Easy Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier

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About this activity

No trip to Iceland is complete without seeing a glacier. It is after all a land of ice, isn’t it? And for those willing to experience it first hand we have prepared this tour on the glacier which is the closest and easily reachable from Reykjavík.

Experience the beauty of a glacier and all of its hidden treasures in a safe way accompanied by a certified glacier guide on our easy 3 hour hike designed for all travelers – you don’t have to be an athlete to experience unique Icelandic nature and the sense of adventure. Put on your crampons and head into the icy wonderland!

Our guides are all skilled and trained professionals, certified by the Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides. They have vast knowledge of geology and glaciology which they share with you in an entertaining way. Our goal is to educate and have fun on our tours at the same time, so that your experience will be both memorable and rewarding. Of course the safety of our guests is always our highest priority.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: icewalkers.tours

Ages: Adults (8–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe

Not included

Not included: hiking shoes, rain gear

Itinerary

Solheimajokull Glacier

2 hours

At the meeting point your guide will hand you over all the necessary gear – a pair of crampons, ice axe, helmet and a safety harness. After making sure everyone's well equipped you will walk around 20 min to the glacier terminus. On the way the guide will introduce you to this otherworldly landscape explaining the formation of glaciers and answering your questions.

Before stepping on the ice you will be thoroughly instructed on using the gear and the safety rules on the glacier. Then your real adventure will begin, when you meander through the walls of ice and piles of volcanic ash towards the upper plateau of the glacier, slowly immersing yourself in the world of ice. There you will take a scenic walk around, surrounded with great photo opportunities as well as points of interest to observe and learn about – crevasses, moulins and much more. Unless in the middle of the winter when everything is frozen, you will also get a chance to try the freshest glacial water.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you at the parking lot wearing a yellow Ice Walkers Tours jacket. We will also send you a message the night before with detailed instructions as to what car you will be looking for.

End point

Your guide will be waiting for you at the parking lot wearing a yellow Ice Walkers Tours jacket. We will also send you a message the night before with detailed instructions as to what car you will be looking for.