Skaftafell

SKAFTAFELL GLACIER ICE CLIMBING – ICELAND

Ice Climbing

Category

4 days

Duration

Intermediate

Experience

Medium

Fitness

From 2 to 6

Participants

What you'll do

Journey to Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park for an exhilarating private 4‑day glacier adventure. Day 1: arrival, kit check, and introductory training on crampons, ice axes, and harnesses. Day 2: glacier hike and intro ice-climbing—ropework, belaying, and navigating frozen formations. Day 3: advanced routes—lead climbing, ice protection, and steeper walls. Day 4: morning climbs to consolidate skills, gear return, and debrief before departure. Enjoy breathtaking icy panoramas throughout.

Itinerary

Important stuff

From the highest peaks to the hidden trails, we've got your back

Once you book, your trip is guaranteed to run, allowing you to book your flights with confidence.

Want to change your departure date or trip? No problem—enjoy maximum flexibility to make changes up to 60 days before departure.

Travel with peace of mind. Our insurance package covers accidents and rescue during outdoor activities, medical expenses, and luggage protection, as well as trip cancellations and 24/7 medical assistance from our insurance partner.

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What's included

Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Rock climbing Instructor
Accommodation
Local transport
Group climbing gear
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Transport from airport
Transport to airport
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Tips
Guide expenses (meals and lifts)

Accommodations

Accommodation in Skaftafell

Located on the edge of Vatnajökull National Park, accommodations in Skaftafell offer a peaceful retreat surrounded by glaciers, mountains, and black sand plains. Whether staying in a cozy guesthouse, mountain lodge, or eco-friendly cabin, guests are treated to stunning views and direct access to Iceland’s most iconic landscapes. Just minutes from the glacier itself, these lodgings are ideal for early starts to ice climbing, glacier hiking, or exploring nearby waterfalls and trails.

Meeting point

63.9844649-22.6266347
Skaftafell

235 Keflavík, Islanda, Skaftafell , 235, Iceland

Frequently asked questions

Departures

All departures are guaranteed to run

March 2027
Tue
16 Mar
12:00 PM
Fri
19 Mar
6:00 PM

Planned

1 to confirm
€1,690.00
(€557 deposit)

€1,690.00

(€557 deposit)
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