Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Small Group Blue Ice Adventure
Overview
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3 hours
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Experience Iceland’s icy wilderness on this small-group, beginner-friendly glacier hike on Sólheimajökull. Feel the ice crunch under your crampons and discover hidden ice formations and deep blue crevasses that are impossible to see from a distance. Your professional, friendly guide ensures a safe, supportive experience, providing all necessary glacier gear and clear instruction every step of the way. No prior experience is needed, making this an ideal adventure for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. With multiple daily departures, this tour fits easily into any South Coast itinerary. Step onto the glacier curious, and leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper connection to Iceland’s ever-changing glacial world.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35
Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent for a fee if needed)
The tour is rated as easy - no prior experience is needed but guests should expect to walk ~3km over uneven terrain
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.
What To Expect
Join us for an unforgettable glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, meaning ''Home of the Sun Glacier'', one of Iceland's famous natural wonders. Located on Iceland’s iconic South Coast, this adventure is for anyone who wants to touch real ice and see the wonders of a glacier firsthand. It is a perfect blend of easy exercise and breathtaking scenery. Your adventure begins at our base in the Sólheimajökull Parking Lot, about a 35-minute drive from the town of Vík. Here, you meet your friendly, certified glacier guide. After a safety briefing and gear-up, you’ll embark on a scenic walk toward the ice, passing a glacier lagoon where blue icebergs float beautifully in the water. Once we step onto the ice, you’ll discover a frozen world of towering ridges and deep blue formations. Our friendly local experts will be right beside you to ensure you feel safe and confident, while they bring the glacier to life with stories of the glacier - how it was formed, how it is changing, and why it is so special to Iceland. We keep our groups small for a more personal experience with plenty of time for questions, making this a top choice for families, couples, and solo travellers.
Options
Meet on Location
What‘s Included
Small group guarantee
Use of glacier gear - Glacier crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe
Expertly guided glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier
Hiking shoes (available to rent)
Food and drinks
Waterproof gear (available to rent)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
529 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family friendly but not really a three hour hike
Melissa O,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Felt very safe, and our guide Anna was awesome! However half our time was putting on gear. Would've liked more time on the hike.
Our tour guides were...
Michael F,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guides were amazing! My wife was a little nervous to do the tour, but ended up having a blast! We may have overlayed though as we were sweating pretty profusely by the end.
Probably my favorite experience while in Iceland.
jjroxxz,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Probably my favorite experience while in Iceland. Really had a sense of adventure and staff was great
This was a great...
Natalie N,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience! Shawn did a great job guiding our tour- good knowledge and information, great wirh the safety info, and then he took us into a little valley/ravine on the glacier which was awesome. The only thing I wanted differently was more time to explore on the actual glacier itself!
execllent
petersR6939BN,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniel was an excellent guide, friendly patient, kind, knowledgeable and funny!
10/10 experience!!
Julia K,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience with Daniel as our guide! I felt safe the whole time & it was so beautiful! My sister was able to do the whole hike at 6 months pregnant with Daniel staying by her side the entire time, so definitely a doable hike. Def recommend!!
Well organized and great guide
ChemaVVill,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.003 hours tour in the glaciar with excellent weather. Well organized with perfectly guided for non experienced visitors. Anna our guide was great. Thanks
Arctic Adventure Done Right
Noe L,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guides were incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and made safety a top priority throughout. I'll absolutely be booking with them again on my next visit and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable experience.
Fun and informative....
amy,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun and informative. Daniel, our guide, was outstanding. He was extremely friendly and kept everyone safe. I highly recommend him.
Very safe and cool...
Jay B,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very safe and cool experience. The guides were knowledgable, friendly, and got you out on the activity as fast as they could. Did it at the end of May and was still a lot of glacier to see and explore
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