Skaftafell 6 hour Adventure Hike

• Warm clothes
• Inner layer – Shirt / T-shirt (wool or synthetic)
• Insulating layer – Polyester Sweater / Fleece Sweater / Insulated Down Jacket 
• Outer layer – Waterproof jacket and pants (can be rented from Tröll)
• Hiking pants / fleece pants
• Socks (wool / hiking)
• Hiking / Climbing boots (boots need to have an ankle support to protect your ankle from potential sprains while hiking; Tröll has boots rental at location if needed)
• Hat, gloves, sunglasses
• Sunscreen 
• Small water bottle
• Joy & happiness!

Challenging designed for adventurous travelers with a solid level of physical fitness and a passion for active exploration. Participants must be comfortable hiking over uneven terrain for extended periods and be in good physical condition to fully enjoy the experience.

No — this tour is not recommended at any stage of pregnancy. The Skaftafell Adventure Hike is a challenging 6-hour trek across glacier terrain, uneven surfaces, and steep trails. It demands strong physical endurance, excellent balance, and full mobility. For safety reasons — including prolonged exposure to the elements, remote terrain, and physical exertion — we do not allow or advise participation for anyone pregnant at any stage.

Please note: This is a personal choice. We have had pregnant women on our glacier hikes and we always recommend you read the description of the activity to get a better idea. In any case, feel free to contact our Service Team for further questions and concerns.

12 years old, and the minimum shoe size to be able to participate in the tour is EU 34

📍Meeting Point – Google Maps Search:Troll Expeditions Skaftafell

Hof (next to Route 1, approx. 5 hours from Reykjavík in good road conditions)

Meeting point is a short distance from the Skaftafell Visitor Centre in Southeast Iceland.

We highly recommend that you arrive at our meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time stated on your ticket. Please note that if you arrive after departure time, your place on the tour cannot be guaranteed or refunded.

How difficult are glacier hikes?

Our tours are considered to be safe for anyone in good physical condition. You have to be able to walk for about an hour up and down on slopes and uneven surface. Longer tours will be more challenging in endurance for some areas of the glacier. We also recommend you remember that we offer all the safety equipment necessary and you will be hiking with a professional and certified glacier guide. If you have specific questions regarding one of our glacier tours, feel free to email us

If I am pregnant, can I join a glacier hike?

This is a personal choice. We have had pregnant women on our glacier hikes and we always recommend you read the description of the activity to get a better idea. In any case, feel free to contact our Service Team for further questions and concerns.

How does weather affect my tour?

Wind and rain are common in Iceland, in addition to snow in the winter, but we do not let challenging weather stop us from going out and enjoy nature. All we need to do is choose our clothing wisely, which is why we recommend wearing waterproof jacket and pants as the second layer. Of course, safety is our #1 priority, in case of extreme weather or road conditions, we will cancel our tours and do our best to reschedule your booking at a further date or provide a full refund.

Do I need to pay for parking? No, you don’t! The meeting point is warm, cozy, and conveniently located close to Falljökull. Parking here is free, unlike Skaftafell, where parking fees apply.I want to rent gear from you, how do I do that?

Select extras (shoes, waterproof jacket, waterproof pants) during checkout, or rent them out at the meeting point directly with our guides.

• All day tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable. • In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions or other factors, we will assist you with re-booking to another date or booking other activities when possible, or provide a full refund.