4.9 (681) · Skaftafell · By Icelandic Mountain Guides Free cancellation
Step into a world of ice on this guided glacier walk from Skaftafell. Explore a breathtaking outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, in a small group led by a certified guide. No experience needed — all gear is provided.
After meeting your guide in Skaftafell, you'll gear up and head onto the glacier, where you'll walk among towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and striking blue ice. Learn about glacial landscapes, volcanic forces, and how Iceland’s glaciers are formed and shaped.
This easy yet unforgettable adventure offers incredible photo opportunities, fascinating insights, and a safe way to experience one of Iceland’s most powerful natural wonders up close.
✓ Guided glacier hike on an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull✓ Certified glacier guide✓ All necessary glacier gear✕ Gratuities✕ Food and drinks✕ Hotel pickup and drop-off1 Skaftafell
Skaftafell
3 hours
· 3 h
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking.
Our Skaftafell Base Camp, a wooden sales lodge, is clearly visible by the bus parking lot and near the National Park Service Center.
Our Skaftafell Base Camp, a wooden sales lodge, is clearly visible by the bus parking lot and near the National Park Service Center.
Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure time.
Minimum age is 10 years.
Each adult may accompany only one child.
Please bring warm clothing, rain gear, gloves, and hiking boots.
Boots and rain gear can be rented on location.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Minimum age is 10 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring warm clothing, rain gear, gloves, and hiking boots. Boots and rain gear can be rented on location. Arrive 20 minutes before your tour starts. Dress in warm layers and bring waterproof outer gear. Sturdy hiking boots are essential; rentals are available. Gloves are recommended for comfort. Bring water and snacks, as food is not included. This tour is suitable for most fitness levels. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 23924P20
Activity offered by Icelandic Mountain Guides via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Adventurers Nature lovers Photographers Families with children aged 10 and above Explore an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. Guided by a certified and experienced glacier guide. All necessary glacier equipment provided. Suitable for beginners with no prior experience. Stunning ice formations, crevasses, and blue ice. Incredible photo opportunities.
Currency Icelandic króna
Official language Icelandic
Driving on the right
Power plugs C, F · 230 V
Emergency number 112
Capital city Reykjavík Average temperatures -1° Jan -1° Feb -1° Mar 1° Apr 3° May 6° Jun 8° Jul 7° Aug 5° Sept 2° Oct 0° Nov -1° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the minimum age for this tour? + The minimum age is 10 years old. Each adult can accompany only one child.
Do I need any prior experience to join the glacier hike? + No prior experience is needed. All necessary glacier gear is provided, and the hike is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What should I wear and bring for the glacier hike? + Please bring warm clothing, rain gear, gloves, and hiking boots. Boots and rain gear can be rented on location.
What happens if the weather is bad? + The tour will be cancelled in case of bad weather.
How can I get a full refund if I need to cancel? + You can get a full refund by cancelling at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Highly recommended!
joeltM8568EP, October 2026
Przemyslav was an excellent guide who told us information about the glaciers, and even shared local Icelandic folklore with us. The trip was an incredible experience and highly recommended for anyone who wants a taste of glacier hiking. All equipment was provided for, and we felt well taken care of throughout the entire experience.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Exciting experience! (:
weishant2022, October 2026
Przemyslav was a wonderful guide who shared his glacier hiking experience with so much enthusiasm! (: showed us around the diff features and he pronounced light refraction well! (:
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Awesome hike with Przemyslav
siowyu, October 2026
An amazing glacial hiking experience with Przemyslav! He was cheerful, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable, teaching us so many fascinating things about glaciers while bringing us to some really cool spots. He was also very attentive to everyone’s needs and made sure we were comfortable throughout the hike. Couldn’t have asked for a better guide; highly recommend him for a fantastic 5-star experience! - With love from Singapore!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great tour with fantastic guide Przemyslav
Chloechien, October 2026
Fun and interesting experience. Guide Przemyslav was very knowledgeable and made the tour very fun with interactive sessions and great photo spots
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Incredible tour on the Glacier!
alexmZ6208CG, October 2026
We had the tour booked for a Wednesday. But due to a major storm it got cancelled, the team made it right and rescheduled us for one the very next day and was very helpful with the process!
We then had a tour with Przemyslav/Poland. It was fantastic! He was very informative about how glaciers work and many different facts about the specific glacier we were on. He took us to see beautiful scenes, amazing crevasses, and lastly a huge hole that we safely dangled over with ropes secured to the ice!
Really glad we did this tour! The staff was great, our tour guide was great, and the Glacier was amazing. Would strongly recommend for everyone to go!
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