Vatnajökull Glacier Zip-Lining and Hiking Excursion near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

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3.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
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Take your vacation in Iceland to new heights on this adrenaline-filled glacier zip-lining and hiking excursion near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon!

May 2025
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Meeting point:
Ice Pic Journeys, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Parking Lot, í Hornafirði, Jökulsárlón, Glacier Lagoon, 781, Höfn, Iceland
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Cancellation: Flexible
Weather guarantee:Free rescheduling or refund if the activity must be cancelled due to bad weather.
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Attention thrill seekers and outdoor adventure lovers - a guided 3.5-hour excursion, Vatnajökull Glacier zip-lining in Iceland near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is an experience of a lifetime not to be missed! Welcoming explorers ages 10 and up.

Along with its volcanos and dramatic landscapes, the glaciers of Iceland are world-renowned for their striking beauty. They cover approximately 11% of the country's topography and continuously change in size, shape, and colour after the summer months. The most famous of Iceland's glaciers is Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe whose titanic size spans an amazing 8,100 square km (3,127 square miles). To fully immerse yourself in Iceland's natural wonders and for moments of unparalleled excitement, join this excursion, Vatnajökull Glacier zip-lining and hiking near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon!

The fun starts at the meeting point in the parking lot near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where you and your small group will be greeted by a certified glacier guide. After a safety and itinerary briefing, you'll board the 4x4 vehicle and set out on the 30-minute scenic drive to the Vatnajökull Glacier. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the magnificent landscapes en route as your guide shares fascinating facts about Iceland's glaciers and this unique region.

Upon arrival, you'll receive the glacier hiking and zip-lining equipment, which includes a helmet, crampons, and a harness. Next, you'll depart on the 30-minute hike to the Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier (an outlet of the Vatnajökull Glacier) at a pace that is customized to the stamina of the group. Traversing mostly flat and rocky terrain, you'll take in your otherworldly surroundings of peaks and ice. Once you've reached the Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier, the guide will give an introduction to glacier hiking, zip-lining, and equipment use, placing an emphasis on fun and safety.

With your crampons on, you'll walk on the Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier, observing deep ice crevasses and moulins as you go. Then, daredevils will rejoice, and you'll be hooked into the zip-line with the instructor double-checking the equipment before your adrenaline-fueled flight over a deep glacier moulin! With 2 zip-line flights per participant, you'll get to re-live the phenomenal moment. Buzzing from your accomplishment, you'll hike back to the base of the glacier and return to the 4x4 vehicle and the original meeting point with lasting memories of this thrilling tour, Vatnajökull Glacier zip-lining and hiking near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon!

For an unforgettable adventure in Iceland, book an incredible excursion, Vatnajökull Glacier zip-lining and hiking near the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon!

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