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Skaftafell Adventure Tour - 5-Hour Expedition

4.9
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About

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.

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.

Quick info

Duration
5 hours
Languages
English
Mobile ticket
Accepted

What's Included

Included

Professional guide

Other

Coffee and Chocolates

Other

All safety gear for glacier hike

Other

All activities

Other

Not Included

Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)

Other

Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)

Other

Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)

Other

Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)

Other

Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)

Other

Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)

Other

Food and drinks

Other

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas

Other

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell on Maps. Driving time from Reykjavik is around 4 hours and a half in good weather conditions.

End point

Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell on Maps. Driving time from Reykjavik is around 4 hours and a half in good weather conditions.

Additional Information

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Dress according to weather

Good to have energy snacks

Available Languages

English

Cancellation Policy

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

Refund Schedule

1+ days before
100% refund
Within 1 days
0% refund
Cancellation possible due to bad weather

Reviews

4.9
201 reviews

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