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Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike

  • 4 hours
  • Meet in Hof
  • Minimum age 12
  • Maximum 6 guests
  • All year
  • Operated by Troll.is

Overview

Learn the basics of ice climbing during a four-hour Skaftafell glacier hike, with certified instruction, glacier boots and technical equipment included.

The guide selects the climbing site and glacier route for current ice, weather and group ability. The minimum age is 12.

Itinerary

The shape of your day

2 stops

  1. Start

    Meet Tröll Expeditions in Hof

    Check in at Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell in Hof before the booked departure. This activity does not include Reykjavík pickup.

  2. Equipment and local glacier transfer

    Collect the glacier safety equipment and travel with the guide to the Falljökull approach.

  3. Guided glacier hike and ice climbing

    Hike on Falljökull and practise ice climbing with your guide and the supplied equipment. The guide selects suitable ice and climbing sites.

  4. End

    Return to the Tröll meeting point

    Leave the glacier with the guide and return to the local meeting point in Hof.

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What's included

  • Certified glacier guide
  • All required glacier and climbing equipment
  • Glacier boots
  • Small-group experience

Know before you go

  • Meet at Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell in Hof.
  • Duration: 4 hours.
  • Minimum age: 12. Activity level: Medium.
  • Maximum group size: 6 guests.
  • Operating season: All year.
  • Bring warm layers, waterproof outerwear, gloves and a hat. Glacier boots are included.
  • The guide selects the climbing site and glacier route for current ice, weather and group ability.
  • Not included: Reykjavík pickup.
  • Written cancellation received at least 24 hours before departure is refundable less a 3% card fee; later cancellations are non-refundable.

Frequently asked

Where does the tour start?

Meet at Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell in Hof. Follow the meeting or pickup instructions on the booking voucher and be ready before the stated time.

What is the minimum age and activity level?

The minimum age is 12. The activity level is medium; guests must be comfortable with the terrain described on this page.

What should I bring?

Bring warm layers, waterproof outerwear, gloves and a hat. Glacier boots are included.

Can the itinerary change?

The guide selects the climbing site and glacier route for current ice, weather and group ability.

What is the cancellation policy?

Written cancellation received at least 24 hours before departure is refundable less a 3% card fee; later cancellations are non-refundable.

Troll.is

Tröll Expeditions is a Reykjavík-based Icelandic adventure operator founded in 2016. Its team runs day and multi-day tours, glacier hikes and natural ice-cave experiences with professional guides.

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