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 Giusi 
 
7 October 2026
 
 
  

It was a great experience, I truly recommend it. The guides were kind and the glacier is amazing. They let us did the experience even if it rained all day. Most of all, the company is efficient and kind. We had the tour planned for the morning at 9 but an issue with the car prevented us to be there in the morning. The company promptly and quickly replied to our message (even though we contacted them at 8:30 pm), giving different options to postpone our activity without loosing any money.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lisa Follett 
 
6 October 2026
 
 
  

We had the best time on our glacier hike. Barbara was a great guide. She was knowledgeable about the glacier and made the trip really fun. We felt safe and confident with our fearless leader. 😁
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ivan 
 
6 October 2026
 
 
  

We had a fantastic experience, and our guide Damian was excellent. He was very attentive, answered all our questions with great patience, and made sure we had plenty of time to take photos in the most beautiful parts of the cave. He made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Carlotta 
 
6 October 2026
 
 
  

La nostra guida, Thomas, è stata fantastica. Ha accompagnato l’escursione con delle spiegazioni semplici e curiosità. Il ghiacciaio è meraviglioso, abbiamo avuto l’opportunità, nonostante fosse il 1 ottobre, di visitare ben due grotte di ghiaccio. Ne vale assolutamente la pena!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jean-Philippe Gagnon 
 
5 October 2026
 
 
  

On a adoré l'expérience Ice Cave with Discovery. La 1ère grotte est fun mais c'est le tourisme de masse à son fort MAIS la partie discovery qui est une randonnée guidée sur le glacier valait son pesant d'or. Des guides sympathiques qui répondent à nos 10 000 questions et qui savent où nous amener pour vivre une expérience hors du commun et qui veillent à notre sécurité. On se croyait sur une autre planète. C'est quand-même sportif comme expérience et requiert de l'équilibre. Amenez-vous un snack, c'est important.
100% sur toute la ligne.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
5 October 2026
 
 
  

Very cool and our guide was a gem :)
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Stefan 
 
3 October 2026
 
 
  

Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis, wow! Alex hat die Tour souverän und unterhaltsam geführt und wir fanden den gezahlten Preis angemessen…
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jennifer 
 
3 October 2026
 
 
  

Tutto perfetto, la guida è stata coinvolgente, suggestiva e simpatica. Non abbiamo potuto vedere la grotta più grande perché purtroppo allagata quindi abbiamo visto due bellissime grotte blu… spettacolari! Super consigliato
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 GetYourGuide Traveller 
 
26 September 2026
 
 
  

氷河のけっこう上のほうまで登りました。 クレバスの生成やモレーンの話など面白かったです。 なかなか他ではできない体験だと思いました。 バスではなく4輪駆動車で氷河に近いところまで行けるのも、無駄に歩くところが少なくて良かった点です。
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Chaithra D 
 
23 September 2026
 
 
  

Time of our lives
The guide was extremely nice and kind and accommodating to us. So glad we booked this.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mateusz 
 
21 September 2026
 
 
  

We had an awesome hike with our Polish guide, Michal! He was very patient, explained everything clearly, helped us with our gear, and answered all our questions.

The glacier is absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky to have perfect weather. I wish we could have hiked a bit further up, but with a mixed group, different levels of experience, and limited time, I understand that it’s difficult.

On the way back, Michal also showed us some of the techniques and equipment used in more challenging conditions, which was super cool as well!

Overall, a great experience and a fantastic guide!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jeroen 
 
21 September 2026
 
 
  

Our guide was very passionate and energetic and had loads of interesting facts for us. The feeling of standing on top of a glacier (outlet) is very powerful. We definitely recommend this activity.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jenn Re 
 
20 September 2026
 
 
  

Wir hatten für den 15.09. die Tour Glacier Encounter gebucht. Da wir bisher keine Erfahrung mit Gletscherwanderungen hatten, haben wir uns für die Einsteigertour entschieden. Die Tour war wunderschön und ist für jeden Einsteiger auch problemlos machbar. Unser Guide Michael war super nett und hat sich sehr viel Zeit genommen und alles ausführlich erklärt. Die Atmosphäre in der Eislandschaft ist einzigartig und faszinierend. Wir empfehlen jedem der nach Island reist eine solche Tour zu machen, es lohnt sich wirklich.
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 Monika 
 
19 September 2026
 
 
  

Alex was an amazing tour guide
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Alejandro 
 
17 September 2026
 
 
  

La actividad fue genial, en todo momento nos sentimos cómodos y seguros. Las explicaciones del guía eran perfectas para entender cómo se había formado el glaciar.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lauren Grote 
 
12 September 2026
 
 
  

One of the highlights of our long trip to Iceland and worth every penny!!!!! We had the absolute BEST guide, Sam. Her energy and knowledge made the tour spectacular, and this very moderate hike gave us some of the best glacier views we have ever seen. Thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jochum Binnema 
 
9 September 2026
 
 
  

Enorm goede gids, met goede uitleg skills.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Lindsay Loyd 
 
2 September 2026
 
 
  

My family and I did the Glacier Encounter tour with Hannka. She was an excellent, knowledgeable, and helpful guide. We found the 3 hour tour to be plenty of time to explore, although we may have benefitted from being a small group (only 6) and we had a guide who was mindful of other larger groups on the glacier and hitting the hot spots strategically to avoid crowds or having to wait for our turn. The crampons were great, after the first few steps, it was easy to settle in. We had a gray day so we were glad to have layered up. On a sunny day, i would imagine you might overheat, and possibly sunburn. SPF and coverage needed for sure!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Aarica Cleveland 
 
