Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike
1.Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike
Walk Falljökull Glacier and enter a blue ice cave near Skaftafell with a small-group guide, free parking, and gear included for $165.
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Walk Falljökull Glacier and enter a blue ice cave near Skaftafell with a small-group guide, free parking, and gear included for $165.
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“Such an amazing time seeing the south coast and hiking a glacier! Our guide, Bessi, made it so enjoyable, giving us random facts of Iceland, explaining everything we were seeing, giving us some laughs throughout our trip and overall made it so relaxing, fun, and safe. I was intimidated by the thought of hiking the…”
Hike Sólheimajökull’s blue ice crevasses with crampons and an expert guide. Beginner-friendly, plus South Coast waterfalls and black sand.
“Shorter walk than expected, but the guide (Tin, if I spelled correctly) was super and made the experience great.”
Hike Sólheimajökull with crampons and expert guidance, seeing crevasses, moulins, and a glacier lagoon in small groups.
“The tour was described as "easy," but that is clearly a relative term. I would describe it as "moderate." It was a challenge for me, physically and mentally. I truly didn't think I could do it and about half way through, I wanted to stop and just wait while my group finished. Our guide encouraged…”
Beginner-friendly glacier hike on Falljökull with crampons, blue ice, and expert safety coaching in a small-group Vatnajökull adventure.
“Glacier hiking is once in a life time experience!!! The view was out of the world. Equipments such as crampons, ice hammer, and helmets were provided. Tour guides checked if your hiking boots were compatible with the crampons. If not, you could rent boots. They also had waterproof jackets for rent. However, the weather was…”
Glacier hike on Sólheimajökull plus Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, and Seljalandsfoss from Reykjavik, with small groups and included gear.
“I loved a lot the hike in the Glacier and I would like to spend more time there. But the glacier was really beautiful and ice has so many colors. Skogafoss waterfall was beautiful and it was nice to have time to get up to the top with over 400 stairs. Black sand beach waves…”
Small-group south coast day from Reykjavik with a Sólheimajökull glacier hike, waterfalls, and black-sand beach. Gear included.
“Go! Its an amazing trip I loved every sexond of it You see black sand, walking on Glaicier is rather easy”
A 3-hour small-group hike on Sólheimajökull glacier near Vik with crampons, an ice axe, and expert guides.
“The whole experience was amazing. The views are incredible and our guide Oscar was very good. Would highly recommend”
Guided south coast day from Reykjavik with a glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara black sand beach.
“When I decided that I wanted to hike a glacier for my birthday I started my rigorous search for the best company and landed on “Glaciers and Waterfalls” and the reviews were spot on. Our guide “ Ignacio” was INCREDIBLE! The perfect balance of funny, informative, and quiet (allowing us to either rest or take…”
Explore a real blue ice cave and hike Falljökull Glacier with a small group, pro safety gear, and off-road transport from Skaftafell.
“The activity was wonderful! We first got out gear, and then went on a bus to the glacier itself. The experience was amazing, and I felt extremely safe with the guide. Would definitely recommend!”
South Coast icons plus a glacier walk on Sólheimajökull. Small group, safety gear included, and time for waterfalls, black sand, and photos.
“The glacier hike was definitely the highlight of the trip, paired with a very friendly guide I cannot fault the excursion one bit. Michael is easily the best guide we’ve had in our entire trip. He was very knowledgable and very nice and would highly recommend anyone to do this trip.”
Hike Iceland’s Vatnajökull glacier from Skaftafell with a small group and full safety gear, plus coffee and chocolates afterward.
“Our guide was Anna and she was amazing! This is probably the coolest and most adventurous tour we have ever been on as a couple. Highly recommend this tour to anyone! The views up on the glacier are absolutely breathtaking.”
Blue Ice Discovery guides you across Falljökull from Skaftafell in a small group, with crampons and ice arches included.
“The tour was absolutely wonderful! Everything was perfectly organized, and our guide was incredibly professional and engaging. Our whole family had a fantastic time and enjoyed every moment. Thank you so much for this amazing experience!”
Extra-small Vatnajökull glacier hike from Skaftafell: 4x4 to Falljökull, crampons on, up to 2 hours on blue ice.
“Ásta was the perfect guide. Personable, knowdgeable, and safety-conscious. The glacier was amazing!”
Small-group hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier with crampons and guided access to blue ice, crevasses, and glacier features from Vik.
“It was a beautiful hike ! Lillia was wonderful and very accommodating! I went with my Mom who is 79 and we really loved it.”
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