Lagoons, Glaciers & Colorful Mountains Airplane Tour — Skaftafell’s Peaks & Hidden Gems
Up to 50-minute airplane flight from Skaftafell — lagoons, glaciers, Iceland’s highest peak & colorful volcanic ridges.
Take off from Skaftafell Terminal on an up to 50-minute flight showcasing the dramatic contrasts of South Iceland. Glide above sparkling glacier lagoons, trace the icy tongues of Vatnajökull’s mighty glaciers, and admire Skaftafell’s colorful volcanic ridges - with views of Iceland’s highest peak, Hvannadalshnjúkur. This panoramic journey reveals Skaftafell’s hidden gems - a landscape shaped by fire and ice.
What to Expect
- Fly across Vatnajökull Glacier and several outlet glaciers, their crevassed ice stretching far into the lowlands.
- Look down at glacier lagoons, where icebergs drift across bright waters before making their way toward the sea.
- Admire the local colorful volcanic mountains of Skaftafell, formed by subglacial eruptions. Black basalt veins cut through pale palagonite ridges, creating vivid color contrasts unique to this area.
- Spot Hvannadalshnjúkur (2,110 m), Iceland’s highest peak, towering above the Öræfajökull ice cap.
Why Choose This Tour:
Discover Skaftafell’s most striking contrasts from above — glittering lagoons, sculpted glaciers, and the vivid volcanic mountains that frame Iceland’s highest summit. Perfect for travelers seeking a short but unforgettable overview of Iceland’s glacier heartland.