Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Small Group Adventure (Easy)

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure across the breathtaking Sólheimajökull Glacier in a small group setting! Learn about the glacier’s dynamic nature and its formation while safely witnessing deep crevasses, towering ice formations, and mesmerizing moulins. Equipped with crampons and an ice pick, you’ll experience the raw beauty of this ever-changing frozen world, with an expert guide ensuring safety, knowledge, and fun every step of the way.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note that this tour departs from the Solheimajokull Parking Lot. Distance from Reykjavík appoximately 164 km/101 mi

Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35 to ensure crampons fit

Sturdy hiking boots are required (available to rent for a fee if needed)

The tour is rated as easy - no prior experience is needed but guests must be able to walk ~3km over uneven terrain

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Small group guarantee

Certified glacier guide

Guided glacier hiking tour on Solheimajokull Glacier

All necessary glacier gear needed

Pick up from Reykjavik

Hiking shoes and waterproof gear (can be rented for a small fee)

Food and drinks

What To Expect

The Glacier Experience is a small-group adventure that takes you on an easy, guided hike across the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier, hiking on the ice for ~1.5 hours. Led by an experienced glacier guide, you'll walk on ancient ice, explore its fascinating formations, and gain a deeper understanding of this frozen wonder. This popular tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the icy landscapes that give Iceland its name!

Options

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Reviews

4.81

472 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

433

The entire trip was...
Ying X,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The entire trip was wonderful, our guide is very experienced, introduced glacier very well, also he is experienced in taking care of our safety, caring everyone in the team.
Great experience!
Kim F,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was great! Got to really experience hiking on a glacier. Our guide was so knowledgeable (and entertaining). Surpassed our expectations!
You are essentially...
Dana P,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
2.00
You are essentially walking on ice with crampons. You get an ice pick for no reason? Make sure you wear shoes with ankle support or you’ll have to rent some
Harder than Easy...
Julie R,
May 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Harder than Easy designation but beautiful. Well done. Steve was great, funny and worried about group. I was 1.5 year post knee surgery and struggled.
Awesome experience
Sarah B,
Mar 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Such a cool way to experience the glacier. The guides equip you with crampons, helmets, and harnesses (for emergencies only) and go through a lot of safety information beforehand so we felt prepared. The hike itself was fairly short with multiple stops to take photos and catch your breath as needed. Our guide Encsi shared a lot of information about the glacier and answered any questions from the group. I would recommend bringing a rain jacket, thin hat to wear under your helmet (no pompom), and gloves. Maybe a small backpack if you want to bring water or anything else. I would not have gone on the glacier without a guide since they know the safest paths, so this tour was great. Would recommend, especially since walking on this glacier may not be possible in the future when the glacier melts further.