Skaftafell: Vatnajökull Glacier Explorer Tour

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Discover Europe's largest glacier with an expert guide, immersing yourself in captivating facts. Witness the majestic ice fall of Falljokul Glacier on a thrilling six-hour expedition.

Highlights

  • View Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest glacier in Europe
  • Discover captivating insights from your certified guide.
  • See the ice fall of Falljokul Glacier
  • Enjoy a small group setting

Description

Take a walking tour of the Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest in Europe, with a certified guide. Head with your group to the ice fall on a scenic and exhilarating walk and enjoy artful ice sculptures formed by the frozen waters of Falljokul Glacier along the way. Follow your guide on a scenic walk, during which you can appreciate the dramatic landscape carved by the glacier. Once at the tongue of the glacier, put crampons on, undergo a safety briefing, and then make your way to the real adventure. Head up towards the incredible ice fall (from which Falljokull derives its name), where you will explore a dramatic terrain, full of frozen ice formations and ice sculptures. Get plenty of photo opportunities while witnessing the rugged and majestic ice fall. Learn how the glacier was formed and how it keeps changing its shape day after day from your guide.

Includes

Certified tour guide Necessary gear

Important Information

  • Bring warm outdoor clothing, a waterproof jacket and pants, head wear, gloves, a water bottle, and snacks
  • Good hiking shoes are also recommended
  • Waterproof clothing and hiking boots can be rented (subject to availability)
  • Minimum age for this tour is 14 years
  • In order to attach crampons to the hiking shoes, the minimum shoe size of the participant to join the tour is 35 EU, and the largest shoe size is 50 EU

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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