Skaftafell Adventure Tour: Explore the Falling Glacier at Europe's Largest Park

Embark on an unforgettable frozen adventure at Skaftafell National Park. Explore the Falling Glacier, part of Europe’s largest glacier, and be amazed by the ice and breathtaking scenery.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Skaftafell Terminal - Tour Center - Begin your adventure with a brief 10-minute journey on the renowned “Tröll Bus,” leading you to the glacier where a short hike to the ice cap awaits. Upon arrival, your guide will instruct you on gearing up and the safest techniques for traversing the glacial surface. Once equipped with crampons and all…
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Coffee and Chocolates
  • All safety gear for glacier hike
  • All activities
What's Not Included
  • Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
  • Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
  • Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
Additional Information

Get ready for a memorable and icy adventure within the boundaries of Skaftafell National Park. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking a lengthy hiking excursion on Falljökull, also known as ‘The Falling Glacier’, a segment of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. We’ll employ various methods to journey deep into the glacier, ensuring…

Location
Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell
Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell on Maps. Driving time from Reykjavik is around 4 hours and a half in good weather conditions.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Daydream32395366853
Feb 12, 2026
Amazing experience! Thank you, Camino! - We took the 5-hour glacier hike with Camino, and it was the highlight of our trip. The hike was challenging for me; I fell several times and seriously considered turning back. However, Camino was incredibly patient and encouraged us to push through. Without her, we would have missed out on the spectacular views at the top. Highly recommended!
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Benedettapoli96
Jan 16, 2026
Fantastic!! - Beautiful, the guide Hajnal was very good, he explained the history of the glacier. He left us time to take pictures and enjoy the wonder of this place! Truly unique!
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Edwinal488
Sep 4, 2025
5 hour Glacier Hike 😍 - First ever glacier hike — 5 hours on the ice and I survived! 🥶😂 Huge shoutout to our amazing guide Stella 💙 She was so passionate and patient, helping beginners like me every step of the way. She even used her ice axe to make little paths so we could walk easier. Plus, she showed us stunning views that made every slip and wobble worth it. 10/10 would do it again! ⛰️✨
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733mariv_m
Aug 15, 2025
Amazing experience - A magnificent experience in an amazing setting. Our guide (from the Czech Republic) very attentive, helpful, nice, providing interesting explanations of the place
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Jacob_m
Aug 10, 2025
We had a super fun time... - We had a super fun time with Troll on the 5 hour glacier hike on Skaftafell! Ana was an excellent guide and we had such a fun group (8 of us) that we really clicked with. Each group started together on the mountain and ended up going different routes, so it made it feel more private than being on a huge tour with other tourists. When you arrive to Troll it's a bit unclear what you're supposed to do- make sure you arrive early to get fitted with crampons and gear, and use the bathroom before you leave! It's a quick bus ride to the drop site, then a 20 minute walk or so from the car park up to the trailhead (feels way longer on the way back)! The pace was doable and despite never having hiked with crampons on ice before, we felt comfortable and safe the entire trip. Do not skip this tour- you're shorting yourself by taking the shorter hike!! The glacier is incredible. Make sure to wear layers since it can get pretty warm hiking up!
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Caromick
Jul 24, 2025
Glacier hike - Exceptional hike with all the appropriate explanations. Clear weather for us and we climbed very high. 6.5 kms with 400 ascent. Thank you Anna it was impeccable. 👍🏼
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Samansa_1319
Jul 17, 2025
Experience was amazing - From start to finish this experience was amazing! Everything was nicely organized and planned out. The tour guide was very informative and kind. We had a breathtaking experience and would recommend to others!
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Cruiser27403695323
Jul 8, 2025
Impressive, highly recommended if you visit Skaftafel! - I can absolutely recommend the 5 hour glacier tour. You go a lot higher than at the 3 hour trip and that makes it extra special. You have a beautiful view over the many crevices and the exceptional shapes of the ice. Our guide Filip did an excellent job: he had an eye for each participant and knew how to tell fascinating stories. Highly recommended!
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Robert_s
Sep 17, 2025
Our original 5 hour tour... - Our original 5 hour tour was scheduled for the prior day but was cancelled by high winds. Although, we ended up rebooking it the back office was unresponsive for several hours resulting considerable uncertainty on our part as to how to re-arrange our remaining plans. In the end it was all fixed to our satisfaction. Ana, our tour guide, was great and helped my wife with the descent when her ankle acted up. Experiencing the glacier up close made for a very memorable experience.
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Camille_h
Dec 2, 2025
Wind is not my friend - Cancelled because of high winds. I will have to come back again in the months of May, June or July. Thanks
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up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).