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Skaftafell Glacier Adventure

4 hours 30 minutesSoutheast IcelandMelrakki AdventuresFree cancellation on most tours

Skaftafell Glacier Adventure

Skaftafell Glacier Adventure is a 4 hours 30 minutes experience run by Melrakki Adventures in Southeast Iceland, from 23.400 ISK per person. If you want to hike further into the glacier than most of the other tours do. If you are hoping to get close to the ice fall of Falljökull, outlet glacier of Vatnajökull (the largest glacier in Europe).

23.400 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
4 hours 30 minutes
Season
All year
Difficulty
Moderate
Minimum age
12 years
Pickup
Not included
Region
Southeast Iceland
Travel by
Self-Drive
Operator
Melrakki Adventures

About this tour

If you want to hike further into the glacier than most of the other tours do. If you are hoping to get close to the ice fall of Falljökull, outlet glacier of Vatnajökull (the largest glacier in Europe). If you wish to have a breathtaking view over the crevasses. Then this is tour is made for you! We will drive you all the way to the glacier in our 4×4 truck, teach you how to put on crampons, how to use an ice axe and then we will guide you through the labyrinth of crevasses, moulins and water streams of the glacier. We are not gonna rush our way to the ice fall, so you will have time to get used to walking on the crampons. We will do many stops on the way to explain all about how glaciers are formed, about their history and also a little bit about the area of Skaftafell and Öræfi. Of course the guide will assist you with taking many photos from this adventure.

What’s included

  • Crampons, ice axe harness

What to bring

  • Hiking boots (Preferably with ankle support, can be rented on location for 1.000 ISK)
  • Clothing according to weather
  • Sun glasses
  • Small backpack with snacks/drinks

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Where it starts

Skaftafell

Meeting point: Skaftafell Terminal, Flugvallarvegur 5 , Öræfi

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Frequently
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How long is Skaftafell Glacier Adventure?
The tour runs about 4 hours 30 minutes.
When does Skaftafell Glacier Adventure operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 23.400 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 12 years old.