South Coast and Glacier Hike from Reykjavik: Full-day Guided Tour on Sólheimajökull Glacier Tongue

Experience the wonders of Icelandic nature on a full-day guided tour of the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue. Walk on the ice field, explore ice sculptures and crevasses, and learn about the melting glaciers.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sólheimajökull - Within a little less than two hours drive from Reykjavík is Eyjafjallajökull glacier, and just a little further the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue extends down from Mýrdalsjökull, Iceland´s fourth largest glacier. A glacier hike is a great way to experience Icelandic nature. We take an easy glacier walk on crampons up on to the ice…
What's Included
  • Ice hiking gear and safety equipment provided
  • Led by a professional local tour guide
  • Comfortable transport with in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Enjoy a 2 - 2.5 hours immersive glacier hiking experience
  • Convenient round-trip bus transportation
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Embarking on a glacier hike is an excellent way to explore the natural beauty of Iceland. This fully guided, day-long trek, limited to a small group, takes you across the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue, a protrusion from the Mýrdalsjökull. From that point, you’ll engage in a comfortable 3-3.5 hour hike on crampons across the ice field, gaining knowledge…

Location
Bus Terminal Reykjavík
Vatnsmýrarvegur
BSI Bus Terminal is our centrally located Bus Terminal. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Francescolv856qg
May 10, 2025
Stunning Icelandic experience - Albert took us around Icelandic south coast. The experience was stunning. We got also some useful tips on the way of each spots. Strongly recommended!
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L2793cvviolab
Jan 6, 2025
wonder - beautiful! very long trip but worth it. amazing places... the Albert guide is the top; kind, nice and experienced!!
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956mauricev
Jan 1, 2025
Lots of fun - Highly recommended. Reasonable fitness level required. Leave 10AM and get back around 5PM. Beautiful to do in winter.
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Mikop230
Nov 19, 2024
Best Icelandic Tour - By far the best tour I’ve experienced in Iceland so far!!! Johaness and Anna are very accommodating and always make sure that no one is left behind. Johaness knows his stuff and is a very good guide, and his history of Iceland is very detailed and easy to follow. Will definitely book more tours with them while here on vacation
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V4929rvjoes
Oct 20, 2024
Beautiful views and unique experiences - The tour was a must for a visit to Iceland. Getting to see multiple waterfalls, including walking behind one is an incredibly unique experience. On top of that, Leifur was a wealth of knowledge, with stories to tell as well.
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Balbina
Sep 26, 2024
Amazing views on the South Coast - The views are amazing, highly recommended. I think the weather favored us but we managed to take very good photos at all stops.
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Davidgv2698aj
Jul 2, 2024
South Coast Wonders - The South Coast Wonders tour (Ours did NOT include the Glacier hike - but no toter choice to choose) as another nice tour. We had a driver, who was also the tour guide, Leifur. HE was a very nice guy. Answered questions and told us different stories about the area. The tour was a long one but intersting scenery along the way. We did see some beautiful waterfalls and even walked behind a big one. The black beach with the lava stacks was interesting. The glacier site makes you wonder how the climate change is effecting nature. Again, if you only have a few days in town, this is another tour to take.
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Maxew8505yw
Jun 19, 2024
Glacier Trip - Dylan was a great tour guide and the glacier was beautiful. Getting to walk inside a glacier is a very cool and unique experience. Dylan was also very nice and informative !
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987pjk
May 13, 2024
Fantastic south coast tour to Vik - Great way to experience what the South of Iceland has to offer. The guide was extremely informative. Would recommend it's to anyone who wants to see a few sites in one day.
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Elizabeth_b
May 28, 2024
No communication of cancelled trip - The trip was cancelled and no email or text was provided prior. Reykjavík excursions helped us after we arrived at the Bus Terminal. We have requested a refund. Surprised 24 hours later to have had no communication except a text asking for a review. Not sure what to suggest for future travelers re checking prior to getting to bus terminal. The weather was good and we rented a car at bus terminal and went to the waterfalls mentioned and Black Sand beach at Vik. Definitely recommend checking out the South Coast.
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From $186
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).