Glacier Discovery Sólheimajökull
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Availability
All year
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DURATION
2 ½ hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
8 Years
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Price
ISK 16.999
Tour Highlights:
- Safe and easy glacier walk
- Sólheimajökull glacier views
- Family friendly adventure
Included:
- Professional guidance
- Glacier gear
- Safety equipment
Glacier Discovery on Sólheimajökull Tour
The Sólheimajökull Glacier Discovery Tour is the perfect way to explore one of Iceland’s most accessible glaciers. Located on the South Coast, this adventure is ideal for travelers on a self-drive trip. Meet your certified guide at Sólheimajökull and step into an unforgettable world of ice and snow.
After receiving your glacier gear, you will take a short walk to the glacier tongue. From here, your guide will lead you onto the ice. Soon you’ll find yourself surrounded by dazzling white snow, blue crevasses, and crystal-clear formations. You will see deep cracks, water cauldrons, and sculpted ridges created by nature’s forces.
This glacier hike is safe, fun, and suitable for beginners. You do not need technical skills, as all equipment is provided. Families, couples, and solo travelers can join with confidence. Your guide will explain the glacier’s history, how it shapes the landscape, and the effects of climate change on this frozen wonder.
Photo opportunities are everywhere. With mountains and ice as your backdrop, you’ll capture memories that will last forever. The contrasts of white, blue, and black volcanic ash make the scenery unique and dramatic.
If you want more adventure, consider the Sólheimajökull Glacier Exploration Tour, which offers a longer and more challenging hike. Both options allow you to walk on a real glacier, learn from experts, and experience Iceland’s raw beauty.
The Glacier Discovery Tour is an easy and rewarding way to enjoy the South Coast. Step onto Sólheimajökull and discover the magic of Iceland’s glaciers for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
The meeting point for this tour is at the Sólheimajökull Parking Area. You can click “How To Get There” for a map and directions to the parking area.
Please be on location 20 minutes before the scheduled departure for your tour.
No, this is a meet-on-location tour. If you don’t have a car but would like to go on a glacier walk on Sólheimajökull, you might be interested in the Take A Walk on the Ice Side day tour from Reykjavík.
The tour is 2.5 hours in total.
You should dress according to weather and keep in mind that it can get cold up on the glacier, and the weather can change quickly. Wear warm clothing, rain gear, and hiking boots.
Hiking boots and rain gear can be rented at booking, at additional cost.
No, due to safety reasons the age limit on this tour is not flexible. The minimum age for this tour is 8 years.
Reservations can be canceled 24 hours prior to departure without penalty. Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to departure are non-refundable.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@iat.is.
Please be mindful of possible time zone differences. Iceland is in the GMT time zone and cancellations must be submitted at least 24 hours before departure in Icelandic local time (GMT).
If you do need to cancel your tour, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
The meeting point for this tour is at the parking area by Sólheimajökull. Please be there 20 minutes before your scheduled tour.
It takes about 2,5 hours to drive here from Reykjavík, and about 45 minutes if you are driving from Vík.
Directions to the Sólheimajökull parking area:
From the West (Reykjavík): 6 km after Skógar, you turn left (just after the bridge) onto road 221 and then follow road 221 for about 5 km to the Sólheimajökull Café parking area. (Expected 20 – 30 min. for this part).
From the East (Vík): 3 km after you pass road 222, you turn right (just before the bridge) onto road 221 and then follow road 221 for about 5 km to the Sólheimajökull Café parking area. (Expected 20 – 30 min. for this part).
