Ice climbing trip in the Skaftafell Glacier

Organized by Troll Expeditions
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Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: 4 hrs
Spoken languages: Icelandic, English
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info

Activity description

Experience ice climbing in Iceland on the Skaftafell glacier!

Falljökull is located in the Vatnajökull glacier, the largest glacier in Europe. Its snow-covered fields offer a breathtaking view of Iceland's highest snow-capped peak, Hvannadalshnjúkur, which rises to over 2,000 metres! Thanks to its incomparable beauty, the glacier has been used as a backdrop for dozens of films including James Bond and Interstellar, and series such as Game of Thrones.

The adventure begins at the Skaftafell terminal, where your guide will provide you with all the equipment you need: crampons, ice axes, harnesses and helmets. You will then board the "Troll bus" and take a 10-minute ride to the glacier car park. Once off the bus, a 15-minute walk will take you to the edge of the ice where your guide will show you how to put on crampons so you can walk safely on the ice.

Then your adventure begins, and you'll be treated to some magnificent scenery! This unique outdoor activity will give you an experience rich in memories! Have fun following the advice of your expert guide and discover Iceland's natural treasures!

Don't miss this ice climbing excursion on the Skaftafell glacier!

Course of events

- Meeting with your guide

- Departure for the excursion and loan of equipment

- Climb the glacier

- Return to the starting point and end of the activity

Activity requirements

All participants must be in good health. Minors must have authorization from their parents.

 

Special terms

You will meet your guide 30 minutes before departure time at the meeting point, Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center by the main road.

Included
  • Safety equipment (Harness, ice axe, carabiners, crampons)
  • Guide
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Hiking boots
  • Gloves
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Meeting point
Troll Expeditions: West of Hofgardur, 785 Hof, Iceland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

Reviews

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4.6 / 5
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  • 5 / 5

Les moniteurs nous ont mis en confiance sur le mur d'escalade.. Nous ont expliqués plein de choses intéressantes sur le site pendant la balade. C'était super, a quand le niveau 2!! :)

  • 4.3 / 5

L’escalade sur le glacier était très ludique. Groupe de 15personnrs pour deux moniteurs. Les explications étaient claires et tout le monde a réussi à monter. 3 montés et descentes avec piolet et corde suivi d’une courte balade sur le glacier