Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Skaftafell March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Skaftafell](https://expedia.ca/Skaftafell-Hotels.d6151232.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Skaftafell](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Skaftafell.d6151232.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Skaftafell Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Skaftafell.d6151232.Car-Rental-Guide)[Skaftafell Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Skaftafell.d6151232.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Skaftafell ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Skaftafell Types of activities [Skaftafell travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Skaftafell.dx6151232) ![Breathtaking view of Skaftafellsjokull glacier tongue and volcanic mountains around on South Iceland.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151232/120f6333-980c-4586-af36-58857bf7945f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panorama Aussicht auf den Skaftafellsjökull Gletscher im Skaftafell Nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151232/f51d0f58-af31-4bd5-897e-8c2a158751a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Inside an ice cave in Vatnajokull, Iceland, the ice is thousands of years old and so packed it is harder than steel and crystal clear. Winter travel around the world. Beautiful landscape background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151232/c0aa273f-6b49-4768-adff-5a8f646f8046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![beautiful hike in the surroundings of Skaftafell. When i saw this mountain, it turns a big smile on my face! #happy #troveon #iceland #mountains #travel #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151232/99a413cc-7b7a-49b4-ac1d-ed03fd4879cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It's worth to walk about an hour to reach this waterfall in the south part of Iceland as the autumn scene here is so stunting. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151232/e61a7944-2e5c-4792-8884-833be3ce8090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Skaftafell Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Skaftafell has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Skaftafell is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Skaftafell to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Skaftafell Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Skaftafell. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Skaftafell attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Skaftafell ### Tours & day trips [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1087220/918b3d0a-378d-4f59-b692-975a779ca218.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell 3h 30m 9.2/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $178 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-3-5-hour-blue-ice-experience-in-vatnajokull-national-park.a1087220.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Adventure - from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/505936/e7689933-55a4-42c3-9ea7-61e25229d757.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Adventure - from Skaftafell 4h 9.6/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave Adventure & Glacier Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/551887/e1de878f-9cea-47e5-9d75-8c51b9013c8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave Adventure & Glacier Hike 4h 8.8/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skaftafell-blue-ice-cave-adventure-glacier-hike.a551887.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Small Group Glacier Hiking Tour from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/508890/44323088-8acd-48d1-9173-5952677ff894.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Small Group Glacier Hiking Tour from Skaftafell 4h 7.6/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1054054/e4f4aba6-0e51-4429-82fd-ae28dd730c3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group 3h 10/10 78 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $214 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Skaftafell Adventurous 5-Hour Hike Glacier Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/534033/6b7aa840-ad73-49c7-a069-1fe13238bc57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skaftafell Adventurous 5-Hour Hike Glacier Hike 5h Free cancellation available CA $215 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skaftafell-adventurous-5-hour-hike-glacier-hike.a534033.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Glacier Hike Captured](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50288687/439d8bde-80f0-4157-aed0-13f2bf49551b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier Hike Captured 3h Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-hike-captured.a50288687.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Skaftafell Glacier Hike - 3-hour Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/533998/0e3631b4-693a-4c7e-a78d-b05ddc94f356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skaftafell Glacier Hike - 3-hour Walk 3h 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $159 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skaftafell-glacier-hike-3-hour-walk.a533998.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Half-Day Vatnajokull Glacier Small Group Tour from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1054055/28fdde41-485f-4d02-8863-66d9e548be03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Vatnajokull Glacier Small Group Tour from Skaftafell 4h 30m 10/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $273 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-adventure-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054055.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Glacier Adventure From Skaftafell - Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1087221/de2f8dcb-25ef-451e-8921-b19a3f12190e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier Adventure From Skaftafell - Small Group Tour 4h 30m 10/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $316 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hour-glacier-adventure-from-skaftafell.a1087221.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Aeroplane Flight over Vatnajökull Volcanic Eruption Sites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2293566/c7dd10fd-2505-4b6d-a78e-3b35f7c131eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aeroplane Flight over Vatnajökull Volcanic Eruption Sites 50m Free cancellation available CA $589 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sightseeing-flight-over-vatnajokull-volcanic-eruption-sites.a2293566.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Aeroplane tour over black sands and riverbeds from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2293536/f9967343-45af-45c0-b288-5a90ac597466.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aeroplane tour over black sands and riverbeds from Skaftafell 45m Free cancellation available CA $555 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sightseeing-flight-over-black-sands-and-riverbeds-from-skaftafell-terminal.a2293536.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Aeroplane Sightseeing flight over Laki craters and highland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2893303/66fa30de-f966-430b-a3a0-4497febfae2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aeroplane Sightseeing flight over Laki craters and highland 50m Free cancellation available CA $589 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sightseeing-flight-over-laki-craters-and-its-surroundings.a2893303.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Ultimate Aeroplane Sightseeing Flight from Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2293522/0fe0169a-2360-40f7-a20b-2e9fb551307a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Aeroplane Sightseeing Flight from Skaftafell 1h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $944 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ultimate-sightseeing-flight-from-skaftafell.a2293522.