Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike

We’ll pick you up from your designated location and begin our journey along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. En route, we stop at two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls - Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Seljalandsfoss offers the unique chance to walk behind the falling water, so don’t forget your camera for unforgettable photos!

The highlight of the tour is a guided hike on the striking glacial tongue of Sólheimajökull. You’ll meet your certified glacier guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where all necessary equipment (ice axes, crampons, helmets, and safety lines) will be provided.

After a brief safety and gear session, we’ll head onto the glacier. You’ll strap on your crampons and begin the hike across a surreal landscape of ridges, crevasses, and shimmering blue ice. As part of the experience, you’ll also get an introduction to ice climbing and have the chance to try it for yourself on an icy wall under your guide’s supervision.

After this unforgettable adventure, we’ll return to Reykjavík - tired, inspired, and ready for a well-earned rest!

Disclaimer: All adventure and glacier tours are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.

Please note

For the glacier hike:

• Travelers should be prepared to walk approximately 3-4 km (1.8-2.5 miles) with an elevation gain of 100-150 meters. While the tour is rated as moderate and previous ice-climbing experience is not required, there is a moderate amount of walking over uneven glacier terrain.

• Please note that sturdy hiking boots are required for this adventure. They are available to rent for 1500 ISK if needed.

• In order to attach crampons to the hiking shoes, the minimum shoe size of the participant to join the tour is 35 EU, and the largest shoe size is 50 EU

• Safety equipment includes: ice climbing gear, crampons, walking axe, helmet, harness

• We have waterproof jackets, pants, and hiking boots available to rent for 1500 ISK each.