While our specialty is exploring Iceland from the air, Skaftafell offers a wide range of unforgettable ground-based adventures worth discovering.

From guided glacier hikes and ice cave explorations to thrilling ATV tours across glacial riverbeds and rugged landscapes, the area is rich with experiences that pair perfectly with a scenic flight.

We’ve partnered with a small selection of trusted local operators — all departing from Skaftafell Terminal.

Many visitors choose to combine a scenic flight with a ground experience to see Skaftafell from both above and below.

Making the Most of Skaftafell

Skaftafell is one of Iceland’s most diverse adventure regions, offering glacier landscapes, mountain views, and wide glacial river plains beneath Vatnajökull. Whether exploring from the air or on the ground, combining experiences allows you to see this remarkable area from multiple perspectives.

For a truly unforgettable experience, many guests choose to combine a glacier hike or ATV tour with a scenic flight over the same landscapes.

See Skaftafell from Above

Explore our helicopter and airplane tours for a completely different perspective of the area.

View tours from Skaftafell