Sólheimajökull Glacier Hiking Excursion on the Southern Coast

Discover the unparalleled beauty of Iceland's Southern Coast on this 11-hour glacier hiking excursion from Reykjavík!

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From€172
11 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
Instant confirmation

Practical information

Course of events

- Pick-up in Reykjavík (may take up to 30 minutes)

- Approx. 2 hour 15 minutes minibus journey to the first stop at Skógafoss waterfall

- Head to the Sólheimajökull glacier (approx. 15-minute drive) for the glacier hike

- Stop at Reynisfjara beach south of Vík

- Return by minibus to Reykjavík with a stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall on the way (approx. 50-minute drive from Vík)

Activity requirements

Hiking boots must be worn: it will not be possible to add the crampons required for the activity to other footwear.

It is very important to wear warm clothing, preferably waterproof so that you can enjoy the excursion to the full.

Special terms

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the pick-up time and place for your activity.

This activity is not recommended for people

- with heart conditions;

- who are sensitive to motion sickness or suffer from a back injury.

Meeting point:
Reykjavík (previously chosen bus stop near accommodation) OR Meeting on location at Sólheimajökulsvegur, 871, Iceland
Spoken languages:Icelandic, English
Included
  • Transfer to/from Reykjavik in a Minibus
  • Certified glacier guide
  • Helmet
  • Harness
  • Crampons
  • Ice pick
  • Wi-Fi on board the minibus
Excluded
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Layers of warm clothing
  • Good hiking boots
  • Hat
  • Gloves or mittens
  • Rain gear
  • Backpack
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera