Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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This tour offers a rare chance to kayak among icebergs on a glacier lagoon—away from the crowds and deep in Icelandic nature. No experience needed, just a sense of adventure and a love for quiet, unforgettable landscapes.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be at location 30 minutes before departure
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Bring warm clothing and extra pair of socks
Please note that only one child can be booked per one adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon on a peaceful kayaking tour. Meet your expert guide at our Basecamp at Sólheimajökull parking lot, gear up in a dry suit, and learn basic paddling techniques. Using stable sit-on-top kayaks, perfect for beginners, you’ll glide across calm, iceberg-dotted waters. Surrounded by towering blue and white ice formations, enjoy a rare, quiet moment in nature. Follow your guide safely through the lagoon, passing close to the glacier and drifting icebergs while learning about the landscape’s geology and glacial history. After your time on the water, return to shore with a new appreciation for Iceland’s natural beauty. This easy yet active tour includes all gear and expert guidance.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Kayak and paddle
Technical equipment
Dry suit
Food and drinks
Warm clothing
Options
Scheduled departures
Reviews
426 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A lovely day
607laurell,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks Sebastian for being an awesome guide and helping when my arms got tired as I went solo on this experience. I thought you were very professional and a great person to guide us. We had beautiful weather but wild wind. Highly recommend to go with two as I’ve not kayaked with Icelandic wind before and it requires strength! But it’s totally possible. Enjoyed seeing the lively glacier up close.
Great experience!
Jen K,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Daniella was an amazing guide. She knew so much about the glacier and the environment. All of the logistics ran very smoothly. There was a good balance of activity and time to experience. Definitely an Iceland must!
Iceland highlight!
296tanyam,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed our kayaking tour with Fernanda. The experience from the water and having the opportunity to be up close to some of the icebergs was so special. We happened to have the best possible weather with beautiful sunshine, but we were well equipped with equipment for all sorts of weather. And Fernanda was so helpful by explaining and answering all of our questions about the landscape formation. This was a highlight of our trip!
Great kayaking adventure with Fernanda
valeriesT5207NP,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fernanda was a great guide for this kayaking adventure. She was super helpful getting us suited up and did great when a member of our party had issues during the kayak trip. She told good stories and gave us great info on the location. She also made sure to take great pictures of us. Highly recommend!
BOOK WITH FERNANDA!!
hannahpH5405YP,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fernanda was spectacular. She anticipated needs and met them all. She was very kind, thoughtful, intelligent, knowledgeable, patient, and more. Cannot imagine our tour with anyone else!
Great guide and experience
46annabel,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kayaking on a glacier is an experience to remember for a really long time. Fernanda is an experienced, enthusiastic and super cute guide who made sure we were well prepared and safe. She gave us enough time and space to explore the glacier and gave pro-tips on taking photographs and videos so that it will seem like we know what we’re doing. Overall an experience and a guide to recommend. Thank you, Fernanda!
Great experience and tour guide!
T4587DMmichaelp,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I loved this tour guided by Dianela! She is extremely knowledgeable about the lagoon and has a great sense of humor. Highly recommend to anyone interested in a unique glacier experience!
Thank you Dianela
T3767EXanneg,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walk by the glacier with a guide involved and available, easy to pick up, easy to find, very nice, thank you Dianela
Amazing Kayaking Experience.
jamesnR489MJ,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00**Unforgettable Glacier Kayaking Experience!** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an absolutely incredible time kayaking on the Solheimajokull Glacier Lagoon with Icelandic Mountain Guides! This was hands down one of the highlights of our Iceland trip. Our guide, Dianela Bergaglio, was phenomenal – knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and safe throughout the entire experience. She went above and beyond by taking amazing photos for us, which we’ll treasure forever! The company provided everything we needed: dry suits, boots, gloves – all top quality gear that kept us warm and dry. We got up close and personal with massive icebergs, paddling through the stunning glacial lagoon surrounded by breathtaking ice formations. The scenery was absolutely spectacular, and being right there among the icebergs is something you just can’t capture in words or photos (though Dianela certainly tried her best with the camera!). The whole experience was perfectly organized, safe, and truly magical. Whether you’re an experienced kayaker or a first-timer, this tour is a must-do in Iceland. Highly recommend Icelandic Mountain Guides and specifically requesting Dianela as your guide if you can – she made an already amazing experience even better!
Amazing, breathtaking, peaceful
loisc191,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my partner Greg absolutely loved the experience. We had the best guide Dianela Bergaglio who took us around the glacier and icebergs. Also gave us the best knowledge and facts. If you come to Iceland, book this straight away and with Dianela Bergaglio.
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