Lagoons, Glaciers & Colorful Mountains Airplane Tour — Skaftafell’s Peaks & Hidden Gems

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.