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Most Popular Glacier Hike
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Skaftafell Glacier Hike in Vatnajokull National Park

48 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Step your way through the icy world of the legendary Vatnajokull for phenomenal views of Europe's largest glacier. Explore breathtaking ice formations, tall snowy peaks of the surrounding national park, and the best of Iceland's frozen nature.

3 hours Medium
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We didn’t know what to expect. This tour was worth it. We learned a good amount about the glaciers and, sadly, about how they are disappearing. The hiking was easy and the views were fabulous.

Mary A. 14 Aug 2019
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79 $
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Skaftafell Ice Cave

available for 10 Dec 2021

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5.5 hours Medium
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161 $
Ice Climb on a Glacier
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Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike on Vatnajokull Glacier, from Skaftafell

18 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Stride across the icy expanse of the Vatnajokull Glacier and climb up frozen formations. Hike and ice climb your way through Iceland's dazzling frosty landscape.

4 hours Medium
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147 $
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5-hour Glacier Hiking Adventure in Skaftafell National Park

27 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Discover the astonishing icy landscape of Skaftafell National Park on a dynamic glacier hike. Extend your time out on the frozen sheets of white and blue for an active adventure.

5 hours Advanced
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119 $
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1 adventure
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6 adventures
Winter best-seller
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Blue Ice Cave Adventure & Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

24 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Hike into a whole blue world. The ice caves of the Vatnajokull Glacier offer a mesmerizing trip through Iceland's frozen natural wonders.

4 hours Medium
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It was the most fantastic time in Iceland. I would like to recommend this activites to others. Thank you very much.

eunyoung J. 2 Jan 2019
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112 $
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Skaftafell Glacier Walk through Vatnajokull National Park

20 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Wander a glacier wonderland of blue ice on a part of the largest glacier in Iceland and Europe. Admire the alluring beauty of the mountainous Skaftafell wilderness area within the Vatnajokull National Park.

3 hours Easy
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102 $
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Blue Ice Cave Exploration & Glacier Hiking in Skaftafell

20 spots available for 9 Dec 2021

Step through a maze of ice tunnels in shades of pure blue. Explore this natural phenomenon in the Skaftafell wilderness area with wide eyes as you take in the unique beauty around you.

4 hours Easy
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112 $

Why to visit Skaftafell

The Skaftafell Nature Reserve is located within the Vatnajokull National Park on the eastern edge of Iceland. With huge glaciers, mountains, and waterfalls, a day in Skaftafell brings its own diverse adventure.

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