Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike - Meet on Location
Tour Operator: Arctic Adventures
Meet us at the Sólheimajökull Glacier parking lot for an unforgettable ice adventure. This small-group tour includes a guided glacier hike and optional ice climbing - no previous experience needed.
Your certified glacier guide will provide all the necessary equipment, including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and safety gear. After a safety briefing and gear fitting, you’ll hike across the glacier’s stunning landscape of crevasses, ice ridges, and blue-hued formations. Along the way, you’ll learn about the glacier’s geology and dynamic nature. You will be able to witness some breathtaking panoramic views, as well as crevasses, ridges and even an ice wall where you will have an introduction to ice climbing and will be able to experience it firsthand.
Meet on location: Please be ready at the Sólheimajökull Parking Lot. Distance from Reykjavik approx. 164 km / 101 mi. GPS 63°31'00.48"N, 19°22'00.12W(WGS84)
We have waterproof jackets, pants, and boots available to rent for 1500 ISK each.
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.