Skaftafell Ice Climbing
Ice climb on a stunning outlet glacier in Vatnajökull National Park and enjoy the spectacular scenery in Skaftafell. Please note: This is a fixed priced private group tour for up to 4 passengers. Please feel free to contact our sales office if you have request for group larger than 4 passengers.
Tour code: SKFP24
The Perfect Playground for Ice Climbers Of All Levels
Glaciers, with their many ridges, deep crevasses, various shapes and heights of ice walls makes it an ideal playground for ice climbing. Whether you are a complete beginner looking for an adventure or an experienced ice climber wanting to improve your technique, the glacier has everything you are looking for. After being fitted with the required ice climbing equipment that we provide, your highly trained guide will give you a safety briefing. While walking to the wall to that you will climb that day, you will witness the splendid features of an icy landscape. With only 4 passengers per guide, we are able to adjust the difficulty level to each person for a fun, safe and adventurous experience. This is a great tour with spectacular sceneries viewed from a different angle. Don’t forget your camera, you will want to share this experience with your friends and family!
*Due to safety reasons, we are currently not operating glacier tours on Svínafellsjökull glacier. Other beautiful glacier outlets will be explored in the meantime.
*The Skaftafell parking lot fee is not included in the tour price.
Tour Overview
Difficulty
Moderate
Moderate Difficulty
Accessible to all those in good health, who are doing some sport regularly and who are used to all-terrain walks. 2-6 hours walking per day, without much carrying.
Availability
Jun - Aug
Duration
5 hrs
Meeting Point
Icelandic Mountain Guides Sales Lodge in Skaftafell (next to the National Park Visitor Center)
Group Size
1 - 4 per guide
On the ice
4 hrs
- 14
Minimum age
14 yrs and a minimum shoe size of European 34 (U.S. - 2.5)
Language
English
Customer Reviews
The Guides were very good, very knowledgeable and very friendly. We were provided with all the gear at no extra cost and they made sure that the groups were comfortable & safe during the hike. My wife and 11 year old daughter did the glacier hike and they loved every minute of it and spoke very highly of the knowledge passed on and the attention they paid. I did the Iceclimbing and enjoyed it fully. Most importantly they (the guides) are very concerned of our safety and the natural damage that i done to the glacier.
Tour Highlights
Suitable for all Skill Levels
Emphasis on Technique
The Ice Walls of an outlet glacier
Breathtaking Surroundings
Included
- Experienced and qualified guide
- Glacier gear
- Safety equipment
Not Included
- Rain gear
- Hiking boots
- Warm clothing
- Lunch
Optional Extras
- Rain gear (jacket and pants)
- Hiking boots