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Skaftafell National Park, which sprawls across the southern tip of the Vatnajokull glacier, is one of the most popular corners of the larger Vatnajokull National Park. Dominated by the Skaftafellsjökull glacier, Skaftafell offers 1,930 square miles (5,000 square kilometers) of rugged mountainous terrain and glacial tongues.
Skaftafell Visitor Centre, Öræfi 785, Iceland
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Skaftafell Glacier Hike | 3-Hour Walk - Small Group
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The Vatnajökull glacier ranks among Iceland’s top natural attractions, but exploring the icy terrain without a guide is dangerous. On this half-day tour, delve into the Skaftafell National Park with a certified guide and discover a world of ice formations and deep crevasses. With all the necessary safety equipment included, enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.
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$79.44
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$79.44

South Coast and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Day Tour from Reykjavik
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Discover southern Iceland and take a cruise on the ice-strewn Jokulsarlon Lagoon on this scenic day trip from Reykjavik. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, trace Iceland’s spectacular south coast, a canvas of towering mountains, waterfalls, and glacial rivers. Visit the Skogafoss waterfall, view the ice-covered peaks of Skaftafell, and learn about the area's geology and then go behind the cascading water at Seljalandfoss waterfall.
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$161.02
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$161.02

Small Group Glacier Hiking & Ice Caving Tour Inside Vatnajokull Glacier
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The Vatnajökull glacier is widely considered the jewel in Skaftafell National Park’s crown, but the icy terrain holds hidden dangers. On this ice-caving tour, hike around and beneath the Vatnajökull glacier with your certified guide, and explore millions of years of natural geology. With crampons and safety equipment included, enjoy uninterrupted views over the icy landscapes for which Iceland is famous.
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$115.93
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$115.93

Ice Cave Tour in the National Park of Vatnajökull
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Experience the dazzling natural landscapes of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on this 3-hour ice caving adventure from Reykjavik. Venture off the beaten track in the Vatnajökull National Park and enjoy the rare opportunity to explore inside a naturally formed ice cave. With new caves forming each year, your experience is guaranteed to be unique, so be sure to bring your camera!
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$153.00
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$153.00

Small Group Glacier Wonders Adventure From Skaftafell
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Discover one of the gems of southern Iceland on this glacier hike in Skaftafell National Park. Head from Skaftafell to the edge of the spectacular Vatnajokull glacier. Learn how to use your climbing equipment, then hike out through the glacier valley and up onto the ice. Follow your guide on a route past open crevasses and frozen ice-caves, and admire breathtaking views over the landscape beyond. During your family-friendly trip, learn how glaciers are formed and marvel at the scale of the mighty glacier.
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$74.07
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$74.07

Vatnajokull Small Group Glacier Hike From Skaftafell
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Trek deep into the Skaftafell National Park and marvel at Iceland’s beauty on this adventurous 5-hour glacier hike. Travel by bus into the Skaftafell National Park as a guide sheds light on the region’s geology. Pull on your hiking gear and head along rugged trails to the tongue of the Virkisjökull Glacier — widely considered the park’s most impressive feature. Along the way, discover the crevasses, ice caves and waterfalls for which the region is famous and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.
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$126.67
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$126.67

2 Day South Coast Waterfalls, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Glacier Hike
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Explore Iceland’s spectacular south coast on a 2-day tour with overnight accommodation that takes in the beaches, mountains, and wildlife of the Skaftafell Nature Reserve. You’ll hike on a glacier, check out a plane wreck on a striking black sand beach, and visit the Jökulsárlón Lagoon, where icebergs and seals bob in clear glacier water. Along the way, you’ll travel with a small group of like-minded travelers and a guide for an intimate and personalized tour.
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$493.80
Price varies by group size
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$493.80
Price varies by group size

Glacier Hike and Ice Cave Half-Day Tour from Skaftafell
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Please note that is is a challenging tour with 5 hours of hike. Getting to the Ice Cave is challenging, but the reward is equally great!
On this tour, you will go further than other glacier hiking tours go. You will traverse the Falljökull outlet glacier and visit a unique and natural ice cave, only accessible to those in the company of an experienced glacier guide.
With a maximum group size of 8 participants, we can guarantee an amazing and personal experience on the glacier.
The tour begins at Skaftafell Base Camp where you will board the Glacier Bus, taking you to the glacier terminal face. You will be fitted with all necessary glacier gear, free of charge. After a short hike to the edge of the glacier, you start your way traversing the magnificent glacier tongue, full of deep crevasses, amazing ice formations and deep water cauldrons.
When you reach the cave, you will have enough time to get all the photos you want, before you head back over the glacier to the bus.
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$162.00
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$162.00

