Vatnajökull Glacier Hike from Jökulsárlón
Tour Description
Join a thrilling 3-hour guided glacier hike on Breiðamerkurjökull, part of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Ride a powerful Super Jeep across rugged terrain, walk on ancient blue ice, and explore fascinating glacial features such as moulins, crevasses, and deep ice canyons. Perfect for adventure seekers of all levels, this tour combines excitement, education, and unforgettable scenery.
Your adventure begins at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most iconic natural landmarks. From here, you’ll board a specially designed 4x4 Super Jeep for an exciting ride across the rugged landscape leading to Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull National Park. Along the way, your experienced guide will share insights about the area’s unique geology and glacial history, making the journey as fascinating as the destination.
Upon arrival, your guide will provide all the necessary glacier gear, including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. After a detailed safety briefing, you’ll step onto the glacier and feel the crunch of centuries-old ice beneath your feet. As you hike, your guide will point out incredible natural features like moulins (vertical ice shafts), dramatic crevasses, and ice canyons carved by meltwater. Each step offers a closer look at the raw and ever-changing power of Iceland’s glaciers.
This tour is an ideal summer adventure since the famous winter ice caves are closed during this season. Instead, you’ll explore stunning open glacial landscapes and hidden formations. The hike is moderately challenging but suitable for beginners with a reasonable level of fitness. Remember to wear warm, layered clothing and sturdy hiking boots. With morning and afternoon departures available, this compact yet immersive tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the beauty and majesty of Iceland’s frozen wilderness.
Jökulsárlón
May - September
3 Hours
Super jeep from Meeting Point
Easy
Highlight Of The Tour
What’s Included
Available Add-ons
A park fee may apply for access to Vatnajökull National Park.
Rent a jacket to keep you dry
Rent pants to keep you dry
Rent shoes for keeping your ankles safe to prevent injuries
Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold
Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind
Buy our Troll Summer-Cap to feel part of our summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun
Frequently Asked Questions
- Unforgettable Scenery: The glaciers, icebergs, and surrounding landscapes provide one of the most picturesque settings in Iceland. The stunning views of Jökulsárlón and the Vatnajökull ice cap make this a photographer's paradise.
- Perfect for Beginners: No prior glacier hiking experience is required. The tour is suitable for beginners, and your expert guide will make sure you’re comfortable and confident throughout the hike. You’ll be taught how to use the safety equipment and will have constant support from the guide.
- Eco-Conscious Adventure: We are committed to sustainability and environmental protection. This tour ensures minimal impact on the glacier and surrounding area, allowing you to explore without leaving a trace.
- Safety First: Your guide will provide a full safety briefing at the start of the tour and will continuously monitor the conditions to ensure your safety. All necessary safety gear, including crampons, ice axes, and helmets, will be provided, and the tour will follow a well-established route designed to keep you safe while exploring the glacier.
- Warm clothes
- Inner layer – Shirt / T-shirt (wool or synthetic)
- Insulating layer – Polyester Sweater / Fleece Sweater / Insulated Down Jacket
- Outer layer – Waterproof jacket and pants (can be rented from Tröll)
- Hiking pants / fleece pants
- Socks (wool / hiking)
- Hiking / Climbing boots (boots need to have an ankle support to protect your ankle from potential sprains while hiking; Tröll has boots rental at location if needed)
- Hat, gloves, sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Small water bottle
- Joy & happiness!
- Easy Suitable for most fitness levels. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
📍 MEETING POINT: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Parking Lot (Jökulsárlón, 781 Höfn í Hornafirði, Iceland)
GPS coordinates 64.048096, -16.178778
Our "Iceguide" van, located in the Jökulsárlón main parking lot, is where you will meet us to get your equipment before the tour.
Departure times: 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM Meeting Point: Tröll.is Glacier Lagoon
We strongly recommend arriving at least 20 minutes before your scheduled departure. Please note that late arrivals cannot be guaranteed a spot on the tour and are non-refundable.
Note that the Driving time to Jökulsárlón from Reykjavík is around 5 hours and a half in good road conditions.
- 8 years old, and the minimum shoe size to be able to participate in the tour is EU 34
• All day tours 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All changes and cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable. • In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions or other factors, we will assist you with re-booking to another date or booking other activities when possible, or provide a full refund.
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