Glacier Hike: Explore Falljökull's Icy Wonders

Embark on an extended glacier hiking journey led by a certified glacier guide. Explore Falljökull, a prominent outlet glacier of the majestic Vatnajokull glacier, Iceland’s largest glacier! The certified guide will share fascinating insights into the glacier’s formation and history.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Skaftafell - This extended glacier hike leads participants to Falljökull, one of the outlets of the impressive Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. The hike follows a trail of blue ice and striking formations, surrounded by a dynamic landscape sculpted by the glacier. Friendly and knowledgeable guides accompany participants throughout the…
What's Included
  • 4x4 bus transport from Skaftafell to the foot of the glacier
  • Certified glacier guide
  • Small group guarantee
  • Professional glacier gear (crampons, ice pick, helmet, harness)
  • Expertly guided glacier hike on Falljökull
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Sturdy hiking boots are required for this tour (available to rent for a fee if needed)
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 14 years old and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
  • Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent)
  • Please dress in layers and wear warm, waterproof clothing.
  • Note that waterproof pants, waterproof jacket and hiking boots can be rented at the meeting point for a small fee.
  • We provide all safety gear. Please note that…
Location
Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp)
The tour departs from the Arctic Adventures Booking Hut, located on the parking lot of Skaftafell National Park. Skaftafell National Park is located just off of the main ring road, on road #998. Skaftafell is approximately 4.5-5 hours east of Reykjavik and 1.5 hours west of Höfn.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Voyage259583
May 15, 2026
Amazing experience - This was a great time for my wife and myself! Dom was an amazing guide through the glacier.
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C9604lxnoeld
May 2, 2026
Amazing walk on the glacier - We did the "Arctic Adventures: Glacier Explorer" tour and it was amazing. We booked last minute (night before the tour) to make sure we have sunny weather and it turned out to be amazing. Our guide, Kevin, was really caring for everyone to have a good time and went the extra mile to make sure we can see more of the glacier. We had a wonderful time, thank you for guiding us!
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D5009rfgl
Apr 17, 2026
Fantastic - Everything is perfect. We had an extra guide that took us through the glacier and explained how it works, erosion and the impact of global warming. Beautiful excursion by its landscapes, magical by the life of the glacier and informative.
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Sleshnyc
Apr 4, 2026
Amazing hike with a great guide - Absolutely amazing. Our guide Christian was incredible. This is a good all day hike and you have to be in decent shape but man is it worth it. If you can only do one do this. Don’t do the ice caves. It sucked.
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Kassidym469
Mar 31, 2026
Great glacier tour with Arctic Adventures! - Amazing tour! Our tour guides Vero and a gentlemen (blanked on his name, sorry!) were absolutely amazing working together to keep the group safe while having fun. They found some crevasses and caves for us to explore and were extremely knowledgeable of the history surround Iceland and the glacier. Highly recommend!
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Roselv7950re
Mar 28, 2026
Unimaginable beauty.....Extraordinary experience! An absolute MUST DO! - This was one of the most extraordinary moments in my life thus far. Jergus was our fearless guide and he was amazing. I really cannot express adequately how incredible he was. He was extremely upbeat, kept everyone motivated and positive and extended support and amazing kindness to all. We experienced two ice caves within the glacier, repelling a bit, learning to climb with the toe spike (don't remember the technical term) of the crampon, walk within the serac, and climb much higher onto the glacier than expected (full five hour hike). I felt like I was truly within an ice castle from Disney's Frozen. The group size is small and our individual group was fantastic! Hands down the best experience of Iceland and one of my top from all of my travel experiences combined!!
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424aggelosm
Mar 25, 2026
Amazing day on the Glacier - What an amazing day on the Glacier! Vero was perfect! Probably the best glacier guide we could ever had!
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833mikei
Feb 19, 2026
Glacier trekking - Our guide Iga made us live an extraordinary moment! She knew how to communicate all her love for this place with passion and enthusiasm and her explanations/advice/warnings were crystal clear! Thanks again Iga for this wonderful discovery ❤️
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Seattle411
Feb 17, 2026
Amazing experience - We did the full day glacier hike / southern loop tour. Fantastic. Rebecca is an amazing guide! Great insights about Iceland, funny - made for a great day! Our northern lights tour was rescheduled to the night of this tour and she even made sure we made it back in time. Glacier hike leaders also great, knowledgeable. Will book again!
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X6702richrisb
Jan 13, 2026
Brilliant trip - The Driver was on time and great, brilliant knowledge of the areas passing and going too. The black beach, waterfalls and glacial hike were all amazing. The hike guides were brilliant also. What an amazing experience.
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From $165
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).