Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Skaftafell December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Skaftafell](https://expedia.co.uk/Skaftafell-Hotels.d6151232.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Skaftafell](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Skaftafell.d6151232.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Skaftafell Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Skaftafell.d6151232.Car-Hire-Guide)[Skaftafell Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Skaftafell.d6151232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Skaftafell ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Skaftafell Types of activities [Skaftafell travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Skaftafell.dx6151232) ![Photo by Megan McKinley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8138f60b3d8b94b702e33c71b6a66800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Megan McKinley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8138f60b3d8b94b702e33c71b6a66800.jpg) ![Photo by Jelle Canipel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/27a3b51475b5c7576e45930142c4db25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jelle Canipel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/27a3b51475b5c7576e45930142c4db25.jpg) ![Photo by Morgan Donovan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a43c2722988a7533a53b0dbbc9794b20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Morgan Donovan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a43c2722988a7533a53b0dbbc9794b20.jpg) ![Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2e8aa0fedf5d40eff55116ea42593942.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2e8aa0fedf5d40eff55116ea42593942.jpg) ![Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dade48b0e1929ce731e4d4bf5bb7813d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dade48b0e1929ce731e4d4bf5bb7813d.jpg) ## Skaftafell Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Skaftafell has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Skaftafell, 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 to Skaftafell 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. #### Places of interest in Skaftafell Skaftafell is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Skaftafell, and make it a breeze to explore Skaftafell and 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 holiday 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 to Skaftafell, 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 in Skaftafell. #### Skaftafell attractions Skaftafell 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 in Skaftafell to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Skaftafell. Looking for things to do in Skaftafell can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Skaftafell | Number of things to do | 14 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/glacier-hiking-in-skaftafell.a49963969.activity-details): £72 | | 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)[Small Group Glacier Hike and Ice Cave Adventure](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details)[Small Group Easy Glacier Hiking Tour In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details)[Small-Group 3.5 Hour Blue Ice Experience in Vatnajökull National Park](/things-to-do/small-group-3-5-hour-blue-ice-experience-in-vatnajokull-national-park.a1087220.activity-details)[Small Group Glacier Explorer tour on Vatnajokull Glacier](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-explorer-tour-on-vatnajokull-glacier.a3958410.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Small-Group 3.5 Hour Blue Ice Experience in Vatnajökull National Park](/things-to-do/small-group-3-5-hour-blue-ice-experience-in-vatnajokull-national-park.a1087220.activity-details)[Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details)[Glacier Hiking In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/glacier-hiking-in-skaftafell.a49963969.activity-details)[Skaftafell Glacier Hike - 3-hour Walk](/things-to-do/skaftafell-glacier-hike-3-hour-walk.a533998.activity-details)[Glacier Hike Captured](/things-to-do/glacier-hike-captured.a50288687.activity-details) | | With kids | [Small Group Glacier Hike and Ice Cave Adventure](/things-to-do/small-group-glacier-hike-and-ice-cave-adventure.a505936.activity-details)[Small Group Easy Glacier Hiking Tour In Skaftafell](/things-to-do/small-group-easy-glacier-hiking-tour-in-skaftafell.a508890.activity-details)[Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group](/things-to-do/glacier-hike-from-skaftafell-extra-small-group.a1054054.activity-details)[5 day hiking trip in Iceland](/things-to-do/5-day-hiking-trip-in-iceland.a48689076.activity-details) | ## What to do in Skaftafell --- ### Popular places to visit #### Skaftafell Camping 4.5/5(7 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.co.uk/Skaftafell-Camping-Skaftafell.d6102240.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.co.uk/Svartifoss-Waterfall-Skaftafell.d957205266819235840.Attraction) #### Skaftafell Visitor Centre You can learn about the history of Skaftafell with a visit to Skaftafell Visitor Centre. Discover the area's glaciers and restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Skaftafell-Visitor-Centre-Skaftafell.d959382510517977088.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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