Solheimajokull glacier hike tour
- Walk on pure glacial ice, a rare adventure in Iceland’s rugged wilderness
- Explore ancient ice layers revealing thousands of years of geological history
- Hike Solheimajokull Glacier, a breathtaking ice cap shaped by volcanic activity
- Experience Iceland’s dramatic landscapes where fire and ice coexist in harmony
- Witness deep crevasses and ice formations on one of Iceland’s retreating glaciers
- Learn about climate change’s impact on Iceland’s glaciers from expert local guides
Options
Join-in tour
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
All necessary equipment (Ice axe, crampons, climbing harness and helmet)
Coffee and chocolate
Exclusions
Transport
Accommodation
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Waterproof clothing, support shoes, beanie and gloves, neck-warmer and summer cap
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 8+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 8+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Participants should have a minimum shoe size of EU 34 to participate in this activity
This tour involves a considerable amount of hiking. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Glaciers are constantly changing as large amounts of ice melt daily, causing ice formations to appear and disappear within hours
For more weather forecast information, kindly visit the Icelandic Met Office official website
Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Water bottle
Warm clothing
Inner layer (Shirt/T-shirt)
Insulating layer (Polyester sweater/Fleece sweater/Insulated down jacket)
Outer layer (Waterproof clothing)
Hiking pants/Fleece pants
Socks (Wool/Hiking)
Hiking/Climbing boots (Boots with ankle support are required to prevent sprains; rentals are available on-site)
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
Jeans are not recommended for glacier hiking tour
What's included in Solheimajokull glacier hike tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] meet up at Troll Expeditions Sólheimajökull. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 14:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking,.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 20 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Solheimajokull
- [Return] at Sólheimajökull, You can choose to return at the following times: 13:00, 17:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Explore the breathtaking Sólheimajökull glacier in southern Iceland on an unforgettable hiking adventure. Traverse this ever-changing icy landscape while learning about its formation and the impact of climate change. The journey begins with a brisk 30-minute walk from the parking lot to the glacier, where towering blue ice formations and deep moulins reveal the immense power of nature. Part of Mýrdalsjökull, one of Europe's largest glaciers, Sólheimajökull sits atop the mighty Katla volcano, adding an element of geological wonder. This striking location was featured in the award-winning documentary Chasing Ice, highlighting its significance in climate research. Experience the eerie silence and vast expanse of ice and snow, offering a sense of complete isolation
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