Skaftafell Glacier Hike and Ice Climbing Adventure

Name: Skaftafell Glacier Hike and Ice Climbing Adventure
Brand: Viator
Price: 281 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (4 reviews)

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Discover the exhilarating world of ice climbing in Skaftafell, set within the stunning Vatnajökull National Park. This adventure takes you on a glacier hike where you can marvel at mesmerizing ice formations, including deep crevasses and water cauldrons. With an expert experienced guide, you’ll receive safety instructions and gear, including crampons and ice axes, before embarking on a journey over the glacier's blue ice. Perfect for adventurous travelers aged 14 and above, this tour promises a small group experience, ensuring personalized attention and ample time to enjoy the thrill of climbing.

- Duration: 4.5 hours with 3 hours on the ice - Small group sizes of 2 to 6 per guide for personalized experiences - All necessary glacier gear provided, including crampons and ice axes - Suitable for ages 14 and above with moderate difficulty level

Included

Safety equipment
Experienced and qualified guide
Glacier gear
Use of toilet facilities at our Basecamp
Coffee & Tee

Not included

Lunch

What you'll do

Join an unforgettable adventure on the Falljökull glacier in Skaftafell, part of Vatnajökull National Park
After meeting your certified guide and getting fitted with glacier gear (helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe), you’ll receive a safety briefing and learn basic glacier walking and climbing techniques. The tour begins with a scenic hike across the glacier, exploring dramatic ice formations like crevasses, moulins, and blue ice ridges. Along the way, your guide will share insights into the glacier’s history and geology. The highlight of the tour is a beginner-friendly ice climbing experience on a vertical ice wall. Under expert supervision, you’ll use ropes and ice tools to climb safely—no experience needed. This small-group tour lasts about 4 hours, with 3 hours on the ice, and is perfect for adventurous travelers with moderate fitness.

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

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

Good to know

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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