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Glacier Hike: Explore Sólheimajökull's Beauty
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Embark on a small group adventure to explore the breathtaking Solheimajokull Glacier. Discover its mesmerizing crevasses and glacier moulins in this frozen landscape experience.
Embark on a small group adventure to explore the breathtaking Solheimajokull Glacier. Discover its mesmerizing crevasses and glacier moulins in this frozen landscape experience.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sólheimajökull - This unforgettable glacier adventure offers a beginner-friendly hike on Sólheimajökull, a breathtaking outlet of Mýrdalsjökull located on Iceland’s South Coast. Participants will join a small group and meet their certified glacier guide at the parking area. Equipped with crampons, an ice axe, and a helmet, they will traverse a…
- Sólheimajökull - This unforgettable glacier adventure offers a beginner-friendly hike on Sólheimajökull, a breathtaking outlet of Mýrdalsjökull located on Iceland’s South Coast. Participants will join a small group and meet their certified glacier guide at the parking area. Equipped with crampons, an ice axe, and a helmet, they will traverse a dramatic landscape to reach the glacier, passing a picturesque lagoon adorned with floating icebergs. Once on the glacier, they will enjoy approximately 1.5 hours of easy hiking, navigating between ice ridges, crevasses, and dazzling blue formations. Throughout the journey, the guide will share fascinating stories about the climate, history, and the region, allowing ample time for photos and soaking in the views. This fun, safe, and memorable experience is ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers, with no prior glacier experience necessary.
What's Included
- All necessary glacier safety gear (helmet, harness, walking ice axe, glacier crampons)
- Small group guarantee
- Certified glacier guide
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier
- All necessary glacier safety gear (helmet, harness, walking ice axe, glacier crampons)
- Small group guarantee
- Certified glacier guide
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier
What's Not Included
- Pick up from Reykjavik
- Hiking shoes and waterproof gear (can be rented for a small fee)
- Food and drinks
- Pick up from Reykjavik
- Hiking shoes and waterproof gear (can be rented for a small fee)
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
This is an incredible opportunity to explore one of Iceland’s stunning glaciers and experience the crunch of ice beneath your crampons! In a small group led by one of our enthusiastic, certified glacier guides, participants will not only walk on the glacier but also witness its transformation up close – from deep crevasses and ice walls to moulins and a…
This is an incredible opportunity to explore one of Iceland’s stunning glaciers and experience the crunch of ice beneath your crampons! In a small group led by one of our enthusiastic, certified glacier guides, participants will not only walk on the glacier but also witness its transformation up close – from deep crevasses and ice walls to moulins and a glacier lagoon filled with icebergs. All technical equipment is provided, the pace is kept beginner-friendly, and the tour is filled with information, breathtaking scenery, and photo opportunities, ensuring you leave the ice with wonderful memories and a genuine connection to Iceland’s glacier landscape.
- Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35
- Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent for a fee if needed)
- The tour is rated as easy - no prior experience is needed but guests must be able to walk ~3km over uneven terrain
- Please note that our specialized glacier crampons are only available for shoe sizes 35-50 EU. Those with a shoe size beyond these are unfortunately unable to participate.
Location
Arctic Adventures - Glacier Guides (Sólheimajökull Base)
Departure Point: Solheimajokull Parking lot - please look for our yellow school bus
Address: GPS 63°31’00.48″N, 19°22’00.12W(WGS84)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(490 Ratings)
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William_s
Oct 24, 2025
You MUST do this when you’re in Iceland!!! - Such a fun experience. Our tour guide, Mickell, was wonderful. He took the time to ensure we all were familiar with the equipment. He provided great information about the glacier, how they are formed, what happens when they recede, melt, etc. and a general overview of glacier hiking. He hiked at a very good pace for everyone in the group and took plenty of breaks. He was charming and knowledgeable. Highly, highly recommend this adventure.
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Angelia_p
Oct 17, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience - The staff were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They explained the entire process of glaciers, stopped for breaks and pictures, and helped when needed. It was beautiful, a good workout, run by great people.
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Helen_h
Oct 16, 2025
Must do! - One of the best experiences of my life! Thanks to Francesco, our fabulous guide. I can't believe the beauty.
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Tracy
Sep 30, 2025
Not to be missed! - The tour was beautiful and not at all difficult thanks to our guide Daniel. He did a terrific job preparing us before the hike and took breaks and shared interesting facts about the glacier. We had a couple people who were struggling a little and he did a wonderful job making everyone feel like they can manage the hike. I do recommend starting off with fewer layers on because I did get warm and needed to remove my hat and coat.
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Kenneth_y
Sep 25, 2025
Daniel was an excellent... - Daniel was an excellent guide. He was clear in his instructions and guidance as he brought us through the glacier. I also appreciated him bringing us through more unexplored areas of the glacier and showing us unique features of it.
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Brandonoz9561do
Sep 23, 2025
An Incredible Sólheimajökull Adventure with the Perfect Guide - Our Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike with Steve was nothing short of amazing! His expert navigating and deep knowledge made the experience both safe and fascinating—he taught us so much about glaciers and the natural beauty of the region as we explored. The day started off a little rainy, but right as we began hiking onto the glacier, the skies cleared and gave us the perfect conditions for the adventure. It was truly unforgettable, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend this hike with Steve—it’s a remarkable experience you’ll never forget!
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Tracey_h
Sep 19, 2025
Dream come true - We loved this experience and highly recommend it. Steve was our guide and he was fantastic!! Truly amazing!
If you don't have good hiking boots you can rent them. Worth it!!
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Arianne_s
Sep 17, 2025
Beautiful hike ! - It was a beautiful hike ! Lillia was wonderful and very accommodating! I went with my Mom who is 79 and we really loved it.
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Javier_l
Sep 16, 2025
A must do - We love it! Our guide Candelaria was awesome, very knowledgeable, friendly and with a big smile the whole hike. You can tell she loves her job.
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Dominik
Sep 13, 2025
Great glacier hike with pregnant girlfriend - Super hike over the glacier with my pregnant girlfriend. She too had a lot of fun and had never done anything like this before. The 2.5 hour tour went very well even without existing toilets. We were tiptop equipped and the afternoon hike went at a pleasant pace. In the second third the sun came out, which made it a mystical experience with the fog veils, the ice in the different colors and of course the wonderful Icelandic natural spectacle! The lined up Italian tour guide was also a highlight, he did a really great job. Thanks for the great experience!
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