Sólheimajökull Glacier: Iceland's Icy Beauty

Embark on a thrilling Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike, exploring Iceland’s icy wonders with expert guides. Discover stunning landscapes and learn about geology and climate change.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Solheimajokull Glacier - Glacier hike
What's Included
  • Safety equipment
  • Experienced and qualified guide
  • Tea, coffee, water and access to restrooms at Sólheimajökull
  • Glacier gear
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Experience the untamed beauty of Iceland’s icy wilderness on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike—a moderately challenging journey across one of the nation’s most breathtaking glaciers. This tour is unique for its exceptional chance to walk on a living glacier, guided by knowledgeable, certified experts who illuminate the frozen landscape with tales of…

Location
Icelandic Mountain Guides by Icelandia - Sólheimajökull Base Camp
From the Ring Road (Route 1), turn onto Road 221 (Sólheimajökulsvegur) — it’s clearly marked and located between Skógar and Vík. Drive to the end of Road 221, where you'll find the only building in the area — this is your meeting point. Marked with the Icelandic Mountain Guides logo.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Janet
Mar 21, 2020
An incredible experience - An experience not to be missed, walking on the glacier! The staff were very professional but relaxed providing and ensuring our equipment was suitable and comfortable. Felt completely safe and so glad we did this hike. Thoroughly recommend!
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Davidbi4611hj
Mar 10, 2020
Amazing! - Had a great time. So unique and got beautiful photos. Best to be in shape as you’ll get winded during some parts. But it’s doable! Def. a must do!!
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Vacationer553886
Jan 13, 2020
Good size - Did the 4 hour glacier hike as part of a group of ~12 ppl and had a truly amazing experience and we stays at top of the glacier until after sundown. Our tour guide was Agata whose passion for her job was infectious and created a great atmosphere amongst the group. I would recommend this to anyone visiting the area - it was the highlight of my 10 day visit to the beautiful Iceland.
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Drinaho1900
Jan 6, 2020
Awesome experience - This was the first time I did glacier hike. I worried a bit about my body and the intensity. But it turned out alright. Ourr guide Mr. T was fabulous. He was energetic and knowledgeable about ice and the glacier. He taught us many things about the glacier and I can tell he loves his job. I would recommend yhis activity to all my friends traveliing in iceland.
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Tomj0384
Dec 29, 2019
Once in a lifetime - glacier hike - Fantastic tour with amazing Agata („lottery win“) thumbs up! Must do tour and one in lifetime opportunity to hike on a glacier with an amazing view and sundowner!
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Dawnrw2822bp
Dec 26, 2019
You Will Love This! - First, ask for Magnus! He was great! We were a small party of 4 and our 4 hour hike turned into a 5 hour hike we were having so much fun. It's beautiful, the climb is fun, and Magnus is a great guide. I would recommend our guide and this company to anyone. Don't miss this if you go to Iceland!
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Tiem
Dec 22, 2019
A great glacier hike - Sólheimajökull is a beautiful glacier and Arcanum Glacier Tours / Icelandic Mountain Guides run an incredibly professional with not only an eye for a scenic route but always 10/10 on safety at any time during the tour. Our guide Josh was an exceptionally knowledgable and entertaining guide, a real star who should be paid more.
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Jonathan
Dec 17, 2019
Hike + IceClimbing - We had a very nice afternoon with Rakel. As there was some availability, Iceland mountain guide went an extra mile and split our group in smaller groups which made the experience much better for us! As we did some glacier hike the previous day, Rakel offered us to focus more on IceClimbing than hiking and we really appreciated it! We could therefore climb on a few different walls. She also explained the basics very well and was very patient. We will come back again if we pass by Iceland :) Cheers, Jonathan & Galina
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N2597nbjonathang
Dec 8, 2019
First Glacier Hiking experience - amazing! - After rescheduling this hike quite easily due to bad weather conditions, we arrived the following day and had an amazing experience. 3 hour round trip hike, tiring but we'll worth baring the harsh winds and freezing temperatures. The clear skies made the scenary just phenomenal and our guide Josh was very helpful and made the experience an unforgettable experience!
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Kiwigal76
Dec 8, 2019
Glacier gloriousness! - If you are short on time or funds - this is a fantastic experience to get on top of a glacier! Great guides! Definitely instragrammable pics!
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From $153
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).