Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Small Group
4.8 · 177 Reviews
Excellent Quality
Overview
Add more adventure to your glacier hike! This tour includes optional introductory ice climbing - an exciting chance for beginners and adventurers alike to scale an ice wall with expert guidance. This is a small group adventure, limited to 8 participants per glacier guide, ensuring a more personalized experience. Your guides are not only experienced but specially certified to lead glacier and climbing tours, providing both safety and deep geological insights. Sólheimajökull is less crowded than Iceland’s more tourist-heavy spots, offering an authentic and immersive glacier experience. All skill levels are welcome. This tour is designed to be accessible even to those with no climbing or glacier experience. The tour from Reykjavík incudes sightseeing stops at Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. Relax and take in views of the South Coast - we handle the driving.
What's Included
Introductory ice-climbing (optional)
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall - from Reykjavík only
All necessary glacier safety gear (harness, helmet, glacier crampons, ice axe)
English-speaking certified glacier guide
Guided Solheimajokull glacier adventure
Reykjavík pickup and drop off - if selected
Skogafoss Waterfall - from Reykjavík only
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour is a small group adventure, limited to 8 participants per glacier guide, ensuring a more personalized experience.
Minimum age is 14 years and minimum shoe size is 35 EU
Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory
Sturdy hiking shoes, waterproof jacket and pants can be rented
This tour is rated as moderate. Guests should be prepared to hike up to 8km on uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes
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.
Reviews
4.8
based on 177 reviews