About this experience
Experience a thrilling guided hike on the Sólheimajökull glacier and admire the stunning ice formations. Learn about the natural history of the area with your guide.
Highlights
- Enjoy some coffee and chocolates to keep your energy up as you cross the glacier
- Experience a fascinating guided hike across the vast Sólheimajökull Glacier
- Learn about the area's history from an experienced and certified glacier guide
- Discover the ice tunnels, moulins, and deep crevasses as your explore
- Benefit from the use of special glacier equipment for a safe trek
What's included
- Glacier hike
- Certified glacier guide
- Equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, ice axe)
- Coffee
- Chocolates
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Experience a hiking tour on the beautiful glacier of Sólheimajökull. Cross the vast icy expanse with specialized equipment, and learn about the area with your guide.
Meet your guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot where you will receive all the necessary safety gear and hike towards the glacier. Benefit from a safety briefing as well as a tutorial on how to attach the crampons to your high ankle boots.
Explore the impermanent glacier formations as well as crevasses and moulins. During the hike, admire the beautiful views of the area, surrounding mountains as well as some volcanic ash on the glacier.
Learn about the fascinating natural phenomena and features of the area with your guide will be happy to answer your questions. During the hike, enjoy a stop for some coffee and chocolates to keep your energy up as you traverse the glacier.
Things to note
- Hat
- Warm clothing
- Gloves
- Hiking shoes