Private Glacier Hike Captured
Overview
One of the most popular tours is glacier hiking photoshoot. Your guide will drive you to Falljökull Glacier via a super jeep to begin your adventure. After a hike through an alien-like glacial tundra, we will arrive at the edge of the glacier where your guide will assist you in putting your crampons on. At the end of your tour, we will edit your photos and you will get a photo package within 14 days as the perfect souvenir to remember your epic adventure by!
What's Included
- 5 Shot Photo Package Included (Per Person)
- Glacier Hike
- Glacier Equipment helmet, harness, crampons
- Certified Guide
Meeting Location
Hnappavellir
785 Öræfi, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Private Glacier Hike with Photos – 3 Hours
Join a private glacier hike in Skaftafell and explore an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. This three-hour adventure is perfect for those short on time but eager to witness Iceland’s icy beauty. Meet your certified guide at Skaftafell parking, gear up, and trek through rugged terrain to the glacier tongue.
Learn safe glacier walking techniques before stepping onto the ice of Falljökull, known for its dramatic icefalls and blue crevasses. Enjoy breathtaking views, learn about glacial formations, and capture the magic with five professional photos included in the tour.
An unforgettable, intimate experience tailored for curious minds and adventurous spirits.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The minimum age for this tour is 10 in the winter and 8 in the summer.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-278608P26
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 5 Shot Photo Package Included (Per Person).
- Glacier Hike.
- Glacier Equipment helmet, harness, crampons.
- Certified Guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Glacier Hike Captured is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Glacier Hike Captured will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 5 Shot Photo Package Included (Per Person)
- Glacier Hike
- Glacier Equipment helmet, harness, crampons
- Certified Guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The minimum age for this tour is 10 in the winter and 8 in the summer.
