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Skaftafell Surroundings

Explore the wonders of the South Coast from above

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About Tour

On this breathtaking flight, you will fly over the vibrant Skaftafell valley surrounded by enormous glaciers and you'll fly close to Öræfajökull Volcano that is known for its soaring, ice-capped peak, the highest in Iceland.

Highlights

Skaftafell National Park
Skeiðarársandur Black Beach
Skeiðarárjökull Glacier
Öræfajökull Glacier
Volcanoes

Included

Airplane Ride

What to bring

Warm clothes
Sturdy shoes
Camera

Tour Snapshot

Availability All Year

Duration 90 min 2 hours

Departs From Skaftafell

Difficulty Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.

Group minimum 2 passengers

Pick Up No

Meet on Location Yes

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Itinerary

You don't want to miss this experience which tumbles over black basalt columns and the black sand beach to the south and west!

This short 15-minute tour will take you on an enchanting tour over the spectacular scenery that surrounds the Skaftafell National Park, encompassing the jet-black sands of the volcanic Skeiðarársandur Beach – famed for its stunning glacial riverbeds and the iconic abstract patterns that populate its sands.

Alongside the famous Skeiðarárjökull glacier and the mighty Öræfajökull volcanic glacier that is dominated by Mt. Hvannadalshnjúkur – Iceland’s tallest peak.

It is an unforgettable ‘flash’ sightseeing experience that everyone is sure to appreciate – allowing you to cram some of Iceland’s most famous sights into a short period of time.

Note: This tour is an airplane tour

Meeting point

The tour is operated from Skaftafell Terminal – Tour Center. The best way to get there is to drive on road nr. 1 and turn off the road to the opposite side of Skaftafell National Park. GPS coordinates: 64°00’10.7″N 16°56’29.4″W

Please Note

Minimum number of participants: 3 (15 minutes) / 4 (90 minutes).
You’re welcome to book even if fewer - we’ll do our best to match you with other travelers.
Atlantsflug reserves the right to adjust departure time or route depending on weather and aircraft.