Skaftafellsstofa

Skaftafellsstofa is an information and education centre where visitors can find answers to their questions about the Skaftafell area, along with information about hiking trails, accommodation and nearby recreational options. 

Skaftafellstofa has an exhibition room where the story of fire and ice is told; the way in which volcanoes and glaciers have struggled to form the surrounding region and the effects of eruptions and glacial outburst floods on daily lives of people. Items from the fateful expedition of British students in 1952 are on display along with a film about the Skeidará glacial outburst floods (jökulhlaup) in 1996.

Operating hours of Skaftafellsstofa Vistor Centre in 2010:

The National Park is open to the public all year round, but visitors are responsible for their own safety. There is a spacous campsite in Skaftafell, with a special area for caravans and campers. Bookings are not needed for the campsite but groups of cars and caravans are asked to inform about their arrival in advance. The campsite is open during the summer time. Camping or overnight stays in caravans or campers, outside of the campsite, is prohibited without special permission from the Park Manager.

There are no roads in the National Park except for the tracks leading up to the farms. Parking space is available near the campsite, and trails through the park start at the visitor centre.

Park Wardens operate in the Park, assisted by Park Rangers during the summer months. Visitors are encouraged to seek information and advice from Park staff. Hiking trips led by rangers give visitors the opportunity to get to know the magnificent Skaftafell area and find out about the history and natural phenomena of the area, in the company of a well-informed guide. The hikes follow a variety of routes, and everyone should be able to find a suitable outing.

General information:
Skaftafellsstofa
Skaftafell
785
ICELAND

Tel: +354 4708300
Fax: +354 4708309
skaftafell@vjp.is