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  1. 3-Hour Skaftafell Glacier Hike Tour

    Bring hiking boots that are tight around the ankle and have a hard sole (or you can rent shoes during the booking process). The tour starts at West of Hofgardur, 785 Hof. Driving east from Reykjavik, it takes approximately 4.5 hours (210 miles/340 km) to reach Hof. The nearest towns to Skaftafell are Kirkjubæjarklaustur, 42 miles (69 km) to ...

  2. Skaftafell Glacier Hike

    Tour Description. Follow the steps of Jon Snow beyond the wall with this 3-hour hiking expedition to an outlet glacier on part of the biggest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull. Let your mind be blown away by the breathtaking views to thice-covered highest peaks of Iceland rising more than 2,000 meters (6.500 ft) over your helmet!

  3. Iceland Glacier Tours From Skaftafell and Reykjavik

    Half Day Glacier Hike from Skaftafell. On this half-day glacier hiking tour you get the chance to explore all that Icelandic glaciers have to offer in just 5 hours. Experience the cascading ice fall of Falljökul Glacier crashing down from the mighty Vatnajökull ice cap. ~5.5 hours. All year.

  4. Skaftafell 5-Hour Glacier Hike

    Tour Description. Skaftafell is a beautiful nature reserve in south-east Iceland, filled with spectacular natural wonder. You will explore one of these wonders on a glacier outlet of Vatnajökull glacier. Vatnajökull is not only Europe's largest glacier, but it is also home of the highest mountain range in Iceland.

  5. Glacier Wonders: Skaftafell Glacier Hike Tour

    This breathtaking glacier hike from Skaftafell will take you to a great moving glacier in Vatnajökull National Park. Book a tour and start exploring! Glacier Wonders is a superb glacier hiking tour from Skaftafell into the magnificent ice world of Falljökull glacier, a tongue of the mighty Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe.

  6. Skaftafell Glacier Hike: What to Expect + Best Tours (2024)

    Skaftafell Glacier. The glacier is 326 kilometers (200 miles) from Reykjavik and can be reached from the main road with a short turn at the end for 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) along Road 998 (this will take you to the visitor's center). From Hofn, the glacier is 136 kilometers (84 miles), and from Jökulsárlón, it is merely 57 kilometers (35 ...

  7. Skaftafell 3-Hour Glacier Hike

    Hike into the magnificent ice-world of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. Your certified glacier guide will show you stunning scenery and astonishing ice formations. Come and join us on this once-in-a lifetime-experience, a chance to explore Iceland's largest glacier. As glaciers continue melting at an alarming rate - roughly more ...

  8. Skaftafell Glacier Hike

    The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center by the main road. You can look up "Skaftafell Terminal" on Google Maps to find the exact location and driving directions. Driving time to Skaftafell from Reykjavík is around 4 hours and 30 minutes. If you arrive early, you can visit Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center which offers free ...

  9. A Guide to Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland

    Skaftafell, a part of Vatnajökull National Park, is a must-visit destination in South Iceland. The park offers plenty of outdoor activities, such as hiking, glacier trekking, and exploring ice caves or waterfalls. Therefore, we believe it is an essential stop on every Iceland itineraryfor every avid hiker and outdoor lover.

  10. Skaftafell Glacier Hike

    The duration of the tour is 3 hours in total, including gearing up and getting to the glacier. You will be spending around 1.5 hours on the glacier. The meeting point is at Skaftafell Terminal by the main road. You can look up "Skaftafell Terminal" on Google Maps to find the exact location and driving directions.

  11. The Skaftafell Glacier Hike, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland

    Explore an Icelandic glacier with an adventurous and challenging approach on the Skaftafell Glacier Hike. Venture off the beaten path to explore ice caves, try ice climbing, photography, and enjoy a more wild experience on your tour in Vatnajökull National Park.

  12. Skaftafell 3-Hours Glacier Hike

    The temperature on the glacier is just a few degrees colder than at the Skaftafell Terminal, however much more windy due to a higher elevation. Find the weather information here. Feel free to contact Tröll customer service for any questions on [email protected] or call +354 519 5544. Wish you an unforgettable hike!

  13. Ultimate Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

    About Tour. This ultimate 5-hour long hike is the perfect way to explore the glaciers of Iceland. The glacier hike is operated on Fjalljokull Glacier, an outlet glacier of the biggest glacier in Europe - Vatnajokull. We will be using various methods and techniques ensuring that you get to encounter every single wonder that this glacier has to ...

  14. Skaftafell Ice Cave Tour & Glacier Hike

    Skaftafell Ice Cave Tour & Glacier Hike. On the day of your tour, meet your guide at the Skaftafell base, ... Vatnajökull is the largest glacier in Iceland and the largest in Europe outside of the Arctic, so hiking over it is a truly incredible experience. Explore the uneven terrain, marvelling at the different formations in the ice formed due ...

  15. Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike

    As the gateway to Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest glacier in Europe, Skaftafell treats you to awe-inspiring vistas of Iceland's towering ice-cloaked peaks, reaching heights of over 2,000 meters above your helmet. Prepare to tread the same icy paths as renowned actors like Pierce Brosnan and Matt Damon, who have graced this spectacular ...

  16. Glacier Tours in Skaftafell Iceland

    4X4 Drive. The outlet glaciers in Iceland are retreating, making it more difficult to reach them. We avoid the long 20-minute trek to the glacier by driving you as close to it as possible in our modified 4×4 truck. This way you will spend more time hiking on the ice, rather than hiking to it.

  17. Iceland Glacier Kayaking Tour 2024

    Hiking Tours in Skaftafell: Check out 59 reviews and photos of Viator's Glacier Kayaking Iceland. a Tripadvisor company Top Skaftafell activities. Explore by category ... Glacier Encounter in Iceland. 71. from $126.00. Likely to Sell Out. Skaftafell, East Iceland. Ice Cave Tour. 146. from $164.00.

  18. Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave Adventure & Glacier Hike

    Skaftafell is a beautiful nature reserve in south-east Iceland, filled with spectacular natural wonder. You will explore one of these wonders today in a tongue or the larger Vatnajökull. Your friendly guide will give you the equipment needed to scale the glacier, such as crampons, a helmet with headlamps, and an ice cave.

  19. Glacier Tours from Skaftafell in Vatnajokull National Park Iceland

    Half Day Glacier Hike from Skaftafell. On this half-day glacier hiking tour you get the chance to explore all that Icelandic glaciers have to offer in just 5 hours. Experience the cascading ice fall of Falljökul Glacier crashing down from the mighty Vatnajökull ice cap. ~5.5 hours. All year.

  20. Exploring Iceland's Glaciers

    Vatnajökull is the largest glacier in Iceland and one of the largest glaciers in Europe. Covering an area of approximately 7,900 km2 (3,100 sq mi), it dominates the southeastern part of Iceland. Within Vatnajökull National Park, you'll find many opportunities for glacier exploration, including guided ice cave tours, glacier hikes and even ...

  21. Discover Iceland's Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

    Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon is located on Iceland's south coast, an area that's home to many of the country's natural wonders. Between the towns of Vík and Höfn, the lagoon sits inside the borders of Vatnajökull National Park, an immense and spectacular wilderness area that is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

  22. Traveling to Iceland? Take relaxing dip in Blue Lagoon, explore ice

    Western Iceland is where you can find Snæfellsjökull National Park, home to the beautiful glacier. Snæfellsjökull was declared a national park in 2001 and is only one of three national parks ...