Private Solheimajokull Glacier Hike with Expert Guide for All Levels

Own the ice on this private Solheimajokull Glacier hike, where you’ll discover jagged ridges, icy tunnels, and sculpted walls on one of Iceland’s most accessible glaciers. This 3-hour customizable tour is perfect for beginners, experienced hikers, and groups with mixed glacier experience.

On this private South Coast glacier tour, you can take it easy on gentle slopes or challenge yourself on steeper ice, with your guide adjusting the route in real time to match your group. There’s also plenty of time to pause for photos, get comfortable with the gear, and take in the incredible views from the glacier.

Your adventure begins at the Solheimajokull Glacier parking lot, where you’ll meet your guide and get ready for the ice. If you prefer, pickup from Reykjavik is available as an add-on, with the tour starting two hours earlier to allow for travel time.

Before setting off on your Solheimajokull Glacier hike, your guide will provide you with crampons, helmets, and harnesses. Once you are geared up, you’ll walk about 30 minutes to reach the base of the glacier. As you make your way there, you’ll pass by black volcanic ash fields and a small glacier lagoon.

At the glacier base, your guide will give a quick safety briefing and explain how this outlet glacier connects to the mighty Myrdalsjokull Ice Cap. You’ll also gain insight into how glaciers shape Iceland’s landscapes and how climate change continues to affect them today.

Once on the ice, the real adventure begins. You’ll navigate through towering ice walls, dramatic crevasses, and shimmering icicles. Layers of volcanic ash streak the surface, creating a striking contrast with the glacier’s deep blues and whites.

If conditions allow, you may even come across hidden ice caves tucked within the glacier’s folds. Don’t miss the chance to taste some of the purest water on Earth by refilling your bottle straight from fresh meltwater streams.

On clear days, the views from Solheimajokull stretch across Iceland’s South Coast. You’ll see black sand beaches, lava fields, rugged mountain peaks, and even the distant Westman Islands in sight. 

You may also catch a glimpse of Eyjafjallajokull Volcano, best known for its 2010 eruption that briefly made world headlines. Today, the area is completely safe to visit, and seeing the glacier-covered volcano from a distance offers a fascinating reminder of Iceland’s powerful natural forces.

The glacier hike itself lasts around 1.5 hours, with another 1.5 hours set aside for gearing up and the approach walk. These times may vary slightly depending on conditions, but your guide ensures a safe and enjoyable pace throughout.

After your glacier hike, you’ll return to the Solheimajokull parking lot with memories of an incredible glacier adventure to carry with you as you continue exploring Iceland.

Step onto the ice and experience the thrill of a private Solheimajokull Glacier hike fully tailored to your group. Check availability now by choosing a date.