The original glacier walk, operating since 1994. The perfect option for a family adventure. Discover why glacier walks are one of the most popular outdoor activities in Iceland.
Tour code: SKF21
During this easy Glacier Walk, you will explore a stunning outlet glacier in Skaftafell. This icy giant is a breathtaking outlet glacier that extends from the mighty Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe.
Your adventure starts off with meeting your certified and experienced glacier guide in Skaftafell. Your guide will instruct you on how to use the basic and required glacier equipment that we provide, like crampons and an ice axe. Once you step onto the ice field it will feel as if you have been transported to an icy, foreign planet.
As you walk through a wonderland of glacial ice sculptures, ice ridges and deep crevasses on the glacier, you will witness stunning scenery as far as the eye can see. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this glacial wonderland in person.
*The Skaftafell parking lot fee is not included in the tour price.
English
Up to 15 per guide
1.5 - 2 hrs
Skaftafell Base (20 min. prior to departure)
Our Skaftafell Base Camp is located on the campsite, close to the visitor center.
Moderate
Accessible to all those in good health, who are doing some sport regularly, and who are used to all-terrain walks. 4-6 hours walk per day, without much carrying.
All-year
3.5 hours
10 yrs
Your Glacier Walk kicks off with meeting your certified glacier guide at the Skaftafell Base next to the visitor center in Skaftafell.
After meeting your group, you will be provided with an ice axe, crampons and a harness. At the edge of the glacier, your guide will give you a short safety briefing.
On the glacier, you will experience a stunning wonderland of ice. The tour ends at the original meeting point.
Driving time
From Reykjavík: 5 hrs
From Vík: 2.5 hrs
From Höfn: 1.5 - 2 hrs
GPS point for Skaftafell
N 64.016217
W 16.966664
Our Welcome Centre in Skaftafell is located in the heart of the camping site, right next to the service centre.
The park is by the end of road no. 998 that branches off the main road no. 1
Please be there 20 min before the departure of your tour.
From time to time we send updates about new routes
Sólheimajökull is in the south and is closer to Reykjavik, Skaftafell is in the south east and much farther away. The tours we offer on both locations are very similar, only operated on different glaciers so you can choose the one that best fits your travel schedule.
