Glacier Grand Slam
Glacier Hiking & Glacier Lagoon
Get intimate with the highlights of Vatnajökull National Park on a glacier hike and boat ride through towering icebergs!
This tour is for the adventurous ones. A zodiac boat ride on Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon followed by a glacier hike on Falljökull glacier. This is surely the ultimate Iceland adventure, filled with exploration, adventure and truly unforgettable views.
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Availability
Apr. - Sept.
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Duration
9:30 am - 6:15 pm
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Duration Overwrite
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Level
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Meet on location
Yes
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Min. Age
8 years
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Ratio
1:15
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Departs from
Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon
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Departs from Overwrite
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Price from
15.990 ISK
- Tour highlights
- Vatnajökull national park
- Glacier hiking
- Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon
- Zodiac boat ride
- Included
- Guided glacier hike
- Certified glacier guide
- Specialized glacier gear
- Glacier lagoon boat ride
Sign up and see why the Glacier Grand Slam is our most popular glacier trip! You will get the opportunity to visit the most breathtaking and inspiring nature that Vatnajökull National Park has to offer.
You will meet us at the secluded (and locals favorite) Fjallsárlón glacier lagoon, 30 min before the tour starts. This tour is meet on location only.
In the beginning of the tour, you will take an amazing 45 minute Zodiac boat ride, gliding among numerous large icebergs with Europe’s largest glacial mass. The Fjallsárlón guide will take you back in time to the historical side of things. Come and learn about the history and formation of the lagoon and all who inhabited this beautiful landmark.
After our lagoon excursion, you must travel on your own to Skaftafell. Here you will get an introduction to the unique, fascinating world of ice, traversing the spectacular but easy tracks of the Falljökull glacier. We start with a short walk along the glacier valley where your guide will explain the unique features of the retreating paths of Falljökull glacier and its surroundings.
As we arrive at the edge of the Falljökull glacier we will strap on crampons and make our way up the icy but easily accessible slopes. On the way, we will witness incredible ice formations and crevasses, learning about how they are formed and how the glacier continuously reshapes itself. We will approach the awe-inspiring ice fall, seeing up close how the ancient ice stoically falls hundreds of meters off the mountaintop below as it flows in slow motion towards the ocean, a journey it will never complete as global warming continues to fuel its melting and slow retreat.
Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good hiking boots are recommended.
What if I don’t have the necessary items?
You can rent hiking boots, waterproof jacket and pants from us when you book your tour.
All gear is also available for rent at the booking house in Skaftafell.
Please note
Meeting points: Boat ride: 09:00 am at Fjallsárlón Lagoon (tour starts at 09:30 am). Glacier hike: 14:20 pm at the Glacier Guides Booking Hut in Skaftafell (tour starts at 14:20 pm).
Crampons: Please note that the smallest set of crampons available fits EUR shoe size 35
We will visit either Falljökull glacier or Svínafellsjökull glacier depending on the season and conditions.
How far are Skaftafell and the Glacier Guides sales office from Reykjavik?
Skaftafell is located about 330 kilometers from Reykjavík. See map for directions.
What should I wear on our glacier trip in Iceland?
Iceland is known for colourful weather. It can sometimes show you all 4 seasons in one day.
Dressing for this sort of weather can be a challenge so we always recommend dressing in layers. 3 or 4 upper layers are highly recommended such as a light t-shirt (preferably wool) next to the skin, then a fleece or heavy wool garment, topped off with a waterproof windbreaker.
Jeans are not recommended for our trips as they become very heavy, cold and uncomfortable to wear when they get wet.
Lightweight hiking pants, track pants or long cotton pants are best and then wind/waterproof pants over. We also recommend using sunglasses and sunscreen even if it is cloudy due to the high UV and sunlight reflecting off of the glacier.
You will need sturdy hiking boots that fit crampons for the glacier hiking tours. If you do not own a pair then we rent out good hiking boots as well as a waterproof raincoat and trousers.
Do I need to bring a backpack on a glacier trip in Iceland?
We recommend bringing your own backpack on our full day or 1/2 day tours. It’s great to carry a small lunch and some extra clothing.
Can I bring my camera along on a glacier tour?
You can bring your camera along, and you should definitely bring one since the setting on the tour is full of amazing, scenic views.
I am pregnant, can I still join a glacier hike?
This is, of course, a personal choice, we have often had pregnant women on our trips. We recommend you take a close look at our trip description and difficulty rating, they will hopefully give you a better idea. It is also good to contact your physician, pregnant women’s health can be quite different. Feel free to contact us if you have further questions or concerns.
Do I need to bring a lunch with me on the glacier tours?
We do not provide lunch on any of our trips, so we recommend you bring your own lunch (for the longer trips), snacks and a bottle of water (you can refill it on the trip).
What are crampons?
Crampons are metal spikes that we attach to the soles of your hiking shoes, these enable you to walk on the glacier ice without slipping.
Is there a guide on each Arctic Adventures glacier tour?
Yes, there is a specially trained and certified glacier guide on every glacier tour that we offer.
Why are there glaciers in Iceland?
When snow stays long enough in one place then it will turn to ice. Over long periods of time, the ice layers up becoming huge blocks called glaciers.
As there is a lot of snow in Iceland, it forms to create ginormous glaciers that sweep across huge masses of land. Iceland is home to Europe’s largest glacier named Vatnajökull.
I want to learn more about Glaciers, is there any information to help?
Getting to understand the tours you are interested in is a great way to become emersed in the overall experience. Everything you need to know about Glaciers can be found here:
Disclaimer
All our tours are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to their own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.
