Tours in Skaftafell

Depart from the Glacier Lagoon-Jökulsárlón cafeteria on a 3-hour adventure where you will admire the spectacular spectrum of blue colors and nature's gems!

Come join a three-hour hike up an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, Europe's largest glacier, located in Skaftafell National Park. Experience the breathtaking natural scenery that has inspired dozens of filmmakers. You and your group of, at most, 12 people, will get the opportunity to explore the wilderness of the ice formations and crevasses under the guidance of a certified guide.

Ride in a Super Jeep, explore the deep blue tones of the crystal ice caves, walk on the glacier and even stand on the edge overlooking the biggest glacier wall in Iceland, sounds like a good plan? Then, join us on the Ice Cave Exploration Tour. Taking a journey through Iceland´s most beautiful natural treasures and get in touch with nature by seeing and feeling the ancient ice beneath your feet. Meeting time: 10.30 Departure time: 11.00 Group size is usually 8 people, if the group is larger than 8 people we add another guide to the tour.

Join this adventure to experience all the other-worldly features of a glacier. You will hike up an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, where you'll have the once in a lifetime opportunity to enter a blue ice cave - a rare natural phenomenon that can almost only be found in Iceland. Certified glacier guides will tell you all about ice formations and while keeping you safe at all times during this small-group tour from Skaftafell Nature Reserve.

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable and frozen adventure from Skaftafell National Park. This is the perfect opportunity for those who want to experience a long hiking adventure on Falljökull, "The Falling Glacier", part of Vantajökull, Europe's largest glacier. We will use different techniques to explore far into the glacier to make sure you let the ice fall amaze you and the breathtaking scenery leave you speechless.

This 3.5 hour small group glacier experience on one of Vatnajokull's outlet glaciers is the ultimate glacier experience. Accompanied by a certified glacier guide, explore all that this moving glacier has to offer. While enjoying the panoramic view of Vatnajokull Glacier and Skaftafell National Park your guide will be sharing interesting and informative information about the formation of glaciers. This adventure is perfect for those looking for easy hike on a glacier.

Experience this exciting hiking and ice caving adventure of the Vatnajökull Glacier in Skaftafell National Park! As you arrive at the park, you will meet your professional glacier guide who will lead the way to some of Vatnajökull Glacier‘s spectacular ice caves and tell you all there is to know about the area. This tour includes hiking for approximately 3 hours up on the glacier visiting multiple, relatively small ice caves along the way. You will be provided with crampons for walking on the ice as well as helmets and ice axes. Waterproof clothing and hiking boots are available for rent but it is highly recommend that you bring these items with you on the tour, also food and drinks are not included.

Please note that is is a demanding tour with 5 hours of hike. Getting to the Ice Cave is very challenging, but the reward is equally great! On this tour, you will go further than other glacier hiking tours go. You will traverse the Falljökull outlet glacier and visit a unique and natural ice cave, only accessible to those in the company of an experienced glacier guide. With a maximum group size of 8 participants, we can guarantee an amazing and personal experience on the glacier. The tour begins at Skaftafell Base Camp where you will board the Glacier Bus, taking you to the glacier terminal face. You will be fitted with all necessary glacier gear, free of charge. After a short hike to the edge of the glacier, you start your way traversing the magnificent glacier tongue, full of deep crevasses, amazing ice formations and deep water cauldrons. When you reach the cave, you will have enough time to get all the photos you want, before you head back over the glacier to the bus.

• Certified guides Our guides have certification from AIMG (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides). • Small groups The group size for our trips never exceeds 8 people. • 4x4 drive We will drive you all the way to the glacier. That means more time we can spend on ice. • Evening departure (June - August) If you want to avoid the crowds join us for our evening tour and enjoy the complete silence.

This unique tour gives you the opportunity to hike on an outlet glacier as well as climbing the ice walls. You will start with exploring the ice formations of the glacier and the moulins, then experience the amazing feeling of climbing a beautiful blue ice wall. For everyone, from first-timers to more experienced climbers, our expert guides will make this tour an adventure to remember. Max group size 6 people.

On this thrilling day excursion, you'll have the opportunity to discover the naturally occurring ice caves and ice tunnels within a picturesque outlet glacier. These ice caves become accessible for exploration when the meltwater beneath the glacier freezes or diverts, leaving behind these remarkable ice tunnels. As your guide leads you across the icy terrain during your glacier hike, you'll gain insights into the formation of these ice features. Inside the ice caves, you'll have ample time to capture photographs of the awe-inspiring surroundings. The mesmerizing blend of melting ice, vibrant blue hues, and the serene ambiance within the cave contributes to the glacier's remarkable appeal. Following your exploration of the ice cave. Your guide will then accompany you through the ever-changing glacial landscape, including its crevasses. The journey culminates with a captivating view of a lowland, sandy beach by the distant Atlantic Ocean.

Our best seller Ice Cave Tour! A short tour that allows you to experience the stunning blue caves of Vatnajökull, the biggest glacier in Europe. On this tour we venture to one of the more accessible ice caves for an encounter with ancient blue ice. The conditions of the ice caves are constantly changing. During the warmer summer months the ice caves are being formed by melted glacier water. In autumn each year we start looking for ice caves. Being a local company, we began searching for ice caves in 90’s and our speciality is finding the very best ice cave available. The Ice Cave Tour is our easy option, as our trusted super jeeps take us very close to the ice cave, meaning minimal walking. This trip suits most people and is perfect if you have a packed schedule or if you are worried about arctic winter weather. The super jeep journey to reach the cave is an adventure on its own. Once we reach our destination you will have time to experience a beautiful blue Ice Cave!

