Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike

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Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike

About

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.

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.

Quick info

Duration
4 hours
Languages
English
Mobile ticket
Accepted

What's Included

Included

Glacier Equipment: harness, helmet, crampons, and ice axe

Other

Certified English-speaking glacier guide

Other

Free Parking

Other

Coffee and Chocolates

Other

Not Included

Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)

Other

Food and drinks

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

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

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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

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