Intermediate Falljökull Glacier Hike in Vatnajökull from Skaftafell

Embark on a thrilling glacier hike on Falljökull in Vatnajökull National Park from Skaftafell, with an experienced guide!

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From€156
4.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from Skaftafell and embark on a moderate glacier hike on Falljökull Glacier.

Course of events

- Arrive at the starting point in Skaftafell

- Meet the guide and receive the equipment (crampons, harness, helmet, ice axe)

- Drive to Falljökull Glacier

- Safety briefing and instructions

- The glacier hiking adventure begins!

- Walk across the glacier

- Hike to the top of the icefall

- Enjoy packed lunch

- Return to the starting point in Skaftafell

Special terms

Appropriate hiking boots can be rented on site for an additional 1000 ISK fee.

Meeting point:
Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center, Flugvallarvegur 5, 785 Öræfi, Iceland
Spoken languages:Icelandic, English
Included
  • Guide
  • Glacier equipment (crampons, harness, ice axe, ropes)
  • Helmet
Excluded
  • Hiking boots (1000 ISK fee)
  • Food & drink
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Wind/rainproof jacket
  • Hiking boots
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Lunch
  • Water