Glacier Hiking on Falljökull and a sightseeing and wildlife trip to the historic Ingólfshöfði cape departing from Skaftafell National Park
Trip difficulty 2 our of 5 possible
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Our adventure begins with an introduction to the enchanting world of Icelandic glaciers, traversing a spectacular but easy track on the glacier.
Walking on the glacier ice with crampons, we will see unique ice formations and deep blue cauldrons, learning about how they are formed and how the glacier reshapes itself continuously. You will enjoy sweeping, panoramic views of the surrounding mountains as you walk towards the ice fall.
The adventure continues when we go for a wildlife exploration of the historic Ingólfshöfði cape, an isolated island caught between the black sands of the south coast and the North-Atlantic Ocean. This is where, in the year 874, Ingólfur Arnarson, the first settler of Iceland, jumped ashore and spent his first winter in Iceland. The adorable Puffins, Razorbills, Fulmars, Guillemots, and Skuas amongst other species now inhabit the cape numbering in the thousands.
To get there we will cross six km of waters, marshes and sands in a tractor pulled hay trolley. After arriving at the cape we will go for a short hike (2-3 km) so we can take a closer look at the sea cliffs where the majestic seabirds, so characteristic for Iceland, nest during the very short arctic summer.
Guaranteed departures for minimum 4 persons everyday (except Sundays) at 11:30 from June 16th through August 8th. From May 15th to June 1st and August 15th to August 31st for minimum 6 persons. Free pick up from Skaftafell National Park, Hotel Skaftafell and the camping grounds at Svínafell.
Note: if you depart with us from Skaftafell National Park, please be there 15 min before departure at 11:15.
Details:
Price: 11. 990 ISK per person.
Included: pick-up, glacier hike (Glacier Wonders), glacier gear, a visit to Ingólfshöfði cape and packed lunch.
Please note: Lunch is only included if you book your tour until the day before departure.
Distance from Reykjavik: 330 km / 205 miles.
Duration of trip: 6-7 hours with transfer.
Age limit: 10 years.
Bring with you: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good hiking shoes are recommended!
You can rent hiking shoes and waterproof clothing for 500ISK a piece should you need them.
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Disclaimer:
Clients are advised that all activities are undertaken entirely at their own risk and they must behave in a fit and proper manner at all times in accordance with Glacier Guides guidelines and must take proper responsibility for their own actions. Glacier hiking and related activities carry inherent risks and guests may be requested by Glacier Guides to sign a liability release and assumption of risk prior to certain excursions.