Top Iceland Glacier Walks

The Vatnajökull glacier ranks among Iceland’s top natural attractions, but exploring the icy terrain without a guide is dangerous. On this half-day tour, delve into the Skaftafell National Park with a certified guide and discover a world of ice formations and deep crevasses. With all the necessary safety equipment included, enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Join this totally unique experience around the world famous Glacier Lagoon. For this combo tour you will get best of both worlds. You can choose if you start with the kayaking at the Glacier Lagoon or the amazing hike up the Breidamerkurjokull Glacier. The Glacier Lagoon is famous for it's floating icebergs on the blue glacier water. In this tour you will have the chance to float around the icebergs with your expert guide who will show you all around the lagoon. After your tour on the Glacier Lagoon you will have a short break before hopping on a super jeep which will take you to the edge of the Breidamerkurjokull Glacier. After a short walk you will hike up the amazing glacier which surrounds the Glacier Lagoon. There you will learn about the features of the glacier and how the glacier has changed the last few years. Breidamerkurjokull is famous for it's crystal blue ice cave so if you are lucky you'll be able to see one of those amazing natural phenomenon.

Experience the thrill of hiking a glacier during your time in Iceland when you book this small-group tour to Skaftafell. Meet with your guide and get fitted for all of your equipment, including crampons and a harness. Then, set off into the glacial scape to explore the deep crevasses and ice formations, plus learn about Iceland’s topography.

Trek deep into Skaftafell National Park and marvel at Iceland’s beauty on this adventurous glacier hike. Make your own way to Skaftafell and gear up for rugged trails to the tongue of the Falljökull Glacier, an outlet of the Vatnajökull ice cap. Along the way, discover crevasses, ice caves, and waterfalls while a guide explains the region’s geology—insights you wouldn't get on your own.

Hiking on a glacier can be difficult to accomplish on your own. Skip the hassle of planning logistics when you book this half-day small-group hiking tour around southern Iceland's Sólheimajökull glacier. Follow your hiking guide over the rugged terrain and learn about the glacial formation as you walk. All necessary equipment and safety briefings are provided.

Trek across a magnificent glacier on this tour of one of Iceland’s natural treasures. The adventure starts at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, where you’ll meet your guide and receive instruction on how to walk on glaciers. You’ll then make your way by super jeep to the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, where you’ll take an 4-6 km hike across the ice.

Indulge in a thrilling adventure on Sólheimajökull Glacier, featuring ice climbing and a guided hike across stunning icy terrain. With certified glacier guides, small group sizes, hotel pickup, and all gear provided, safely explore crevasses, ridges, and vibrant blue ice while scaling a frozen wall—no prior experience needed. Perfect for adventurers seeking an off-the-beaten-path, hands-on glacier experience in Iceland.

An unique combo tour experience in Iceland! Experience the extraordinary with our exclusive tour package, blending the serene beauty of Iceland's glaciers with thrilling adventures that will leave you breathless. Glide through icy waters amidst towering icebergs and embark on an intimate glacier hike guided by seasoned experts. This is the only tour of it´s kind in Iceland. It's not just a tour; it's an unforgettable odyssey into the heart of Iceland's natural wonders, waiting to be explored and cherished.

The Vatnajökull glacier is widely considered the jewel in Skaftafell National Park’s crown, but the icy terrain holds hidden dangers. On this ice-caving tour, hike around and beneath the Vatnajökull glacier with your certified guide, and explore millions of years of natural geology. With crampons and safety equipment included, enjoy uninterrupted views over the icy landscapes for which Iceland is famous.

Discover Iceland's southern coast and embark on a glacier hike on a full-day small-group tour. Travel comfortably by minibus between the Reynisfjara black sand beach, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and the Sólheimajökull glacier, where you can walk on the ice. Pickup is available from designated bus stops and select hotels in Reykjavik for convenience.

Embark on an adventure like no other on a thrilling small-group tour that combines exploring and climbing on Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull. Scale towering ice walls and descend into crevasses and experience the raw power and beauty of the glacier up close on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Iceland's icy wilderness.

