Only the brave, Challenging glacier hike in Skaftafell

On this unique day tour from Skaftafell - Vatnajökull National Park, you will embark on a glacier hike towards Only the Brave.

Only the Brave is area located at one of the outlet glaciers of Vatnajökull, but to reach it, you must traverse a landscape of impressive crevasses and shimmering ice. Once there, you can marvel at the stunning natural ice formations and peer into the entrance of this remarkable feature.

The hike itself is spectacular, with towering glacial ridges and intricate ice sculptures along the route. An experienced glacier guide will safely lead you into this frozen world, sharing insights into the hidden wonders of Europe's largest glacier.

Spending a whole day on the ice allows you to immerse yourself fully in the magic of the glacier — a must-do experience for ice and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The tour starts and ends at the Icelandic Mountain Guides Base in Skaftafell, where you'll board the Glacier Bus to the glacier’s edge. The entire adventure lasts around 5.5 hours, including approximately 4.5 hours on the ice.