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Glacier explorer tour

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$171.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Availability: All-year

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: up to 5 hours 30 minutes

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Small group

Do this because

Explore the glaciers in a small-group experience
Take a hike with a professional guide
Discover amazing photo opportunities

What to expect

The Glacier Explorer tour takes you to Falljökull, one of the outlets glaciers of the Vatnajökull ice cap.

You will hike through a path surrounded by the ever-changing landscape carved out by the glacier. Once you arrive at the tongue of the glacier your guide will assist you to gear up on crampons and you will be exploring the amazing terrain in no time!

Don´t forget your camera! You will encounter plenty of photo opportunities along the way while gaining a deep understanding of this magnificent glacier, how it formed, moves and continues to change every day.

What's included

Certified glacier guide
Guided glacier hike
Specialized glacier gear
All necessary glacier gear

What's not included

Pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks

Where

Skaftafell, Skaftafell 785, IS

Meeting point:

Glacier Guides Booking Center in Skaftafell (gray house with the turf roof).

What to remember

Trip difficulty: 3/5, moderate
Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk
The minimum age for participation is 14 years
Please bring the following:
Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, head wear and gloves. Good hiking shoes are recommended.

Provider

Arctic Adventures

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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