Exclusive Glacier Experience on Vatnajökull
- Free cancellation up to 730 days before
- Instant confirmation
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English
About this experience
Embark on an unforgettable glacier hike across Vatnajökull, followed by a photoshoot at Diamond Beach and Glacier Lagoon. Then, hop on a Zodiac boat tour to glide past massive icebergs. A full-day adventure packed with Iceland’s most stunning sights!
Note that the order of the tour depends on the availability/location of the Zodiac Boat Tour. We can switch the glacier hike in the afternoon.
At the end of your tour, we will edit your photos and you will get a photo package within 14 days via a downloadable drive as the perfect souvenir to remember your epic adventure by!
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What’s included
- Private Group
- Certified Glacier Guide and Professional Photographer
- Glacier Equipment: helmet, harness, crampons
- 10 Shot Photo Package Included Per Person The package includes portraits, action, landscapes, and glacier hike shots but no photos of Zodiac Cruise
- Upgradable/add on to 6 hour Ice Climbing with glacier hike (so 10 hours instead) for additional 150,000 ISK for 1-4 PAX
Not included
- Food and Drinks
- Warm Seasonal Layers
Itinerary
- 1
Glacier Adventure: Hike, Photoshoot & Zodiac Tour
The order below can be switched during the day depending on availability/location of the Glacier Lagoon Public Zodiac Boat Tour Meeting Point Your adventure begins at the Glacier Lagoon parking lot in Vatnajökull National Park. The official address is: Í Hornafirði, Jökulsárlón, Glacier Lagoon, 781 Höfn Alternatively, you can type "Ice Pic Journeys" into Google Maps for accurate directions. This location is about a 5-hour drive from Reykjavík, so we highly recommend staying at an accommodation nearby. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to use the restrooms, as there will be none at the glacier. Your guide will be waiting across from the restrooms in the bus parking lot, next to our 4×4 vehicle marked with the Ice Pic Journeys logo. 4-Hour Glacier Hike Off-Road Drive to Vatnajökull Glacier Hop into one of our 4×4 vehicles for an adventurous drive toward Vatnajökull Glacier. After 10 minutes, we’ll turn onto an F-Road, making a rugged journey across an ancient glacial plain. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes, during which your guide will share fascinating stories about the region’s history and geology. Hike to the Glacier Upon arrival at the glacier parking lot, your guide will provide you with essential gear, including: ✔️ Crampons ✔️ Ice Axe ✔️ Harness ✔️ Helmet with a Headlamp ✔️ Hiking Boots (if rented) We’ll then embark on a 30-minute scenic hike to the glacier's edge. The terrain is mostly flat with slight rocky sections, making it accessible for most fitness levels. Our pace will always match the comfort of our guests. Exploring the Glacier Once on the ice, you’ll get a feel for walking with crampons as we ascend Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier. Your guide will lead you through stunning crystal-blue ice formations, deep moulins, and other mesmerizing glacial features. The surreal landscape will make you feel as though you've stepped onto another planet. 1-Hour Photoshoot at Diamond Beach & Glacier Lagoon After the glacier hike, we’ll take you to Diamond Beach, where icebergs wash ashore in a spectacular display of nature. This is the perfect place for stunning professional photos—whether solo, with friends, or family. Next, we’ll visit Fjallsárlón or Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where massive icebergs drift peacefully in the blue waters. Your guide will capture breathtaking images of you against this iconic Icelandic backdrop. 1-Hour 30 Public Zodiac Boat Tour Board a Zodiac boat for an unforgettable ride through Fjallsárlón or Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Glide past floating icebergs and get up close to the majestic Vatnajökull Glacier. If you're lucky, you may even spot seals lounging on the ice! Return to Glacier Lagoon After an action-packed day, we’ll drive you back to the Glacier Lagoon parking lot where you’ll say farewell to your guide and leave with incredible memories of Iceland’s glacial wonders. Total experience time: 8 hours ✔️ Adventure-packed itinerary ✔️ Professional photos included ✔️ Stunning landscapes & thrilling activities
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 730 days before
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Minimum age
- 8+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 08:00
Know before you go
- This tour involves roughly 2 hours of total hiking. The first half of the terrain is very flat yet rocky and is relatively easy for a person of average fitness. The second half is hiking on the glacier which goes up a gradual incline for about 20 minutes. The overall hike is rated as easy with some areas of moderate exercise.
- This Bespoke Experience can be upgradable/add on to 6 hour Ice Climbing with glacier hike (so 10 hours instead) for additional 150,000 ISK for 1-4 PAX
- Photo packages may sometimes take more or less than 14 days to edit. This is just our average turnaround time.
- ✓ Water Bottle (Recommended) – You will have many spots to fill it up with glacier water.
- ✓ Proper Seasonal Clothing – Warm layers for freezing or wet conditions. Warm hat and gloves.
- ✓ Waterproof Jacket – Rentals are available under extras.
- ✓ Waterproof Pants – Rentals are available under extras.
- ✓ Hiking Boots – Water resistant is preferred. Rentals are available under extras.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 730 days before the experience starts.
- 730 days or more before: full refund
- 2–729 days before: 90% refund
- Less than 2 days before: no refund
Meeting point
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Ice Pic Journey
- Address
- Ice Pic Journey, í Hornafirði, Jökulsárlón, Glacier Lagoon,, Höfn í Hornafirði, 781, IS
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Coordinates
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 8 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 730 days before the experience starts. 730 days or more before: full refund · 2–729 days before: 90% refund · Less than 2 days before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is available, or you can meet the group on location.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Ice Pic Journey, í Hornafirði, Jökulsárlón, Glacier Lagoon, Höfn í Hornafirði, 781, IS.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 8 or older.
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