ON FOOT · SKAFTAFELL HIKING TOURS

The 10 Best Skaftafell Hiking Tours

10 hikes  ·  from $108 a head

The 10 best skaftafell hiking tours you can book today, with what each costs, how far it walks and how much of it is uphill. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Skaftafell: Falljokull Glacier Easy Group Hike - The Skaftafell meeting point and Tröll Bus ride
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell: Falljokull Glacier Easy Group Hike

1.Falljokull Glacier Easy Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,508 reviews · 3 hours · from $108Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell for a three-hour beginner-friendly glacier walk. Ride the Tröll Bus, hike to Falljökull, then use crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice axe to explore crevasses, moulins, ice falls, and possible ice caverns. Groups are limited to 14, with coffee and Icelandic chocolate afterward.

“It’s totally devastating what’s going on with our plant. Go in tours, would be happier if there would be a little bit harder climbing.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike - The shuttle ride and walk to Falljökull
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, National Park Hikes, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

2.Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,083 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

Spend five hours exploring Falljökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, with a certified English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 10. You will learn to use crampons, helmets, harnesses, and ice axes, then climb through crevasses, moulins, ice tunnels, and steep icefall terrain. Guides such as Anna, Filip, Paula, and Marc are praised for clear safety instruction and good pacing.

“We had the most incredible glacier tour with Sterre, our Dutch guide. She was amazing. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and full of positive energy throughout the entire tour.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour - From Jökulsárlón parking lot to the glacier
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Guided, Guided Day Hikes, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

3.Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 921 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $150

You’ll ride a super jeep from Jökulsárlón to Breiðamerkurjökull, then spend about two hours walking 4 to 6 km on Vatnajökull’s ice. Guides such as Iga, Guillermo, Javier, and Suzie explain crevasses, moulins, blue ice, and glacier change. Crampons, helmet, and harness are provided, but you need ankle-supporting hiking boots and good fitness.

“It was so so stunning! We were lucky that the sun was out and the weather was nice, but i think even with a bit of rain this experience is amazing. Starting with driving in this huge truck towards the glacier and then walking inbetween the mountains was an experience in itself. And of course then walking up to the glacier and learning some background knowledge of glaciers and how they behave was breathtakingly stunning. You could tell that our tour guide loved and lived his job. You felt super safe and he knew some really really cool spots! He made the experience 10x better!”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour - The short drive and the walk to the glacier
3-Hour Experiences, Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Small-Group Hikes, Small-Group Hikes in Iceland, Tour Reviews, Tours

Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

4.Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Walk on Vatnajökull with a certified guide from Troll Expeditions. Expect a short transfer, equipment fitting, a walk to the glacier, and time among ice formations and moulins. Guides such as Maria, Martin, Paula, and Atilla have led highly praised outings. The full activity takes about three hours, but only part of that time is spent on the ice.

“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.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Crevasses, ice arches, and blue ice
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Guided, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell

5.Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 532 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116Best guided

Meet Icelandic Mountain Guides at Skaftafell for a 3.5-hour beginner-friendly glacier walk on Falljökull. Your guide fits crampons and gear, leads you across blue ice, crevasses, ice arches, and glacier mills, and explains how the glacier changes. Guides such as Rob, Emilia, Przemyslav, and Naren have earned special praise for their care and humor.

“Bartholome (sorry I forgot to ask for spelling) was a great guide for our small group of 3 blue ice discovery tour. He was very patient and informative as we put on all the proper gears and hiked up to explore the glacier. He also took amazing photos and videos of me which I really appreciated as a solo traveler.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike - Meeting at Melrakki Adventures in Skaftafell
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Small-Group Hikes, Small-Group Hikes in Iceland, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell: Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

6.Extra-Small Group Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 501 reviews · 3 hours · from $162

Meet Melrakki Adventures in Skaftafell for a three-hour glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull. A modified 4x4 carries you close to the ice, leaving up to two hours for crampon walking, blue pools, crevasses, moulins, and glacier stories. Groups cap at eight, with guides such as Javi, Ásta, José, and Kate leading in English.

