This tour is provided by two locally owned companies. The Quad Bike tour with Skaftafell Adventures starts at Skaftafell AIR Terminal at 10:00. The Glacier Walk starts at Glacier Adventure base camp in Hali at 14:00, around an hour drive east from Skaftafell. The age limit is 10 years old.

ATV Quad Bike Tour

Experience the thrill of a one-hour ATV tour in the stunning Skaftafell area, where nature’s beauty unfolds at every turn. Your adventure begins as you navigate the rugged terrain, driving along river beds that carve through the landscape.

As you journey, you’ll make a memorable stop at the historic Skeiðarárbrú, an old bridge with a rich legacy, offering you a moment to take in the surrounding beauty and perhaps capture some stunning photographs. Once you’ve soaked in the sights, it’s time to rev up your ATV again for the return trip.

As you make your way back to the base, you’ll be treated to incredible views of the nearby glacier, a magnificent panorama that serves as a perfect backdrop to complete your exhilarating ride.

The duration of the tour is 1 hour.

• Shared ride is price per person with two persons on each ATV
• Single ride is price per person with one person on each ATV
• The driver has to have a valid B drivers license (according to Icelandic legislation)
• The combined weight of the driver and passenger on each bike can not exceed 260 kg

Vatnajökull Glacier Walk

Our certified and experienced glacier guides will take you on an unforgettable journey to Breiðarmerkurjökull glacier, an outlet glacier from Vatnajökull, located off the beaten path and away from the tourist crowds.

Once you step onto the ice it will feel like you are located on an icy planet.  You will see crevasses, small caves or tunnels as well as little waterfalls and streams and other beautiful ice features. During the tour, you will get the chance to learn about the glacier, its history, how it was formed, how it affects our community, and how it continues to change and shape every day.

The duration of the tour is approx 4 hours including preparation and drive (1,5 hours on the glacier).

All glacier trips are taken at the responsibility of participants. Glacier Adventure does not take responsibility for accidents which are caused by their customers or can be traced to their own actions.

The tours are led by local and professional guides to give you a safe and unforgettable experience in the breathtaking Vatnajökull region. The tours start in two separate locations, there is around an hour drive between the two meeting point (68 km) so make sure to take that into consideration when planning your trip.

GLACIER WALK MEETING POINT: Our meeting point is located at our Glacier Adventure Base Camp, just a few steps away from Skyrhúsid HI-Hostel. We are located 13 km east of the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and 67 km west of Höfn. Please be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. 

You will find the Glacier Adventure meeting point on Google Maps here   

ATV QUAD BIKE MEETING POINT: is located at Skaftafell AIR Terminal. Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure time. You will find the meeting point on Google Maps here

The ATV Quad Bike Tour is operated by our local friends at Skaftafell Adventures. If you need to contact them:
Tel: +354 666 2026 – www.skaftafelladventures.is – [email protected]

Disclaimer: Driving in Iceland can be unpredictable. We recommend you to stay somewhere close to Hali the night before a morning tour. Our favorite option is Skyrhúsid HI-Hostel. You can book directly here

You can find useful information about the weather at www.vedur.is and the road conditions at www.road.is

Included on the Quad Bike Tour:

• Helmets
• Balaclava
• Insulated overall
• Gloves

Included on the Glacier Walk:

• Crampons
• Harness
• Helmet
• Ice axe if needed

No matter where you’re going in Iceland, it’s important to choose the right clothing and dress according to weather. We strongly recommend dressing in layers so it is easy to take off or put on layers depending on weather.

• Good waterproof shoes with ankle support (hiking boots )
• Thermal underwear
• Wool/fleece thermal mid-layer
• Hiking pants.
• Waterproof pants & jacket
• Gloves & hat
• Socks (wool or synthetic)
• Sunglasses
• Small backpack
• Reusable Water-bottle
• Food or Snack for a 4 hour tour (sandwich, chocolate bar, etc.)
• Camera (optional)

You can rent the following items for the Glacier Walk:

• Hiking boots 1000 ISK
• Rain gear 1000 ISK
  

Glacier Adventure reserves the rights to refuse participation of clients if not dressed according to weather since this will put the clients at risk. In such circumstances no refunds shall be given.

• Glacier Adventure reserves the right to always keep a 5% payment fee to cover costs for the booking & rescheduling.
• If you must reschedule or cancel the booking, please provide us with 24-hour notice. This way we might be able to resell the seats.
• Cancellations received less than 24 hours before tour departure, will not be refunded. This includes bookings made within 24 hours before departure.
• If clients cancel their tour more than 24 hours before departure, a 95% refund will be given.
• “No Shows” will not be refunded if the client is not on time before the tour departure.
• Glacier Adventure reserves the right to cancel your trip with your safety in mind.
• With short notice, the tours can be canceled due to safety reasons or other natural conditions. In such cases, a 100% refund is provided.

Note: We don’t refund if the client is late or doesn’t show up, or if the weather is not good and the tour is still on schedule. We recommend that participants stay in a hotel or guesthouse close to Hali the night before the tour.