Buongiorno, la cosa più semplice è portare uno smartphone appresso e fotografare le mappe che si trovano al Visitor Center all'ingresso. Ad ogni buon conto, i due sentieri che ho fatto io sono facilmente percorribili anche senza mappa, visto che le varie tappe sono segnalate con cartelli. Buon divertimento!

We hiked in the park on our own but did not go on the glacier. Not sure what specific trail we did but it was a loop

We didn't use a guide at all. All paths are clearly marked. We hiked many things with our elderly parents so kids that age shouldn't be a problem.

about 3 hours

Hi there. Yes, you can get to both the National Park and to the glacier's edge. Upon entry (paid parking) you will find some very helpful maps, along with a tourism station. The park and falls are to the left and the glacier walk to the right. Glacier walk is beautiful and very flat. (easy hiking). You can also take a paid Glacier walk with a group (about $200 per person) to get on top of the Glacier. You need to reserve in advance at the tourism hut. I did not see a vew to svinafellsjkul. Have fun!

8:00-21:00

Guides aren't necessary for the trails. They're well marked. You'll like both S1 and S2 trails. S1 to glacier is flat and scenic. S2 had some climbing but my 76 yr old husband handled it will.

Watwerproof and warm shoes or boots.

We went during summer which has no night time for us! Can hardly see sunset even at 0200! Not sure during autumn or winter. Better go as early as possible as I believe sunset very early!

Hola No creo sea necesario un guía, nosotros hicímos el recorrido reseñado sin ninguna dificultad pues está muy bien señalizado. Si tienes alguna duda más, no dudes en preguntar.... Un saludo