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Glacier Hike & Fjallsarlon Zodiac Boat Tour
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Glacier Hike & Fjallsarlon Zodiac Boat Tour

📍 Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, Iceland

Embark on the ultimate glacier adventure - trek across icy landscapes and ride a zodiac boat at Fjallsarlon for a day packed with thrills and breathtaking views.

330 minAdventureCity breakDay trips and excursionsEducational tour
Operated/Supplied By: Arctic Adventures

About this experience

First,  meet us at the Arctic Adventures hut in Skaftafell National Park. Here, your guide and fellow adventurers await, ready to set out on an unforgettable quest. After a short drive through wild Icelandic landscapes, you’ll arrive at Falljökull. Strap on your crampons, listen to your guide’s tales of glacial wonders, and prepare to journey onto the living ice itself. With each step, you’ll traverse glittering crevasses, peer into mysterious moulins, and marvel at cascading icefalls. Every twist and turn reveals new shapes, surreal colors, and textures that seem pulled from another world. Next, drive to Fjallsarlon Glacier Lagoon where you will begin your unforgettable glacier adventure. Join your friendly expert guide for an iceberg boat tour on a sparkling lagoon. Once you set out on the water, you'll be amazed by the breathtaking sight of icebergs in all shapes and sizes. The journey continues toward Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest in Europe, where we'll bring you as close as safely possible to the impressive glacier wall. Keep your eyes and ears open - you might spot a giant iceberg breaking off and splashing into the lagoon, starting its peaceful journey to the sea. Your caring and knowledgeable guides are passionate about sharing this incredible area and are dedicated to making your experience special. Discover fascinating stories and facts about the glaciers and icebergs that make Fjallsárlón a truly magical place.

Meeting point

Arctic Adventures Skaftafell Hut
Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp), Skaftafell, Iceland, Skaftafell, Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, 785, Iceland

Experience details

What’s included

  • National park entrance fee
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Glacier Hike
  • Specialized glacier safety gear (helmet, harness, glacier crampons, ice axe)
  • Guided tour with a certified glacier guide
  • Zodiac Boat Tour:
  • Warm flotation jacket
  • Life vest

What’s not included

  • Parking fees
  • Food and drinks

Useful to know

  • Glacier Hike: 
  • Waterproof jacket and pants (Available to rent)
  • Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support (Available for rent). 
  • Light sweater, wool or fleece
  • Light synthetic or quick dry pants (Try and stay clear of jeans on the longer trips as they get wet & cold quick and dry slow)
  • Thin Gloves
  • Hat
  • Boat Tour:
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