about the glacier.”
Small group ice cave and glacier walk near Jökulsárlón, with crampons and blue ice canyons in Vatnajökull National Park.
“The meet location that Viator give you is WRONG. You meet in the main car park alongside the buildings. The whole experience is fabulous visiting several ice caves and other features within and on the glacier. Exhausting but great fun.”
A small-group glacier hike from Jökulsárlón to remote blue ice caves on Vatnajökull, with 4x4 access, safety gear, and expert guiding.
“We spent an amazing tour. The guide is very nice and make you discover the best things you can see around, with no rush. It is clearly a must to do”
Half-day glacier hike on Vatnajökull’s Falljökull from Skaftafell, with crampons, a certified guide, and blue-ice scenery.
“Learning about the volcano formation, how ice caves are made and how magical they are inside, was marvelous!”
Hike Falljökull on Vatnajökull with a small group, proper crampons, and a 4x4 ride from Skaftafell National Park.
“Once in a lifetime experience! Didn’t realize we had signed up for the HIKE instead of glacier walk! We loved it, definitley felt the adrenaline. Not for the faint of heart. We jumped over smaller crevasses with the help of the guides and hiked as high as was safe to go. The guides were experts!”
4-hour Skaftafell ice climbing on Svínafellsjökull glacier with crampons, ice axes, and a certified guide. Max 6, beginner-friendly.
“Ice climbing on a glacier is a once in a life-time opportunity! Our experiences with Kevin and Yan were wonderful and adventurous”
Half-day hike on Falljökull Glacier in Vatnajökull National Park, with a 4x4 ride, crampon training, and expert guides for $158.
“Genial, fuimos en una minibus Mercedes 4x4 hasta la lengua del glaciar, nos facilitaron botas de montaña ya que llevábamos deportivas, la excursión muy bonita, aunque es subida con los crampones, fue nuestra primera vez y lo llevamos bien, la guia iba haciendo paradas para explicarnos y coger aire. Estuvimos un poco más del tiempo . Es total éramos un grupo de 7 personas. Habla inglesa.”
Skaftafell blue ice cave hike on Vatnajökull with crampons, helmet gear, and a guided glacier walk for active beginners.
“Tour overall was great but an extraordinary let down for what we thought we were getting. Definite misrepresentation from the photo they use to what you actually see. We saw one “cave” that was pretty much a hole in the ice. Like I said it was cool, we were just expecting WAY more for the price.”
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