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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Small Group
Product code 5590P55
From
From EUR 182
Dates
Jan 15, 2026 to Jun 1, 2027
Start times
12:30 PM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 14-80
Options
From Reykjavík -no car needed!, From Sólheimajökull
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Duration
4 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
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From
From EUR 182
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Small Group





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Duration
4 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Why Travelers Love This
Add more adventure to your glacier hike! This tour includes optional introductory ice climbing - an exciting chance for beginners and adventurers alike to scale an ice wall with expert guidance. This is a small group adventure, limited to 8 participants per glacier guide, ensuring a more personalized experience. Your guides are not only experienced but specially certified to lead glacier and climbing tours, providing both safety and deep geological insights. Sólheimajökull is less crowded than Iceland’s more tourist-heavy spots, offering an authentic and immersive glacier experience. All skill levels are welcome. This tour is designed to be accessible even to those with no climbing or glacier experience. The tour from Reykjavík incudes sightseeing stops at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. Relax and take in views of the South Coast - we handle the driving.
Overview
Add more adventure to your glacier hike! This tour includes optional introductory ice climbing - an exciting chance for beginners and adventurers alike to scale an ice wall with expert guidance. This is a small group adventure, limited to 8 participants per glacier guide, ensuring a more personalized experience. Your guides are not only experienced but specially certified to lead glacier and climbing tours, providing both safety and deep geological insights. Sólheimajökull is less crowded than Iceland’s more tourist-heavy spots, offering an authentic and immersive glacier experience. All skill levels are welcome. This tour is designed to be accessible even to those with no climbing or glacier experience. The tour from Reykjavík incudes sightseeing stops at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. Relax and take in views of the South Coast - we handle the driving.
What's Included
Included
Introductory ice-climbing (optional)
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall - from Reykjavík only
All necessary glacier safety gear (harness, helmet, glacier crampons, ice axe)
English-speaking certified glacier guide
Guided Solheimajokull glacier adventure
Reykjavík pickup and drop off - if selected
Skogafoss Waterfall - from Reykjavík only
Not included
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Meet us at the Sólheimajökull Parking Lot - look for the yellow Arctic Adventures school bus! Sólheimajökull is ~2 hour drive from Reykjavík in good conditions (165 km / 103 miles)
End point
Meet us at the Sólheimajökull Parking Lot - look for the yellow Arctic Adventures school bus! Sólheimajökull is ~2 hour drive from Reykjavík in good conditions (165 km / 103 miles)
Pickup details
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
This tour is a small group adventure, limited to 8 participants per glacier guide, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Other
Minimum age is 14 years and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
Other
Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory
Other
Sturdy hiking shoes, waterproof jacket and pants can be rented
Other
Guests must be comfortable walking 3-4 km on uneven terrain
Other
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.8
175 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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