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Join this top-rated glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier for an unforgettable adventure on Iceland's South Coast! With a certified guide and a small group, you’ll explore deep crevasses, blue ice formations, and towering ice walls on one of the most easily accessible glaciers in Iceland.
This 3-hour Solheimajokull glacier hike is one of the best things to do on the South Coast. It provides a safe, exciting glacier adventure that doesn’t require a long drive or carrying heavy equipment.
Your adventure begins at the Solheimajokul parking lot, where you will meet your highly trained glacier guide for the day. Your guide will provide all the necessary equipment for hiking on the glacier, including crampons, helmets, harness, and ice axe. You only need to bring warm layers, waterproof clothing, and hiking boots.
Don’t worry if you don’t have glacier hiking experience. Before stepping onto the ice, you’ll receive detailed instructions on proper usage, ensuring you feel confident and ready before the hike.
Once you are geared up, you will head out on an easy 30-minute walk to the glacier. Along the way, you’ll pass striking volcanic landscapes of black ash and a glacier lagoon before arriving at the glacier's base.
Upon reaching the ice, your guide will conduct a short safety briefing and share fascinating facts about its connection to its "parent glacier," the vast Myrdalsjokull Ice Cap. Learn how glaciers form, the effects of climate change, and how glaciers continue to shape the dramatic South Coast.
During the Solheimajokull glacier hike experience, you’ll discover massive ice walls, deep crevasses, sparkling icicles, and layers of ash trapped from past volcanic activities. You may even spot small ice caves hidden in the glacier's folds. The colors of Solheimajokull glacier shift with the seasons, from bright whites and deep blues to veins of black ash.
As you hike, you can refill your water bottle from fresh glacial meltwater streams.
On clear days, you’ll see the black sand beaches of the South Coast, lava fields, mountain peaks, and even the Westman Islands from the glacier’s heights. You might also catch a glimpse of Eyjafjallajokull, the volcano whose 2010 eruption halted air traffic across Europe and put Iceland on the map globally.
The glacier hiking on Solheimajokull lasts approximately 90 minutes, giving you plenty of time to explore and take in the stunning environment. The remaining 90 minutes are for gearing up and walking to and from the glacier. These approximate times may vary depending on weather conditions, ensuring a flexible and enjoyable experience.
After this unforgettable experience, the tour concludes back at the Solheimajokull parking lot, leaving you refreshed and ready to continue your journey through Iceland's breathtaking landscapes.
Don't miss the chance to walk across the ice on this incredible glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier. Add an unforgettable adventure to your South Coast itinerary and create memories that will last a lifetime. Check availability now by choosing a date.