2 September 2026
 
 
  

The glacier hike was absolutely the highlight of our ring road trip. Hanka (sorry, I'm not sure on spelling) was a fabulous guide. The glacier itself was incredibly beautiful.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Leslie Berman 
 
27 August 2026
 
 
  

Just finished the four hour glacier tour and having nothing but the high praise for the quality and awesomeness of this experience. Michal was an incredible guide providing us with an amazing narrative of glacial history and ecology. Highly recommend this company and getting close up and personal with Vatnajökull!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Nina Ceres 
 
27 August 2026
 
 
  

On a adoré l'expérience ! On a pris par local guide parce que notre livre de voyage le proposait.
Notre guide était adorable et nous a donné pleins d'informations sur le glacier et il était content qu'on lui pose des questions.
On est monté haut sur le glacier, plus haut que les autres groupes avec d'autres guides, c'était génial car on était seul dans l'immensité de la glace.
On peut louer des chaussures pour 16 euros environ et ils nous prêtent des pantalons imperméables si besoin.
Groupe de 8 ou 10.
On recommande !
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 BigFamilyofTravelers 
 
22 August 2026
 
 
  

Good guide, worth it
Our guide Thorir was amazing. He was knowledgeable, down to earth, experienced and safe and even took some pictures for us. There is a 25 minute drive from the pickup point and about an hour on the glacier. You learn a ton and we got to do two small ice caves.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Mark D 
 
17 July 2026
 
 
  

Amazing experience!
My family and I did the four hour glacier hike in July 2026 with Local Guide. The four of us were part of a group of eight (I believe that’s the max group size). Our guide was Michal (from Poland!) and he was simply excellent! From start to finish Michal was friendly, informative, patient and fun. The hike on the glacier and the scenery was stunning and was one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland - what a beautiful country. I would thoroughly recommend this experience to anybody thinking of doing it - thank you Michal for such a great experience.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Benjamin H 
 
13 July 2026
 
 
  

Great Guide, Highly Recommend
We had a fantastic time walking the glacier and learning about many aspects of it, thanks to our guide. The beginner tour is not intense at all, just requires some light hiking. Shoutout to Barbara, 5/5 guide!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Marc-Antoine B 
 
9 July 2026
 
 
  

Merveilleuse sortie pour débutant!
Superbe sortie sur le glacier avec notre guide Barbara. La description du tour est vraiment à point. La guide va a un rythme adéquat pour débutant et a à cœur la sécurité de tous. Merveilleuse sortie sur un site d'une beauté grandiose. J'en garderai un très beau souvenir. Je recommande!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Connecticutgoodtogo 
 
11 June 2026
 
 
  

Doesn’t get better than this!!
We lucked out with has to be the best guide ever! Michal’s knowledge of glacial history was phenomenal. His instructions on everything from crampon to position of stepping (up slope, down slope, on gravel vs. rock vs. ice ensured a safe and easy trip for all of us. He took pictures of all of us, let us repel downslopes, and just…made the trip one to remember. Forever!! Will recommend this to anyone I know coming to Iceland! Hope to see you again, Michal!! Ellin Van Leeuwen
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sanjay N 
 
7 June 2026
 
 
  

Grwst experience
Great experience. Great location for pickup, knowledgeable guide and perfect sight seeing. We loved it.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Valerie from PA 
 
7 June 2026
 
 
  

Excellent - wouldn't do a 4-hour tour with anyone else
Outstanding experience. Would highly recommend Local Guides. First they drive you in a four wheel drive vehicle directly to the glacier so you avoid hiking unless then optimal areas. Our guide took us and much better way than we saw other groups going where we got to be on the glacier much more. Great setup to fit you with crampons; great gear. Didn't waste time standing around talking... Truly outstanding glacier experience maximising time moving on the glacier. Can't imagine it being any better.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Teddy H 
 
4 May 2026
 
 
  

The once in a lifetime experience
What an adventure. I highly recommand Local Guide. Our guide was awesome. Since the caves weren't as extraordinary as usual, Mike took the time with our small group (about 11 people) and brought us to two small caves, we had a nice hike on the glacier. He taught us a lot about the region. The tour that was expected to last 3 to 4 hours lasted 5 hours. That was definitely a great experience
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Alma G 
 
21 March 2026
 
 
  

Do not miss this one
Beautiful caves, we saw four and hiked the glacier while walking from cave to cave. Takes about 3 hours and they are very well organised. Timely, proffessional and our guide Mika was great. He is full of stories just ask a question and he goes on. May seem pricey but this one is worth that price.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 karen reyes 
 
29 January 2026
 
 
  

Best glacier tour ever
We had an incredible experience exploring the glacier! Michel's guidance was exceptional—he shared fascinating history about the glacier, ensured our safety, and made the tour unforgettable. It truly felt like the best and most immersive way to experience such a unique place. This is an adventure everyone should try at least once!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Merrill Blake 
 
16 July 2025
 
 
  

Awesome Hike
We had an amazing day hiking the glacier with Damien. He is FANTASTIC, very knowledgeable. He took care to make sure our small group stayed safe & together.  We chose the moderate/advanced hike - it was a top 10 experience & the highlight of our trip. The fog began to lift as we were at the 2nd plateau & we were greeted by amazing views & landscape.  Highly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sietske Couperus 
 
11 May 2025
 
 
  

Amazing experience
We had such an amazing time with Kish as our guide! Once in a lifetime experience for sure! We felt really safe and we learned a lot of mountaineering skills and interesting stuff about the gorgeous glacier!