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Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali

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Overview

In this glacier walk with a local guide from Hali you experience the wonders of Vatnajökull glacier. Our guide takes you on an unforgettable journey on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull’s biggest outlet glacier. The trip starts at Glacier Adventures base camp in Hali, where your guide drives you to the glacier area, away from the crowds and off the beaten path where you can breathe in the fresh glacier air.

The tour can take between 3,5 and 4 hours (1,5 - 2 hours on the glacier), including drive back and forth from our base camp. This tour is moderated and can be done by most children and adults.

What's Included

  • Super jeep ride
  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Hiking boots
  • Good clothing based on weather. 3 layers on top: base layer, light sweater like fleece and water or windproof top. Light warm pants and waterproof if needed.
  • Thin had and gloves
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hali 2
Suðursveit, 781 Höfn í Hornafirði, Iceland

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Vatnajokull Glacier

In this glacier walk with a local guide from Hali you experience the wonders of Vatnajökull glacier. Our guide takes you on an unforgettable journey on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull’s biggest outlet glacier. The trip starts at our meeting point in Hali, where your guide give you all the needed equipment for the tour and then we drive to the glacier area, away from the crowds and off the beaten path where you can breathe in the fresh glacier air. The tour can take between 3,5 and 4 hours (1 – 1,5 hour on the glacier), including drive back and forth from our pick up location at Hali. This tour is moderated and can be done by most children from 10 years old and adults. Before we start the drive we need to gear you up. It’s necessary to have the correct footwear for glacier hiking. We’ll have the hiking boots ready for those who have rented such. We walk through a wonderland of glacial ice sculptures, ridges and the deep crevasses of the glacier.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Availability: 9:00, 14:00
  • Group max: 12 persons
  • Group min: 2 persons
  • Difficulty: Moderate

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-11166P1

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Average 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 448 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Super jeep ride.
  • Helmet.
  • Harness.
  • Glacier crampons.
  • Ice axes.
  • Guided tour with a local.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hiking boots.
  • Good clothing based on weather. 3 layers on top: base layer, light sweater like fleece and water or windproof top. Light warm pants and waterproof if needed.
  • Thin had and gloves.
  • Camera (optional).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Super jeep ride
  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Glacier crampons
  • Ice axes
  • Guided tour with a local
  • Hiking boots
  • Good clothing based on weather. 3 layers on top: base layer, light sweater like fleece and water or windproof top. Light warm pants and waterproof if needed.
  • Thin had and gloves
  • Camera (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Availability: 9:00, 14:00
  • Minimum age: 10 years old, children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Meeting point: Glacier Adventure Base Camp in Hali
  • Area: South East Iceland
  • Duration: 3 1/2 - 4 hours
  • Type: Half day-tour
  • Group max: 12 persons
  • Group min: 2 persons
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • RENTED EQUIPMENT
  • Rain gear for 1000 ISK
  • Hiking boots for 1000 ISK
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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