Top 10 Things to do in Skaftafell, East Region

May 8, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

Discover the best top things to do in Skaftafell, Iceland including Atlantsflug, Adventure Point, Melrakki Adventures, Glacier and Volcano Expeditions, Lac Polaire, Svartifoss Waterfall, Svinafell Glacier, Flaajokull Glacier, Skaftafellsjokull, Skeioara Bridge Monument.

1. Atlantsflug

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5.0 based on 107 reviews

Atlantsflug

We offer sightseeing flights by helicopter and fixed wing aircraft from our stations in Skaftafell Terminal which provide a breathtakingly spectacular view of glaciers, volcanoes, riverbeds and Iceland‘s unspoiled highland wonders. In Skaftafell we operate all year round from our own airfield Skaftafell Terminal–Tour Center, the largest privately owned airport in Iceland. Atlantsflug has been operating since 2004 and is built upon decades of experience flying over the South of Iceland ensuring the greatest sights and highest quality service, comfort and safety. We offer flexible solutions with any private and charter requests, and we specialize in aerial photography tours on specifically equipped aircraft with openable windows. We‘re looking forward to having you aboard!

2. Adventure Point

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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Adventure Point

Join us on an adventure of a lifetime exploring the vast and beautiful Vatnajokull outlet glaciers. Do you have a dream outing in the southeast of Iceland, or do you want us to help you design a custom tour? We can help you create a one-of-a-kind tour where you can experience the great contrasts between the mightiest glacier in Europe and the stormy seas of the North Atlantic.

3. Melrakki Adventures

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5.0 based on 186 reviews

Melrakki Adventures

Melrakki Adventures is a small, family run adventure company in Iceland. We offer glacier hiking tours from Skaftafell.

4. Glacier and Volcano Expeditions

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5.0 based on 74 reviews

Glacier and Volcano Expeditions

Glacier and Volcano Expeditions is a family company owned and operated by Guðný and Rowan, a young couple that live at the base of Icelands tallest volcano. We specialise in leading adventures within Vatnajökull National Park. Our focus is to provide environmentally sustainable expeditions of the highest possible standard of safety and experience.

5. Lac Polaire

Entre Skaftafell et Hofn, Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Lac Polaire

6. Svartifoss Waterfall

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland +354 470 8300 http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is/english/operation/visitor-centre/skaftafellsstofa
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4.5 based on 742 reviews

Svartifoss Waterfall

Reviewed By _eli_9009 - Düsseldorf, Germany

We parked at the other parking, not the main one, and walked the small trail (marked as red - difficult) up the hill. It is not really difficult, only compared to the other way from the main parking marked as blue, it is more wild (& more fun) :) In total it took us 2h walking up, staying and the waterfall taking fotos and coming back down. Be careful as some part of the trail might be covered by ice in winter (very slippery).

7. Svinafell Glacier

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland
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4.5 based on 107 reviews

Svinafell Glacier

Reviewed By Travel_Addict_Cyprus - Michigan, United States

Svínafellsjökull is one of many outlet glaciers (glacier tongues) of Vatnajökull, and part of the Skaftafell Nature Reserve. A great place to get very close to a glacier tongue. After visiting Skaftafellsjökull we drove here. Drove up the short gravel road and walked to the Svinafellsjökull glacier. We kept hiking to the left, over the rocky trail, for amazing views of the glacier. Then walked on the "mound" to the right, in the amazing field of lupines. Great photo ops. I personally loved Svinafellsjökull and it was really amazing to see the glacier from such proximity (unlike Skaftafellsjökull). We stayed here for a couple of hours, just sitting around and enjoying the views. From here we drove to Fjallsárlón, and then to Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach, before we headed back to Reykjavik. What a great day exploring Vatnajokull National Park and its amazing sights!

8. Flaajokull Glacier

Marked gravel road between Smyrlabjorg and Hoffell, Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland +354 578 2550 http://intotheglacier.is
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Flaajokull Glacier

9. Skaftafellsjokull

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland +354 470 8300 http://www.vatnajokulsthjodgardur.is
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Skaftafellsjokull

Reviewed By LouRod17 - Philadelphia, United States

The glacier is a nice hike away from the visitor center, I’m guessing a bit over a mile each way. The hike is worth doing as you get to enjoy the scenic views surrounding you. Once there, you can walk around the large open area. There looks to be the beginnings of a lagoon with a small stream of glacier water pouring into it. You can get close to the glacier and some folks were climbing up the sides of the glacier. Fantastic experience. There is parking and a cafeteria at the visitor center.

10. Skeioara Bridge Monument

Skaftafell, Vatnajokull National Park Iceland
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Skeioara Bridge Monument

Reviewed By AznNomad - Washington DC, United States

Without knowing too much about this monument, it was a stark contrast to see hunks of metal jutting from rocks in a desolate area.

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