“Great tour with Jose! We were a group of 5 and were the first to arrive to the glacier in the morning, which was great for the pictures! Jose was very friendly and his explanations were clear. He also took some photos for us! We really enjoyed it!”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group - The approach is steeper than the word easy suggests
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Small-Group Hikes, Small-Group Hikes in Iceland, Tour Reviews

Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

7.Glacier Hike from Skaftafell – Extra Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 473 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156

Hike Falljökull in Vatnajökull National Park with a certified guide and no more than eight people. Melrakki Adventures drives you close to the glacier by 4x4, supplies crampons, helmets, harnesses, and ice axes, then gives you about 90 minutes on the ice. Guides such as Javi, Kate, Kallia, and Havi are praised for clear instruction and personal attention.

“What an amazing experience we had! Our guide, Javi, was a wonderful guide. He made sure that we feel safe, was knowledgeable, engaging, passionate, fun and kind. What a great tour we had! Thank you, Melrakki Adventures!”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Experience Easy Glacier Hike - Starting at the Skaftafell Base Camp
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Experience Easy Glacier Hike

8.Blue Ice Experience Easy Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 264 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $136

Meet your English-speaking guide at Icelandic Mountain Guides’ Skaftafell Base Camp, gear up with crampons and an ice axe, then ride 20 minutes to Falljökull. Your 2.5-hour glacier walk covers blue ice, crevasses, ridges, and photo stops. The group is limited to 12, with guides such as Kari, Elizabeth, Odi, and Matteo praised for clear safety briefings and warm company.

“Elizabeth is an energetic and friendly guide. From the start to the end of the journey, she looked after us and answered our questions. She was not rushing or trying to finish the journey. Thanks for making our long lasting memories in Iceland. I totally love glaciers now because of Elizabeth. Recommended this company and the tour.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike - Walking across Vatnajökull
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike

9.Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169

Set out from Tröll Expeditions in Skaftafell for about 2.5 hours on the glacier, using crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice axe. Your English-speaking guide leads you to a natural blue ice cave, explains glacier safety and climate change, and pauses for photos. The route is moderately difficult and returns to the meeting point after about four hours.

“We had amazing guide (unfortunately we can't remember his name because it was so difficult just to pronounce it, sorry) the whole tour was well plnned and everyone was accommodating. Also our guide kept us entertained and informed about all the questions we had. Would really recomand to anyone.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull - From the Skaftafell hut to the glacier edge
Glacier Hikes, Glacier Hikes in Iceland, Hiking Tours, Iceland Hiking Tours, Skaftafell Hiking Tours, Tour Reviews

Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

10.Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $119

Walk across Falljökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, with a certified guide such as Ania, Francesco, or Kamila. You’ll ride a 4x4 bus from Skaftafell, walk over rocky ground, learn to use crampons, and spend time on the ice. It suits most people in fair condition, but ankle-support hiking boots are required.

“Absolutely AMAZING! A must do activity. Ania was a spectacular tour guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable, safe, and entertaining. I learned so much & had a wonderfully thrilling experience hiking the glacier. There was history, lore, science, and fun. It was physically challenging while still perfectly doable for moderate physical levels. This is a can’t miss experience.”

Places left →Read the full write-up

Other ways to spend the day on foot

Mountain & Summit Hikes129Volcano Hikes97Waterfall Hikes60Guided Day Hikes93Glacier Hikes51National Park Hikes42
Scroll to Top

Pick a kind of walking day

Rock, ice, forest or crater rim.

Above the treeline

Summit HikesVolcano ClimbsGlacier WalksKilimanjaroEverest Base Camp

Water and rock

Waterfall TrailsCanyons & GorgesLakes & LagoonsCave HikesCliff Paths

How you walk it

Guided Day HikesPrivate GuidesSmall GroupsLunch IncludedSnowshoe Days

Trees and trails

Forest & JungleNational ParksEasy Nature WalksSunrise StartsSunset Walks