Step onto ancient ice and explore the striking formations of Falljökull Glacier on a guided hike. Feel the crunch of your crampons on bright blue ice, wander past crevasses and icefalls, and finish with a professional photo package capturing the experience. A super jeep ride sets the scene, taking you through Iceland’s wild glacial landscapes before the hike begins.
After meeting your guide at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, the adventure starts with a short drive in a super jeep toward the glacier. The ride crosses glacial tundra and rugged terrain, giving a first glimpse of the ice you’ll soon be walking on. Guides help fit crampons and helmets and show you the basics of glacier hiking before stepping onto the ice.
Walking on the glacier, you’ll encounter deep crevasses, sculpted ice formations, and brilliant blue hues that shift with the light. Guides share stories about the glacier’s formation and how it continues to evolve, making it easy to connect with the landscape while snapping some incredible photos. You can take your time soaking up the scenery and learning fun glacier facts along the way.
At the end of the hike, the group returns to the glacier edge and heads back to the hotel. Within 14 days, you’ll receive a professionally edited photo package featuring action shots, portraits, and the landscapes you explored. Optional transfers from Reykjavík are available, extending the day for a private group adventure.
The hike starts at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon in Hnappavellir, within Vatnajökull National Park. Skaftafell is about a 4.5-hour drive from Reykjavík, so an overnight stay nearby is recommended to ensure a relaxed start. The hotel parking lot is where guides meet and prepare the group for the glacier trek.
Surrounding the glacier, the landscape is wild and dramatic, with mossy lava fields, volcanic mountains, and ice-covered valleys. The super jeep journey provides a closer look at this rugged terrain and sets the scene for the adventure that awaits on Falljökull Glacier.
Hiking boots and proper layered clothing are necessary to handle the cold and wet conditions on the glacier. Gloves, hats, and a refillable water bottle are recommended. Guides provide all technical equipment, including crampons, harnesses, and helmets.
While no prior glacier experience is needed, participants should be comfortable walking on uneven surfaces for around 2 hours. The guides give clear instructions to ensure everyone can enjoy the hike safely and confidently.
Mike, Ryan, and the guide team combine years of glacier hiking experience with professional photography skills. Their approach ensures you get the most out of the hike with safety, fun, and learning about Iceland’s glaciers. Guides make sure everyone gets the best photo opportunities while explaining the fascinating processes shaping the ice.
Every hike includes a professional photo package, capturing your adventure in vivid detail. Small, personalised tours make it easy to enjoy the glacier up close, with guides providing tips, stories, and support throughout the experience. You’ll leave with memories—and images—that last long after your boots are off the ice.
The hike itself lasts about 2 hours on Falljökull Glacier, plus a short trek through the surrounding tundra. Time is included for fitting gear and learning basic glacier techniques before stepping onto the ice.
The pace allows for plenty of photo stops, exploration, and guidance from the instructors. Returning to the starting point is included, so you can plan for roughly 3 hours in total.
Walkers will start on rocky, flat areas that lead to the glacier, then move onto the ice with a gentle incline. The glacier surface includes ridges, crevasses, and moulins that change seasonally.
Crampons are required to navigate safely, and guides demonstrate proper walking techniques. The terrain is manageable for most people with basic fitness and mobility.
Yes, all technical equipment is supplied, including crampons, helmets, and harnesses. Optional rentals are available for hiking boots, waterproof jackets, and pants.
Guides help participants fit their gear correctly and give instructions on using crampons and walking safely on ice. Personal items like water bottles and layered clothing are recommended.
The tour includes a 2-shot photo package per person, covering action shots, portraits, and landscapes. Images are professionally edited and delivered via Google Drive within about 14 days.
Extra photos can also be purchased, and guides ensure everyone has opportunities to be captured in the glacier scenery. The photo service is unique to this tour in Iceland.
Participants must be at least 8 years old. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult, and guides provide clear instructions to keep them safe on the glacier.
Parents should ensure children have warm clothing and boots suitable for icy conditions. Guides will adapt pacing to suit younger hikers without compromising the experience.
Layered clothing is essential for warmth. Waterproof jackets and pants protect from cold and wet conditions, while hats and gloves help maintain comfort on the ice.
Hiking boots are recommended; rentals are available for those who need them. Sunglasses can also help with the glare from the ice and snow.
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Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon Hnappavellir, 785 Öræfi
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