Sjónarsker, located in Vatnajokull National Park, is an incredible attraction that offers breathtaking views that cannot be fully captured in photos. The hike takes about 40 minutes to reach Svartifoss Waterfall and another 30 minutes to detour up to Sjónarsker. This viewpoint offers views for miles around and a beautiful landscape of the ice capped mountains in the distance.
Note: Always check trail status and weather conditions before visiting
Parking: $9 / 1,000 ISK
The parking area is part of Skaftafell (Vatnajokull National Park). Before you leave your car, make sure to remember / write down your license plate number. When you pay inside the visitors center, you’ll need to put in the license plate number and you can pay with a credit card.
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