Glacier Adventure on Vatnajökull

Season: All year around, daily. Duration: 3 hours

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TRIP DETAILS: 
​Enjoy 3 hours exploring an icy wonderland that extends from the mighty Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. On this Glacier Walk, you will go farther onto the ice field than the typical glacier tour. The labyrinth of ever changing formations on this frozen giant are best navigated with an expert guide who knows the lay of the land. Your epic adventure kicks off with meeting your certified and experienced glacier guide in Skaftafell. After getting fitted with the required glacier gear we provide, like an ice axe and crampons, your guide will lead you onto the glacier.

As you traverse zones of different glacial formations, you will notice the diverse colors of ice surrounding you. Strong hues of blue, white, ash covered and even crystal clear ice become more prominent as you travel farther. The panoramic view of the glacier, the surrounding peaks, and the unique experience of glacier ice under your feet, are sure to leave lasting memories.
​Our guide takes you on an unforgettable journey on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull biggest outlet glacier. The trip starts at Hali where our meeting point is. From there the guide drives you to the glacier area, off the beaten path where you can breathe in the fresh Icelandic air.
The tour can take between 3,5 and 4 hours (1 – 1,5 hours on the glacier), including drive back and forth from our meeting point. This tour is moderated and can be done by most children and adults.

ATTENTION: 

• Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time
• We recommend you to stay somewhere close to Hali the night before a morning tour. You can find accommodation suggestion under useful information on our home page.
• You can find useful information about the weather at www.vedur.is and the road conditions at www.road.is

Disclaimer: All glacier trips are undertaken at the responsibility of participants. Iceland Beyond does not assume any responsibility for accidents which are caused by it´s customers or can be traced to their own actions.
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CANCELLATION
​All cancellations must be written and received by us 72 hours prior to the tours start. In conformity with business practices within the Icelandic travel industry, Travel Agent is obliged to charge cancellation fees to the passenger(s) as follows:

• CANCELLATION CHARGES: Cancellation received more than 72 hours prior to departure are fully refunded. Cancellation received less than 48 hours prior to departure will be charged full price.
• INSURANCE:​ We advise all our clients to have travel insurance.

Prices may change without prior notice. If an incorrect price has been listed, we reserve the right to refuse, cancel or limit any order placed at the incorrect price. *Subject to availability - price is confirmed when payment has been made. Book in advance to get the best price!

PACKAGE DETAILS

• SEASON:  All year around, Daily
• DURATION: approx. 3 hours
• REGION: South East Iceland 
• DEPARTURES:  Departures are at 9:30 & 14:30 
• PRICE: From 14.500 ISK ​​​
• Difficulty level: Moderate
• ​Minimum age: 8 years old 

INCLUDED:

• Experienced English-speaking guide
  
• Glacier gear
  
• Safety Equipment
  

NOT INCLUDED: 

• Rain Gear (optional extra)
  
• Hiking boots (optional extra)
  
• Warm clothing
  
• Snacks

Additional information:
We reserve the right to change the itinerary and the mode of transport or cancel the tour, according to weather or road conditions, or circumstances beyond our control.

Please note that the duration of the tours may vary according to weather and road conditions.

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