Walk on Svinafellsjokull Glacier Tongue in Skaftafell National Park; Easy 2 hour Walk on Crampons.
This walk takes us on to the Svínafellsjökull glacier tongue. Svínafellsjökull is a breathtaking outlet glacier of the Vatnajökull glacier and the scenery and views are simply stunning. We walk through a wonderland of glacial ice sculptures, meandering through ice ridges and the deep crevasses of the glacier. At the outset of our tour, an experienced guide teaches you how to use basic glacier equipment like crampons and ice axes, the required equipment for this tour.
Approximate duration : 2-3 hours (2 hours on the ice)
Departures : From March 1 to October 31
In English : Every day
Pick-up : At Mountainguide's log cabin by the Skaftafell National Park Visitors Centre 15 minutes before tour departure.
Tour departures from March 1 to October 31 : At 10:00 and 14:00
Tour departures from July 15 to August 31 : At 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 and 15:00
Included : Guiding services, glacier gear and safety equipment.
Minimum Age : 10 yrs.
NOTE : Bring warm clothing, rain gear and hiking boots. Hiking boots can be rented