Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Step into a world of ice on this guided glacier walk from Skaftafell. Explore a breathtaking outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, in a small group led by a certified guide. No experience needed — all gear is provided.
After meeting your guide in Skaftafell, you'll gear up and head onto the glacier, where you'll walk among towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and striking blue ice. Learn about glacial landscapes, volcanic forces, and how Iceland’s glaciers are formed and shaped.
This easy yet unforgettable adventure offers incredible photo opportunities, fascinating insights, and a safe way to experience one of Iceland’s most powerful natural wonders up close.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 10 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please bring warm clothing, rain gear, gloves, and hiking boots
Boots and rain gear can be rented on location
What To Expect
Skaftafell
Glacier walk on Falljökull glacier
Options
Blue Ice Experience
What‘s Included
Guided glacier hike on an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull
Certified glacier guide
All necessary glacier gear
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
582 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great!
francescarU4462LB,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was truly wonderful! Our guide Ágúst was extremely patient, kind, and helpful throughout the whole tour. I accidentally lost my glasses on the glacier, and Ágúst kindly came back with me to search for them. After more than half an hour of looking, he incredibly managed to find them! His patience and willingness to help went far beyond expectations. Not only a great guide but also a genuinely nice person who made the experience even more memorable.
Best Instructor!
S6445VSelisab,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the best experience! The tour was absolutely amazing, and my instructor Ágúst made it even more special. He was incredibly knowledgeable and patiently answered every curiosity I had about glaciers, explaining everything in great detail. It was clear how prepared he is and how much he genuinely loves what he does. Thanks to him, the experience was 1000x better and truly unforgettable!
Amazing experience
martin D6268GB,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was really fun and well guided. Thanks Jan for the great work.
Great experience!
dannyvI9783CD,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team were well prepared and equipped with a climbing harness, safety helmet, spikes and pickaxe. Our low walking shoes were exchanged with high walking shoes were (here the spikes fit). Gloves are convenient but not necessary. We were taken to the glacier in a van. The guide taught us everything about the glaciers and how to walk them. It was quite a climb but doable. And the experience and what you see is fantastic. Great excursion!
Awesome experience
michaelcJ5580SK,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This hike was amazing!! Brook was an excellent tour guide, both knowledgeable about the area and very friendly. Our group had people from 4 different countries and he made sure everyone was engaged and having fun. Also great taste in travel music. I would recommend this hike for anyone looking to get on the glacier safely and have fun.
Best trip
F9881GDjohnl,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Przemyslav was our guide and he was the best. We had an amazing time.
Best tour guide
239alishal,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Przemyslav was our guide and he was great! We had the best time.
Blue Ice Experience
lukebV2768MD,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organised and enjoyable ice experience.
Spectacular!!
briannarK5418WJ,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an amazing tour, especially due to our incredible guide, Hannes. He was so knowledgeable and kind, you could tell he really loved showing off his home country and all of the amazing facts & history. I would recommend this tour just for Hannes; he ensured our entire tour group felt safe and cared for in every way possible…and had fun with us while doing it. Thank you to the company for such a great time, but a serious special thanks is to Hannes who made the entire day so special for our little Canadian family who had no idea what to expect. Thank you!
Well organized, guides...
Carlos A,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized, friendly and well-trained guides. Good security team, the place is spectacular and one of the many different landscapes that Iceland offers.
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