Skaftafell Glacier Hike: Explore Vatnajökull, Europe's Largest Glacier, in a Small Group Tour

Embark on a thrilling small group tour to Skaftafell National Park and hike up Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Explore stunning ice formations and crevasses with a certified guide.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell - Vatnajökull stands as Europe’s largest glacier and hosts Iceland’s highest mountain range, including the country’s tallest peak, Hvannadalshnúkur. On this glacier walk, participants will discover stunning ice formations and moulins, gaining insights into glacier formation and their dynamic nature.
What's Included
  • Small Group (14 Participants Max)
  • Short Drive to the Glacier Outlet
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • All the Necessary Glacier Equipment: Helmets, Harness, and Ice Axe
  • Coffee and Chocolates
What's Not Included
  • Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
  • Food and drinks
  • 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)
Additional Information

Embark on a three-hour trek up a section of Vatnajökull glacier, the largest glacier in Europe, nestled in Skaftafell National Park. Take in the awe-inspiring natural landscapes that have sparked the imagination of countless filmmakers. Along with a group of up to 12 individuals, you’ll have the chance to traverse the untamed beauty of the ice…

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.

Customer Ratings
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304nadinej
Apr 20, 2026
Amazing Family Adventure on Skaftafell Glacier - We had an amazing glacier expedition at Skaftafell—extremely well supervised and perfectly organized from start to finish. The team was always available beforehand to answer all our questions, which made us feel very confident going in. A special mention to Laura, our guide this morning—she was fantastic: attentive, professional, and great with our two children. We felt safe at all times. Troll.is is a very serious and professional company—you can book with your eyes closed, even with kids. Thank you Laura for this unforgettable experience, and thank you Troll.is for such great organization!
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Alepittaccio
Mar 17, 2026
Crazy hike - Saule and Thomas were amazing, a wonderful experience!!
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G5077pgoliviab
Mar 13, 2026
Gave us chills! - Excellent experience, we had an amazing tour guide Marco who taught us all about the glacier and took us on a great tour to see the crevasses, it gave us chills!
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Evie_k
Mar 7, 2026
Would 100% recommend - Amazing experience. Our guide was friendly and safe and took some nice photos of us. A lifetime experience!
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Tabitha_b
Sep 28, 2025
Excellent Guide and beautiful experience - We were lucky enough to be led by Erin who was very helpful and friendly. She made sure everyone was having a good time and was safe throughout the experience. We thought it was a great time but you should be aware that there is a lengthy walk to get to the glacier and then back to the tour bus so roughly half of your time or maybe more is not actually spent on the glacier. There was an area closer to the glacier that some groups parked at but it appeared our bus was too large to park there so we had to do a much longer walk. The equipment provided was great and instructions on how to use it were clear. Would recommend.
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Jontomek
Sep 15, 2025
Great Excursion for all abilities! - Great Experience and just a great day on the glacier and Anna was a great guide. Highly recommend her if you can request guides we highly recommend on doing this excursion since in the next 25 to 50 years the glacier may be gone half of what it is today.
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Lakshay_k
Sep 13, 2025
Great Experience - Great experience, very well organised, looking forward to doing this again. Easy to book, pay and reach meeting point
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Stingrea28
Sep 2, 2025
Highlight of Highlight of My Trip – Johan and Troll.is Are Incredible! - I’ve been lucky enough to travel to some amazing places, but my experience with Troll.is easily stands out as the absolute highlight of my trip to Iceland. Everything about this tour was seamless and well-organized, but what truly made it unforgettable was our guide, Johan. From the very first moment, Johan set the tone with his energy, humor, and passion. He’s one of those rare guides who can make you laugh one second and then captivate you with history, folklore, or fascinating insights the next. He clearly loves Iceland and knows it inside and out, but what impressed me most was how much he cared about everyone in the group. He was always checking in, making sure people were comfortable, safe, and getting the most out of the experience. Professionalism is often talked about, but Johan embodied it. Whether it was explaining safety steps clearly, answering every question with patience, or taking the time to personalize the experience for us, he struck the perfect balance of fun and responsibility. He made sure no one felt rushed and that we truly had time to soak in the beauty of the places we visited. The landscapes and sights were breathtaking on their own, but Johan elevated them by bringing context, humor, and storytelling that made it all come alive. It felt like traveling with a friend who also happened to be an expert guide, and that combination is rare and special. If you’re considering a tour with Troll.is, do it. And if you’re lucky enough to get Johan as your guide, you’re in for something even more extraordinary. I cannot recommend this experience enough — it was the main highlight of my trip to Iceland and one I’ll be telling people about for years. Thank you, Troll.is, and thank you, Johan, for giving me memories I’ll carry forever!
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Roymartin99
Sep 17, 2025
Disappointed by the monitor's ungainly attitude - We went on a little glacier tour. My experience was negative because of the attitude of the monitor. An apparently American red-haired girl who I think was named Helen or Herren. He never smiled or inspired the group. Making the route very monotonous and boring. In such a simple activity the attitude of the monitor is everything. End up disappointed.
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Stellalm7636sm
Oct 31, 2025
Terrible - This company advertised a 3-hour glacier tour, but it only lasted about 2 hours. It was not due to weather — the guide ended early without explanation. None of my follow-up messages were answered. Very disappointing and misleading experience. I wouldn’t recommend this operator.
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From $114
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).