The hikes on this small-group trip to Iceland's glaciers are some of the best you can ever take. Those who are interested can even try their hand at ice climbing. Whether you are a first-time visitor to a glacier or a seasoned veteran, enjoy three unforgettable hours on the ice during this tour.
All necessary gear will be given, including ice axes, helmets, crampons, and safety lines. Your professional glacier guide will brief you on how to operate the gear and any precautions that should be taken.
Then, you should hit the ice! Stunning crevices, ridges, ice walls, moulins, and blue frost await you as you journey into this icy landscape. In addition to keeping you safe on the ice, your guide can also tell exciting and entertaining tales about glaciers. You may think a glacier is a static, frozen environment, yet it is actually in constant motion. It's possible to hear the ice shifting and cracking beneath your feet.
Sólheimajökull is an ice stream that flows from the larger Mrdalsjökull glacier in Iceland. It's hard to overstate just how incredible the glacier tongue is—a rough and tumble, raw, and ever-changing hub of icy water frozen over thousands of years.
On the way to Sólheimajökull, you can enjoy the vistas of south Iceland's rural landscape. The route takes you through some lovely little towns and villages. The magnificent Seljalandsfoss waterfall, plunging some 60 meters into a serene lake below, is a must-see on the way back to Reykjavik.
Please note: In the darkest months, from November 16th until January 31st, the tour won't be able to stop at Skogafoss due to limited daylight. However, you can view Skogafoss from the bus.
The minimum age requirement for a Glacier Hike is eight years old.