4 Day Blue Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes & Northern Lights
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Discover the natural wonders of Iceland on this epic tour, taking in all the highlights of southern Iceland. Explore the wild landscapes and fishing villages of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula; take in the highlights of the Golden Circle route; and stop at South Coast sites including Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Diamond Beach. Along the way, enjoy a glacier hike in the Skaftafell National Park and visit an ice cave.
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$912.45
Price varies by group size
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$912.45
Price varies by group size

2 Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier hike, Jokulsarlon lagoon & Northern Lights
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Get out of Reykjavik for an exciting 2-day excursion to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland’s top attractions due to its stunning beauty. Explore the south coast of Iceland with a professional guide. Hike among waterfalls, walk on black sand beaches, experience the mysterious blue caves, learn to cross Iceland’s largest glacier, and even get a chance to hunt the elusive Northern Lights. This adventure will not soon be forgotten.
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$470.18
Price varies by group size
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$470.18
Price varies by group size

3-Day Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Ice Cave, Jokulsarlon & Fjadrargljufur Canyon
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Save money and fully immerse yourself into the region on this 3-day guided tour that takes in all the highlights of Iceland's Golden Circle route in a single trip. This un-rushed tour takes you to such attractions as Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the spouting Geysir, Reynisfjara black-sand beach, and Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon where you go on an ice cave and glacier hiking adventure
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$737.47
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$737.47

3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights from Reykjavik
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In this tour, you’ll get the chance to see the famous Geysir and the geothermal area, Gullfoss the powerful waterfall, Thingvellir National Park in the Golden Circle. You’ll also be taken to with our local favorites to visit a traditional diary farm where you’ll try ice cream, free of charge.
On the second and third day, you’ll be taken to the famous South Coast. Along the shore, you’ll get to see the famous black sand beach, Reynisfjara, our stunning glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón in Vatnajökull National Park, where you’ll also get the change to explore Europe’s largest glacier and enter a blue ice cave in it. If nature allows, even the magnificent Northern Lights.
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$685.95
Price varies by group size
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$685.95
Price varies by group size

6-Day Small-Group Adventure Tour Around Iceland from Reykjavik
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Take the full circle road around Iceland to see its top attractions on this 6-day tour from Reykjavik. Check out the Golden Circle, view the south coast’s black sands and basalt cliffs; explore the eastern fjords, Akureyri, and Lake Myvatn; and enjoy adventures including a glacier walk at Skaftafell, hiking, and a whale watching cruise. Limited to a maximum of 15 people, the tour includes five nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, air-conditioned transport, and more.
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$1,596.25
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$1,596.25

2 Days Glacier Lagoon and Ice Cave with Northern Lights
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Experience Iceland’s stunning south coast on a 2-day excursion starting in Reykjavik. Visit top highlights such as Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Vik, and Skaftafell on the first day, and enjoy a chance to see the northern lights from your accommodation. The next day is where the adventure begins; see a glacial lagoon, walk on a glacier, visit an ice cave, and drive through lava fields.
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$546.00
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$546.00

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the South Coast Private Tour from Reykjavik
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Take in the incredible natural scenery at Jökulsárlón, Europe's largest glacial lake, on this 14-hour private eco-tour from Reykjavik. With your guide, pass Skaftafell National Park, then visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Þorvaldseyri Volcano Museum. Once at Jökulsárlón, watch huge icebergs calve off Vatnajokull and opt to book a boat ride on the lake. During the return trip to Reykjavik, visit Skógafoss waterfall and the black sand beach of Reynisfjara. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour that includes round-trip transportation from Reykjavik.
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$800.80
Price varies by group size
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$800.80
Price varies by group size

4 Day Summer South Coast, Jökulsarlon, Golden Circle and Snæfellsnes
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Take your time exploring the South Coast of Iceland and the Golden Circle on this 4-day tour. A road trip around Iceland is one of the best ways to see the out-of-the-way sights, but renting a car forces the driver to focus on driving and directions. With all transportation provided, you can sit back and enjoy the landscape that Iceland is so well-known for, including the Snaefellsnes peninsula and the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
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$1,020.87
Price varies by group size
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$1,020.87
Price varies by group size

