From Kirkjubæjarklaustur, journey to Skaftafell Nature Reserve for a day of hiking to Svartifoss and an exhilarating glacier hike, concluding with a scenic viewpoint.
Svartifoss (Route S2)
Embark on a moderate hike to Svartifoss, the 'Black Waterfall,' famous for its hexagonal basalt columns resembling a pipe organ. The trail offers diverse landscapes and rewarding views.
Skaftafell Visitor Centre
A brief stop at the visitor center for facilities and to prepare for your glacier adventure. This is the meeting point for the guided glacier hike.
Skaftafell Glacier Hike
Join a guided glacier hike on Svínafellsjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull. Explore the ice formations, crevasses, and breathtaking blue ice, departing at 14:30 (arrive by 14:10).
Skaftafellsjökull Glacier Viewpoint
Enjoy panoramic views of the impressive Skaftafellsjökull glacier, a tongue of the vast Vatnajökull ice cap, from a designated viewpoint. Witness the scale of the ice.