Embark on a thrilling 3-hour glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, exploring dynamic ice landscapes and volcanic sands. Customize your adventure to fit your desires.
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, exploring dynamic ice landscapes and volcanic sands. Customize your adventure to fit your desires.
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Parking Lot - Sólheimajökull is Iceland’s southernmost glacier, with ice reaching up to approximately 200 meters in thickness and a total area, including the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, of about 600 km². Beneath the main ice cap lies the caldera of Katla, one of Iceland’s largest volcanoes.
Difficulty: The glacier walk does not…
- Sólheimajökull Glacier Parking Lot - Sólheimajökull is Iceland’s southernmost glacier, with ice reaching up to approximately 200 meters in thickness and a total area, including the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, of about 600 km². Beneath the main ice cap lies the caldera of Katla, one of Iceland’s largest volcanoes.
Difficulty: The glacier walk does not require any special skills and can be enjoyed by individuals in good health.
What to bring:
Given the unpredictable Icelandic weather, it is essential to be well-prepared. It is recommended to wear warm outdoor clothing, including:
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Warm headwear, such as a woolen hat or balaclava
• Gloves
• Suitable hiking boots/shoes are required
Our guides are locals with years of experience and a passion for Icelandic nature. They will share fascinating facts about Katla and its surroundings, as well as provide engaging entertainment throughout the tour.

- Local guide
- Crampons and other safety equipment.
- Local guide
- Crampons and other safety equipment.
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Sólheimajökull is a striking and untamed outlet glacier situated in a constantly evolving environment.
The glacial landscape is breathtaking and ever-changing, featuring crevices, holes, and small hills of black volcanic sand. Occasionally, there are opportunities to peer into the small holes or caves.
The 3-hour Glacier Walk offers an incredible…
Sólheimajökull is a striking and untamed outlet glacier situated in a constantly evolving environment.
The glacial landscape is breathtaking and ever-changing, featuring crevices, holes, and small hills of black volcanic sand. Occasionally, there are opportunities to peer into the small holes or caves.
The 3-hour Glacier Walk offers an incredible adventure, allowing participants to experience the sensation of walking on glacier ice. The walk takes place on Sólheimajökull glacier, which is part of the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, located on Iceland’s south coast, near Skógar and Vík, where the glacier walk base is situated.
Efforts are always made to tailor trips to meet the needs and desires of guests.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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.