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ### Winter activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&filter.categories=Winteractivities) ![Glacier Hike Captured](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50288687/439d8bde-80f0-4157-aed0-13f2bf49551b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier Hike Captured 3h Free cancellation available CA $223 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-hike-captured.a50288687.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Skaftafell Glacier Hike and Ice Climbing Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50922055/c9273f1b-7cef-47a6-be8c-8262c03fe784.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skaftafell Glacier Hike and Ice Climbing Adventure 4h Free cancellation available CA $386 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skaftafell-glacier-hike-and-ice-climbing-adventure.a50922055.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ![Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49963969/fc486eaf-fbd3-474b-a02b-b7522bb97857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell 3h 6/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-hiking-in-skaftafell.a49963969.activity-details?&rid=6151232&location=Skaftafell&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Skaftafell | Number of things to do | 23 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/glacier-hiking-in-skaftafell.a49963969.activity-details): CA $132 | | Top 5 things to do | [Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave Adventure & Glacier Hike](/things-to-do/skaftafell-blue-ice-cave-adventure-glacier-hike.a551887.activity-details)[Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Adventure - from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details)[Small Group Glacier Hiking Tour from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details)[Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-3-5-hour-blue-ice-experience-in-vatnajokull-national-park.a1087220.activity-details)[Glacier Explorer: Small Group Glacier Trek on Vatnajökull (Intermediate)](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-explorer-tour-on-vatnajokull-glacier.a3958410.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Blue Ice Discovery – Guided Glacier Hike from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-3-5-hour-blue-ice-experience-in-vatnajokull-national-park.a1087220.activity-details)[Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/glacier-hiking-in-skaftafell.a49963969.activity-details)[Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details)[Crystal Treasures of Vatnajökull: Ice Cave Adventure](/things-to-do/crystal-treasures-of-vatnajokull-ice-cave-adventure.a1087242.activity-details)[Skaftafell Glacier Hike - 3-hour Walk](/things-to-do/skaftafell-glacier-hike-3-hour-walk.a533998.activity-details) | | With kids | [Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Adventure - from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details)[Small Group Glacier Hiking Tour from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details)[Half-Day Vatnajokull Glacier Small Group Tour from Skaftafell](/things-to-do/glacier-adventure-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054055.activity-details)[Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details)[Crystal Treasures of Vatnajökull: Ice Cave Adventure](/things-to-do/crystal-treasures-of-vatnajokull-ice-cave-adventure.a1087242.activity-details) | ## What to do in Skaftafell --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Skaftafell #### Skaftafell Camping 5/5(5 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Skaftafell Camping, a lovely green space in Skaftafell. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Skaftafell-Camping-Skaftafell.d6102240.Vacation-Attraction) #### Svartifoss Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Svartifoss Waterfall during your travels in Skaftafell. Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers. [](https://expedia.ca/Svartifoss-Waterfall-Skaftafell.d957205266819235840.Vacation-Attraction) #### Skaftafell Visitor Centre You can learn about the history of Skaftafell with a trip to Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Skaftafell-Visitor-Centre-Skaftafell.d959382510517977088.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Skaftafell ![Jokulsarlon Lagoon which includes snow as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7233/2b92504e-abde-4a12-8e0c-2db3c1d64cd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fagurholsmyri ![I'm a horse person and of course had to take lots of photos of the beautiful Icelandic Horse. I love their wild mane that gives them a rock star look and how they seem to fit right in with the rough and rugged landscape. This guy stood and posed for me for as long as I wanted. Talk about a rock star!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7233/c8702dbf-4396-420e-8124-4b3f00a353b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Svinafell ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Skaftafell worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Skaftafell? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Skaftafell? ### Is three days enough to stay in Skaftafell? ### What are some activities to do in Skaftafell with kids? > - [Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Adventure - from Skaftafell](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details) > - [Small Group Glacier Hiking Tour from Skaftafell](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details) > - [Half-Day Vatnajokull Glacier Small Group Tour from Skaftafell](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-adventure-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054055.activity-details) > - [Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details) > - [Crystal Treasures of Vatnajökull: Ice Cave Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/crystal-treasures-of-vatnajokull-ice-cave-adventure.a1087242.activity-details) ### What to do in Skaftafell for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Skaftafell? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - [Fagurholsmyri Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Fagurholsmyri-Hotels.d7233.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Fjallsárlón ](https://www.expedia.ca/Fjallsarlon-Hotels.0-l553248635122250466-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Hotels near Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon ](https://www.expedia.ca/Jokulsarlon-Glacier-Lagoon-Hotels.0-l553248621533098576-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Reynivellir Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Reynivellir-Hotels.d697039410978570240.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hotels near Skaftafell Camping ](https://www.expedia.ca/Skaftafell-Camping-Hotels.0-l6102240-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Svinafell Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Svinafell-Hotels.d3000437759.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Fagurholsmyri ](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Fagurholsmyri.d7233.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Visit Fagurholsmyri ](https://www.expedia.ca/Fagurholsmyri.dx7233) - [Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon ](https://www.expedia.ca/Jokulsarlon-Glacier-Lagoon-Eastern-Region.d553248621533098576.Vacation-Attraction) - [Visit Reynivellir ](https://www.expedia.ca/Reynivellir.dx697039410978570240) - [Visit Svinafell ](https://www.expedia.ca/Svinafell.dx3000437759) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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