• Certified guides Our guides have certification from AIMG (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides). • Small groups The group size for our trips never exceeds 8 people. • 4x4 drive We will drive you all the way to the glacier. That means more time we can spend on ice. • Evening departure (June - August) If you want to avoid the crowds join us for our evening tour and enjoy the complete silence.

A 5 hour glacier hiking adventure with a certified glacier guide. Hike on one of the outlet glacier connected to the massive Vatnajokull glacier, while your certified glacier guide will provide you with interesting information about the formation and history of the glacier. The Tour is operated in a small group setting guaranteeing personalized experience.

This is one of our most photogenic tours. We fly over the coastline and Skeiðarársandur, a vast plain of black sand and ash covered with numerous small rivulets. It spans the entire range between the glacier and the sea. From there we fly over Skeiðarárjökull, a massive outlet glacier draining south from Iceland´s largest ice cap Vatnajökull.

The Glacier Discovery tour takes you on a journey towards a majestic glacier ice fall. After a short 4x4 super-jeep drive that brings us very close to the glacier, we will put our crampons on, arm ourselves with ice axes and start our hike up the glacier. The tour is designed for those looking for an in depth glacier hike in Iceland. During this glacier hike your guide will teach you about the geology, geography and history of the local area, as well as pointing out some of the fascinating features of the ice. The glacier surface and colour changes constantly depending on the time of year and features such as Moulins, glacier cones and crevasses come and go. The landscape is one of constant motion, but one thing never changes; what an incredible experience it is to go glacier hiking in Iceland.

On this adventurous, small-group, glacier hike from Skaftafell - Vatnajökull National Park, you'll explore the majestic glacial landscape of one of Vatnajökull outlet glaciers. You will be provided with crampons and ice axes, and an experienced, certified glacier guide will teach you how to use the equipment before you step on to the ice. During your 4-hour tour, you will hike through a wonderland of ice sculptures and deep crevasses, traversing zones of different glacial formations. The tour is of moderate difficulty, and to ensure a personal experience, groups are limited to 8 participants. Choose from the following departure times when booking: 9am, 9:30am, 1pm, and 1:30pm.

Explore a spectacular outlet glacier of Vatnajökull on this family-friendly 3-hour glacier group tour, limited to 15 people. Your certified glacier guide will provide you with crampons and ice axes and ensure you are informed on their use before stepping onto the ice. During your tour, learn about the behavior and history of the glacier while your guide safely leads you through an icy wonderland with deep crevasses, narrow ridges, and ice sculptures. Due to its nearby location, expect to spend up to 2 full hours on the ice. This glacier walk is an easy excursion and requires no prior experience to enjoy.

This is the ultimate sightseeing flight from Skaftafell, taking you over Landmannalaugar, Vatnajökull glacier, Grímsvötn eruption site, Lakagígar and more.

Experience the freedom of floating in between icebergs on a glacier lagoon in Vatnajökull National Park. The Glacier Kayaking Iceland tour will invite you onto a glacier lagoon to experience paddling amongst ancient glacier icebergs that were created centuries ago on the top of Icelands largest volcano!

On this adventurous day, you will hike beyond the crowds to explore further reaches of an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull. •Lowest guest to guide ratio (4:1) on the market, meaning we can deliver high quality adventures. •You'll venture through more difficult routes than typical tours and get into areas that larger groups cannot. •You'll be informed on the surrounding nature and landscape formation by experienced and knowledgeable guides. You'll be sure to have a newfound love of glaciers.

Experience this magnificent full-day tour of the wonders of Iceland’s south coast, including Jokulsarlon, the deep glacial lagoon and surreal place that will take your breath away. Take an hour boat ride through the lagoon to sail between icebergs of all shapes and sizes at the foot of Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier. Visit the South Coast’s main attractions, such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, and stroll along the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara and Diamond Beach.

Join the full-day tour to Lakagigar craters in Vatnajokull National Park. These super jeeps are specially modified in Iceland to be able to deal with the tough surroundings in the highlands and on glaciers. The main focus is on individuals on these guided small-group tours with a maximum of 12 passengers. The super jeep has heating and air conditioning. Relax and enjoy the mountain view while your local driver guide gives you informative comments about the history and geology of Lakagígar. You can hike on top of the Mountain Laki, which is in the middle of the row of craters and enjoy the magnificent view. Among other places you will stop to see includes Tjarnargigur crater, Fagrifoss waterfall (means literally beautiful waterfall), and you will explore the breathtaking Fjadrargljufur Canyon.

Explore Iceland's incredible glaciers with our most popular glacier hiking tour. This tour is perfect for those looking for a quick introduction to glacier hiking in Iceland. Our super jeep brings us all the way to the edge of the glacier. After a short hike to reach the ice, your guide will show you how to use your crampons and ice axe. We will spend an hour hiking and exploring the stunning Falljökull glacier, famous for its incredibly gorgeous icefall. Your guide will tell you plenty of stories about the glacier, its ice features and the scenic valley, which is surrounded by the highest mountain peaks in Iceland!