Virkisjokull Glacier Trek
Glacier Hike departing from Skaftafell National Park
For those looking for a quick but stunning adventure, this popular trip is a great eco-adventure full of variety and interest. Our famous buses leave from Skaftafell national park several times a day for the scenic 15 minute drive to Virkisj�¶kull glacier. On our way we will see impressive mountains that line the southern edge of the Vatnaj�¶kull glacier.
This is a fantastic introduction to the unique, enthralling world of ice, traversing the spectacular but easy tracks of the Virkisj�¶kull glacier, only a short distance from the Skaftafell campsite. We start with a short walk along the glacier valley where your guide will explain the unique features of the retreating paths of Fallj�¶kull and Virkisj�¶kull glaciers and their surroundings.
As we arrive at the edge of the Virkisj�¶kull glacier we will strap on crampons and make our way up the icy but easily accessible slopes, witnessing on the way the incredible ice formations and crevasses, learning about how they are formed and how the glacier continuously reshapes itself. We will approach the awe-inspiring ice fall, seeing up close how the ancient ice stoically falls hundreds of meters off the mountain top below as it flows in slow motion towards the ocean, a journey it will never complete as global warming continues to fuel its melting and slow retreat.
Guaranteed departures everyday at 09:15* 11:00, 13:00, and 15:15 from June 1st ââ?¬â?? September 1st. Free pick up from Skaftafell Campsite, Hotel Skaftafell and the camping ground at SvÃ?Ânafell.
*Transportation is not provided by the Glacier Guides for the 09:15 trip. If you have your own transportation, you are welcome to meet at us at the Virkisjokull glacier for our 9:15 trip (you will see a sign with the Glacier Guides logo at the Virkisjokull turn-out, follow this dirt road until you reach the parking lot where we will meet you.)
Itinerary / Highlights
Distance from Reykjavik: 330 km. Duration of trip: Approx 2.5 hours with transfer, 1.5 hours on the glacier. Available: from 1st of June until 1st of September. No minimum number of participants in June, July & August.Age limit: 8 years. Bring with you: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good hiking shoes are recommended! You can rent hiking shoes and waterproof clothing should you need them.
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