Solheimajokull Glacier Guided Hiking Small Group Tour
3 hoursAdventure
- Instant confirmation
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
About this experience
Join our guided hike on the impressive Sólheimajökull Glacier for an exciting adventure in a small group. This experience is suitable for beginners and anyone who wants to explore Iceland’s incredible glacier landscapes.
Your professional guide will lead you safely across the glacier, where you will see deep crevasses, beautiful ice formations, and stunning views. Before the hike begins, the guide will show you how to use the equipment, including crampons and helmets, and give a short safety briefing.
As you walk across the glacier, your guide will share interesting information about how glaciers are formed, the local geology, and how climate change is affecting these natural wonders.
The tour is done in a small group, creating a more personal and enjoyable experience. The guide will adjust the pace so everyone can feel comfortable and safe during the hike.
This glacier hike is a great experience for first-time visitors and adventure lovers alike. Anyone with a minimum shoe size of EU 34 can participate in the trek.
Get ready to discover one of Iceland’s most amazing natural attractions and enjoy an unforgettable adventure on the ice.
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What’s included
- Helmet, harness, ice axe and crampons
- All Required Safety Equipment
- Certified glacier guide
- English and Spanish Speaking Guided glacier hike
- Conducted in a small group for a more personal experience
Not included
- Hiking boots (Add-on)
- Snacks and drinks
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum age
- 10+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
- Start times
- 11:00 · 11:30 · 14:30
Know before you go
- Proper hiking boots are required for this glacier hike to ensure safety and comfort on the ice. The boots must have good ankle support and sturdy soles so that crampons can be securely attached. If you do not have suitable hiking boots, rentals are available to book as add on.
- The minimum age is provided as a guideline. Anyone with a minimum shoe size of EU 34 can safely participate in the glacier trek.
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Scheduled daytours
Meeting point
View on map
Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot
- Address
- Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot, 221, Vik, 871, IS
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 63.53043, -19.37042
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 3 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot, 221, Vik, 871, IS.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 10 or older.
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From AED 373 per person
