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Glacier Hike at Sólheimajökull Shared Experience

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Vik, Iceland
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Feel on top of the world on an adrenaline-pumping glacier hike. Starting at base camp beneath Sólheimajökull—part of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the fourth largest in Iceland—get fully equipped with harness, helmet, crampons, and ice axe. Embark on a moderately challenging hike with a guide who handles safety, route-finding, and glacier hazards, so you can focus on the thrill—exploring ice formations, learning about Iceland’s ice caps, and capturing stunning photos from the best viewpoints.
  • Soak in unique views of Iceland you won't get anywhere else
  • All equipment is provided for a hassle-free experience
  • Get personal attention from your guide thanks to the small group size
  • Stay active on vacation with this thrilling glacier hike

What's Included

  • Crampons, Ice Axe, Helmet
  • Certified Guide
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Sólheimajökull, 871, Iceland

    We meet in the parking lot of Sólheimajökull.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Solheimajokull Glacier

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Not suggested for children under 12.
  • If pregnant, we suggest checking with doctor before booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Featured review

Meera_V
I can't recommend this hike enough! You'll be absolutely captivated by the breathtaking views of the Sólheimajökull Glacier. It's a truly wonderful hike, and our guides, Steinar and Susana, made the experience even better with their amazing insights into the area. This one is unmissable!

Reviews

4.5
based on 17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing experience! Highly recommend

Meera_V, Jul 2025
I can't recommend this hike enough! You'll be absolutely captivated by the breathtaking views of the Sólheimajökull Glacier. It's a truly wonderful hike, and our guides, Steinar and Susana, made the experience even better with their amazing insights into the area. This one is unmissable!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you for joining us, and I will be sharing this to your guides. We appreciate the kind review

The guide never showed up.

Christian_F, Jun 2025
We did not get to go on the experience. When we arrived the designated 20 minutes early at the glacier and waited in by the pick up place for our guide he never showed. After waiting for an additional 10 minutes I called the place. They said they moved the trip up due to weather conditions. They said they left us an email at 11:20 and tried to call us. We had already left at 11:00 because it was a 3 hour drive to get to the glacier. The calls they made did not go through because of WiFi connection in the middle of nowhere in Iceland. They offered to maybe give us some money back. It has been over a day and I have heard nothing from the company.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

We do regret the outcome- and did our best to alert about the weather. The weekend reply can be slower due to less staff working, please reach out if no one has replied today.

In may it’s pretty warm...

Angela_M, May 2025
In may it’s pretty warm so don’t over dress and the walk to the glacier is a decent walk but not real difficult

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for joining us! We hope you had a great hike.

An amazing glacier hiking experience with Kamila

abby_l, Apr 2025
Kamila was an amazing guide, and this was such a great experience. With a small group, Kamila really tailored our glacier experience. Two days before our hike, she had scoped out the glacier to ensure she identified interesting features and the safest routes to those features. Our only problem was connecting with Kamila. There are so many guide groups at the parking lot, and the "Dave the Guide" van was not easily identifiable.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you for the feedback, and this is noted about the identifying features. We are lucky to have Kamila on our team, and will share your kind words with her

Superb!

PATRICIA_F, Jan 2025
Magdelana and Rick were so accommodating and knowledgeable. Also very friendly. We had a great adventure!

Really good experience for the price

David_S, Sep 2024
It was an easy set up, and really good guide, Kamila. There was 11 of us, and some were more apt to climb and move then others, so that did put a little of a damper. But we were able to see a lot and have a great experience.

Amazing

Fiona_L, Feb 2024
Amazing experience, very knowable guides and beautiful views Hiked all the way to the top of the glacier safely and stopped along the way for interesting facts.

Bellissima esperienza su ghiacciaio

Ludovico_C, May 2025
L’escursione sul ghiacciaio con David the guide è stata veramente piacevole. I paesaggi sono incredibili, la nostra guida Agnes è stata molto gentile, preparata e ha reso ancora più interessante l’escursione

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for your review and for joining us. We love having Agnes on our team, she is a top guide.

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