Svínafellsjökull

Glacier Sveitarfélagið Hornafjörður, Suðurland, Iceland

What to expect

Svínafellsjökull is a stunning outlet glacier of the Vatnajökull ice cap in southeast Iceland, offering spectacular glacier hikes and ice climbing. The glacier features dramatic ice formations, deep crevasses, and crystal-clear blue ice caves in winter. It's a popular destination for adventurers and photographers, with guided tours providing safe and educational experiences on the glacier year-round. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views across the Vatnajökull National Park to the ocean on a clear day. The surrounding area offers excellent hiking trails, waterfalls, and scenic valleys, making it a great place to visit for families and nature lovers

Plan your family visit to the Svínafellsjökull with these blog insights 👇

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Iceland Camping Roadtrip - With CamperDays.de on the Ring Road with waterfalls and volcanoes

Iceland Camping Roadtrip - With CamperDays.de on the Ring Road with waterfalls and volcanoes
This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to Svínafellsjökull glacier. We "came quite close." "Extremely impressive, how such a huge glacier tongue stretches down."

Highlights: The kids were awestruck by the massive glacier. It was an amazing experience to be so close to such a powerful force of nature ✨