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Skaftafell Glacier Hike & Natural Ice Cave Tour 20% OFF

Location Skaftafell, East Iceland, Iceland, Europe
$128
$160
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The picturesque outlet glacier offers thrilling excursions featuring naturally occurring ice caves and ice tunnels. Guided hikes across the icy terrain provide fascinating insights into the formation of these stunning features.

  • 🧊 Ample time inside the ice caves allows for incredible photography of vibrant blue hues and a serene ambiance.
  • 🚶‍♂️ An expert guide will lead you through the glacier's ever-changing landscape, including its fascinating crevasses.
  • 🏖️ The journey concludes with a captivating view of a lowland, sandy beach by the distant Atlantic Ocean.
  • 🧗‍♂️ Essential glacier equipment such as ice axes, ice spikes, and helmets will be provided for your safety and enjoyment.
  • 🍪 Snacks are included to keep you energized during this exciting adventure.
  • 🧥 Warm clothing and hiking boots are part of the gear provided to ensure your comfort in icy conditions.
  • ☔ Rain gear is also included to keep you dry throughout the hike.
  • 🌍 Suitable for all physical fitness levels, making it accessible for various adventurers.
  • 👩‍🏫 An experienced and qualified guide will enhance your understanding of the glacier's unique features.
  • 🕒 This tour lasts approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, ensuring a comprehensive glacier experience.

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Glacier Hike & Ice Cave
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

  • Safety equipment, including helmet
  • Vehicle transfer between the meeting point and glacier
  • Glacier equipment, including crampons and ice axe
  • Certified and experienced glacier guide
  • Snacks
  • Warm clothing
  • Hiking boots
  • Rain gear

Meeting point
The meeting point is at the Icelandic Mountain Guides Base Camp, located next to the visitor centre in Skaftafell. Please be there 20 minutes before departure.
Return details
The meeting point is at the Icelandic Mountain Guides Base Camp, located next to the visitor centre in Skaftafell. Please be there 20 minutes before departure.

Meet your certified glacier guide at our Skaftafell meeting point and gear up with the necessary glacier equipment, including crampons, a helmet and an ice axe. Before setting off, your guide will give you a safety briefing and explain how to use the equipment and move safely on the ice.

Once ready, travel by vehicle with your group to the glacier. Step onto the ice and begin your guided glacier hike through an ever-changing landscape of crevasses, ridges and other natural ice formations.

Along the way, learn how glaciers form, move and change while taking in the dramatic scenery surrounding Skaftafell. Enjoy plenty of time to take photos, admire the surrounding mountains and experience the scale and beauty of one of Iceland’s spectacular glacier landscapes.

Explore a naturally formed ice cave, tunnel or other accessible ice formation, where you can see the textures, layers and colors of glacial ice up close and stop for photos.

As the glacier is constantly changing, the route and ice formation visited depend on conditions and safety on the day.

After your glacier exploration, return to the vehicle for the transfer back to the meeting point in Skaftafell.

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 10 years old
  • Each adult may accompany a maximum of one youth
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Skaftafell Glacier Hike & Natural Ice Cave Tour 20% OFF

    Location Skaftafell, East Iceland, Iceland, Europe
    $128
    $160
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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