Go on a memorable adventure on this guided trip to an ice cave in Vatnajökull National Park, and let your driver manage a Jeep ride from Jökulsárlón to the base of Vatnajökull. Once you arrive, you are given all the equipment you need—crampons and helmets—to walk on the glacier and enter the cave safely. Then, learn about the history of the caves and their seasonal changes, and be able to choose to explore the cave on your own or with a guide.

Hike along the Svínafellsjökull Glacier and climb a blue ice wall on this half-day experience from Skaftafell. Suitable for beginners, the hike combines expert tuition and safety briefings for a hassle-free experience. Take in the spectacular mountain scenery and glacial sights as you climb and hike, and learn about the ice formations as you go. Even better, all equipment is included, so you don't need to bring a thing.

Short Skaftafell Glacier tours often stay on the crowded edge of the ice, so you see little of what makes a glacier worth the trip. Head deeper on a longer hike that reaches the blue ice, moulins, and crevasse fields beyond the busy access points. Move at an unhurried pace with a guide leading the route, using provided crampons and an ice axe for the terrain.

Head out on a thrilling ice adventure to the Skaftafell Ice Cave from Hofn. Traverse Europe’s largest glacier, and Iceland’s highest mountain range, to reach the entrance of the ice cave. Admire the beauty of the natural landmarks with its blue walls and ice formations as you venture inside the cave with your guide and ice picking equipment.

Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier on a thrilling hike that includes a visit to a newly discovered blue ice cave. This 3,5-hour guided adventure begins at the Base Camp where you’ll receive all necessary equipment, including crampons and an ice axe. Traverse breathtaking glacier formations and deep crevasses while learning about the glacier’s geology from an expert guide. After marveling at the crystal blue tunnel inside the cave, return across the glacier to the Base Camp, enriched by a unique Icelandic experience. - Glacier hike duration: 4 hours with a moderate difficulty - Minimum age requirement: 10 years - Professional guide with knowledge of glacier geology - All equipment provided, including crampons and ice axes for safety

Discover the stunning icy landscapes of Sólheimajökull on a private guided glacier hike tailored for adventurers of all levels. With a certified glacier guide, explore the breathtaking crevasse fields and unique glacial formations while learning about the glacier's dynamic nature. The hike offers ample opportunities for capturing memorable photos against the spectacular backdrop of this magnificent glacial tongue. Gear up and explore with confidence! All safety gear is included on the tour (helmets, harnesses, crampons and ice axes).

Make the most of your limited sightseeing time in Iceland—and check off multiple activities in one trip—on this full-day tour from Reykjavík with hotel pickup and drop-off. Head to the South Coast to discover dramatic scenery, including Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the black-sand Reynisfjara Beach. Embark upon a glacier walk across Solheimajokull. Then, conclude your tour by hunting for the northern lights, if the weather allows, in the countryside surrounding Reykjavík.

Seeing Iceland’s south coast in a single day can feel rushed or impersonal on large coach tours, but this small-group experience offers a more comfortable and flexible way to explore. Travel from Reykjavik in a luxury minibus through volcanic landscapes, stopping at highlights such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, the black-sand beach of Reynisfjara, and the Solheimajökull glacier.

Get closer to one of Iceland’s mightiest natural wonders than you can on traditional tours on this Sólheimajökull ice-climbing and glacier-walking tour. Harnessed up for safety, climb the vertical crevasse walls of the Sólheimajökull glacier with your guide and admire the spectacular scenery. Follow frozen routes over the mighty glacier, peer down into huge crevasses, and put your ice axes and crampons to good use on the icy terrain.

Discover one of Iceland’s most dramatic glaciers, majestic Skaftafell, on this half-day adventure from Freysnes gas station in a small group. Your guide provides crampons, ice axe, helmet, and a harness, shows you how to use them, then transfers you to the glacier in 4x4 super jeeps. As you hike, learn about geology, geography, and history. To preserve the glacier, all emissions from this tour will be offset.

This is a unique opportunity to float on the blue water of Jökulsárlón as well as hiking up the majestic Falljökull Glacier from Skaftafell.

Private access to a local guide- one of Iceland’s most beautiful glacier outlet, unquiet glacier experience that we walk on the glacier and experience the elements up close with a professional glacier expert. Great photography opportunities.