3 Day Summer South Coast, Golden Circle and Jökulsarlon glacier lagoon
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Make the most of your time in Iceland by combining three of the most popular destinations into one action-packed tour. Enjoy multiple photo ops along the Golden Circle, stopping at Gullfoss, Thingvellir, Geysir, and more. Then, continue along the South Coast, stopping to admire Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, hike along the Vatnajökull glacier, and visit Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
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$770.75
Price varies by group size
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$770.75
Price varies by group size

Extra Small-Group Glacier Walk in Skaftafell National Park
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With a maximum group size of 8 participants, we can guarantee an amazing and personal experience on the glacier.
On this extra small group Glacier Walk, we visit one of Vatnajökull's many outlet glaciers in Skaftafell National Park.
Before heading to the glacier, you will meet your expert glacier guide at our Skaftafell Base Camp, located on the campsite of Skaftafell National Park. Your guide will provide you with all necessary gear for the glacier walk, an ice axe, harness, and a helmet.
When everyone is ready, we head to the glacier where your guide will safely lead the group through an icy wonderland with deep crevasses, narrow ridges, and other ice formations.
We will have up to two hours to explore the glacier, giving us plenty of time to take pictures and make memories that will last a lifetime.
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$116.00
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$116.00

6D5N Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes, Reykjavik & Airport Transfer
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See more of Iceland with this 5-night trip around the southwest of the country. With an itinerary that takes in the famous Golden Circle sightseeing route along with the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Reykjavik, and the south coast, you’ll spend less time planning and more time enjoying the sights. Five nights of hotel accommodation in the Fosshotel Baron (or similar) is included.
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$1,214.97
Price varies by group size
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$1,214.97
Price varies by group size

Iceland Complete: Around Iceland in 10 Days
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Get a comprehensive overview of Iceland on this 10-day tour on the famous ring road. Discover the rugged terrain of Iceland as you explore the volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, and mountains that dot the landscape. See famous landmarks like the Golden Circle, the Skogafoss and Seljalandfoss waterfalls, the East Fjords and much more as you interact with locals during your farm stays in the countryside.
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$3,863.42
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$3,863.42

Iceland Glacier Lagoon and South Coast Private Day Tour from Reykjavik
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Make the most of your time in Iceland with a full-day, private 4x4 tour that explores the best of the South Coast’s stunning natural landscapes and scenery. Slip behind a powerful glacial waterfall where Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss tumble from a high cliff, then continue through an otherworldly rock desert to the ocean. Walk black sand beaches pounded by North Atlantic waves and wind, visit the volcanic park that shelters Iceland’s highest peak and see a glacial lagoon dotted with blue icebergs before returning to Reykjavík.
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$2,254.29
per group
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$2,254.29
per group

6 Day Summer Circle Tour, Ring Route Tour with a Small Group
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This 6-day tour takes you to the must see Golden Circle route with all its amazing sites. You will see the unbeatable Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and of course the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir National Park. Next you will be heading to the much talked about South Coast, where you will explore the unique black sand beach, Reynisfjara and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. After exploring the Eastfjords, Lake Mývatn awaits with its unique surroundings, you will explore Dimmuborgir lava pillars and then carry on the journey to the capital of the North, Akureyri. From there you will head down south to the capital.
While you enjoy this versatile tour you will be able to book extra tours and activities along the way to make your experience even more special, such as horseback riding, visiting VÖK baths and exploring ice caves to mention a few options.
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$1,663.88
Price varies by group size
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$1,663.88
Price varies by group size

Glaciers and Aurora: Around Iceland in Winter
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Explore Iceland’s ring road on an intimate small group tour. Maximize your chances of seeing the elusive Northern Lights, and experience Icelandic winter landscapes. Join a 9-night journey through the countryside, from the South Coast to Goðafoss waterfall in the North and around the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Explore villages, glaciers, lava formations, and waterfalls for full immersion in this mysterious landscape. Enjoy 9 nights’ accommodation at local farms, ensuring you meet local people and animals and eat authentic cuisine.
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$2,898.37
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$2,898.37

Ring Road Iceland: 4-Day Guided Tour Around Iceland
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Make the most of your time in Iceland and see the island’s top landmarks on this 4-day tour of Ring Road. Enjoy guided tours of waterfalls, glacial lagoons, and volcanic beaches, and more over the course of the tour. You can also participate in several included activities including a whale watching tour, a glacial hike, and a visit to a thermal bath.
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$1,350.28
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$1,350.28