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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group
(834) Reviews
Iceland
About
Glacier Discovery is our most popular glacier hike for a reason—it offers an unforgettable chance to explore the spectacular Sólheimajökull Glacier safely and up close, even for first-timers. Led by certified guides, you'll walk on ice with crampons, peer into deep crevasses, and witness stunning features like ice ridges, sinkholes, and moulins that constantly change with the glacier’s movement.
What sets this tour apart is its perfect balance: it's adventurous yet accessible, educational yet thrilling. You’ll spend real time on the glacier—not just observing from a distance—gaining a deep understanding of how Iceland’s glaciers shape the landscape. With high-quality gear, small group sizes...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Coffee & Tea at Basecamp
Certified glacier guide
Use of glacier equipment - Harness, crampons, ice axe and a helmet
Use of toilet facility at Basecamp
Hiking boots
Rain gear
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Icelandic Mountain Guides by Icelandia - Sólheimajökull Base Camp
Please be at location 20 minutes before departure.
Meet us at our base at Sólheimajökull Parking Lot. Driving time from Reykjavík is 2.5 hours. Drive along Road 1 on the South Coast, then take a left turn on Road 221. After ca. 5 minute drive, you will reach the starting point.
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Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please bring good, hiking shoes (high on the ankle), warm and waterproof clothing, hat and gloves.
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A small amount of walking is involved (about an hour on the glacier itself, with multiple stops)
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group
(834) Reviews
Iceland
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About
Glacier Discovery is our most popular glacier hike for a reason—it offers an unforgettable chance to explore the spectacular Sólheimajökull Glacier safely and up close, even for first-timers. Led by certified guides, you'll walk on ice with crampons, peer into deep crevasses, and witness stunning features like ice ridges, sinkholes, and moulins that constantly change with the glacier’s movement.
What sets this tour apart is its perfect balance: it's adventurous yet accessible, educational yet thrilling. You’ll spend real time on the glacier—not just observing from a distance—gaining a deep understanding of how Iceland’s glaciers shape the landscape. With high-quality gear, small group sizes...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Coffee & Tea at Basecamp
Certified glacier guide
Use of glacier equipment - Harness, crampons, ice axe and a helmet
Use of toilet facility at Basecamp
Hiking boots
Rain gear
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Icelandic Mountain Guides by Icelandia - Sólheimajökull Base Camp
Please be at location 20 minutes before departure.
Meet us at our base at Sólheimajökull Parking Lot. Driving time from Reykjavík is 2.5 hours. Drive along Road 1 on the South Coast, then take a left turn on Road 221. After ca. 5 minute drive, you will reach the starting point.
