Things to do in Skaftafell, East Region: The Best Tours

This is one of our most photogenic tours. We fly over the coastline and Skeiðarársandur, a vast plain of black sand and ash covered with numerous small rivulets. It spans the entire range between the glacier and the sea. From there we fly over Skeiðarárjökull, a massive outlet glacier draining south from Iceland´s largest ice cap Vatnajökull.

Inclusions: Landing and facility fees, Local taxes, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Fly over Vatnajökull and see the Grímsvötn eruption site from above on this 45-minute tour from Skaftafell. Grímsvötn is a basaltic volcano located on the northwestern side of the Vatnajökull ice cap. It has the highest eruption frequency of all volcanoes in Iceland. The most recent eruptions in Grímsvötn were in 2011, 2004, 1998 and 1996. Choose from multiple departure times to suit your schedule.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

This is the ultimate sightseeing flight from Skaftafell, taking you over Landmannalaugar, Vatnajökull glacier, Grímsvötn eruption site, Lakagígar and more.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

On this tour, we fly over the colorful area of Kjós located at the head of Mosárdalur glacier valley on our way to the highest peak in Iceland, Hvannadalshnjúkur (2116m). Then we continue over Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, featuring huge floating icebergs. Along the way, You will enjoy the views of Breiðamerkurjökull glacier and Esjufjöll Mountains before heading back.

Inclusions: Pilot.

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Explore Iceland's incredible glaciers with our most popular glacier hiking tour. This tour is perfect for those looking for a quick introduction to glacier hiking in Iceland. Our super jeep brings us all the way to the edge of the glacier. After a short hike to reach the ice, your guide will show you how to use your crampons and ice axe. We will spend an hour hiking and exploring the stunning Falljökull glacier, famous for its incredibly gorgeous icefall. Your guide will tell you plenty of stories about the glacier, its ice features and the scenic valley, which is surrounded by the highest mountain peaks in Iceland!

Inclusions: Local and Professional Glacier Guide, 4x4 Super-Jeep Transport, Crampons & Ice Axe, Supporting a Small Local Company, Carbon Neutralised Tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

• Certified guides Our guides have certification from AIMG (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides). • Small groups The group size for our trips never exceeds 8 people. • 4x4 drive We will drive you all the way to the glacier. That means more time we can spend on ice. • Evening departure (June - August) If you want to avoid the crowds join us for our evening tour and enjoy the complete silence.

Inclusions: Harness, crampons and ice axe

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Discover the beauty of Iceland’s largest glaciers and highest volcanoes with professional guides that focus on providing the highest possible standard of experience.  Gigantic rivers of ice are constantly pouring down from the Vatnajökull ice cap, flowing almost the entire way out to the ocean below. These powerful forces of nature have built and shaped the land within Vatnajökull National Park, subsequently creating formations that are unique only to this part of the world. Blue ice, green moss, volcanic rocks and pure drinking water. This is what the Iceland Glacier Walk is all about and what you will experience when you visit the glacier on a Iceland Glacier Walk with us. With safety as the highest priority at all times Glacier and Volcano Expeditions always endeavour to take their guests to the most interesting, beautiful and photogenic locations whilst also being on the lookout for new features that the glacier creates regularly. This is all part of the fun!

Inclusions: Crampons, Harness, Helmet, Ice axe/ pole (if necessary)

Exclusions: Boots/ Rain coat

The Iceland Volcano Hike is a unique experience that features mind-blowing views of Iceland's tallest volcano and five major outlet glaciers. Hiking across the ridge top is challenging and exhilarating which makes for a very rewarding day in the mountains. You will experience amazing vistas throughout the entire trip which boasts a huge variety of landscapes. There really are surprises around every corner!

Inclusions: Safety Harness, Helmet

Exclusions: Outdoor clothing, raincoat, boots

If you are an adventurous person looking for a challenge, ice climbing on a glacier is definitely worth experiencing! Climbing up blue glacial ice is a unique and surreal feeling that is easily achievable here in Southern Iceland. Safety is our highest priority at all times so we will ensure that all risks are mitigated as well as providing you with an exhilarating experience. Discover the beauty of Iceland’s largest glaciers and highest volcanoes with professional guides that focus on providing the highest possible standard of experience. 

Inclusions: Crampons, Helmet, Harness, Ice Axes, Ropes

Exclusions: Waterproof clothing, boots, gloves, transport

• Certified guides Our guides have certification from AIMG (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides). • Small groups The group size for our trips never exceeds 8 people. • 4x4 drive We will drive you all the way to the glacier. That means more time we can spend on ice. • Evening departure (June - August) If you want to avoid the crowds join us for our evening tour and enjoy the complete silence.

Inclusions: Harness, crampons and ice axe

Exclusions: Weather dependent clothing, Hiking boots, Small backpack with extra clothing layers, bottle of water and small snacks, Sunglasses