Private Ice Climbing on Solheimajokull Glacier

Experience the ultimate Icelandic adventure as you scale frozen walls on a private ice-climbing tour of Solheimajokull Glacier. Travelers looking to hike across blue ice and witness Iceland’s glaciers up close on the South Coast should book this tour today.

This 4-hour glacier hike and ice-climbing tour suits experienced and first-time glacier adventurers. If you have never done ice climbing, this fully guided experience will tell you everything you need to know about ice climbing.

Your day begins at the Solheimajokull parking lot, where you’ll meet your expert guide, who will lead you through the entire experience. From there, you’ll set out on a scenic 20–30-minute walk toward the glacier edge.

Soon, you’ll arrive at Solheimajokull, an outlet glacier of Myrdalsjokull, Iceland's fourth-largest ice cap. This glacier is one of the easiest to reach from Reykjavik and attracts visitors all year round. It’s also famous for its glacier lagoon, formed by melting ice, a reminder of Iceland’s changing landscape.

At the glacier, your guide will lead a safety briefing and gear you up with crampons, an ice axe, a harness, a helmet, and a headlamp. If you want to skip the hassle of packing extra gear, you can also rent hiking boots, rain pants, or a waterproof jacket.

As you walk atop Solheimajokull, you’ll see bright blue crevasses, jagged ice ridges, and volcanic ash frozen in the ice. Your crampons help you grip the slick surface as you approach the climbing site.

Arriving at each ice wall to climb, your guide introduces basic climbing techniques in a hands-on session. You’ll learn to swing your ice axe, kick into the wall with your crampons, and use key climbing commands.

First-time climbers start with gentler slopes to build confidence and rhythm. If you’re an expert, expect vertical walls, overhanging ice formations, deep moulins, and challenging routes. The guide tailors the climb to your comfort and skill level so everyone feels supported.

As you ascend, the silence of the glacier surrounds you, broken only by the sound of your axe hitting the ice. Your guide will also snap photos as you climb, so you can relive the adventure later without worrying about your phone.

You’ll receive five personalized shots, including action shots, portraits, group photos, landscapes, and ice cave images. If you'd like more, extra photos can be added for an additional cost. All images will be delivered within 14 days via a downloadable drive so you can relive the experience.

After ice climbing in Solheimajokull, you’ll hike back across the glacier, soaking in the epic views. You’ll leave with the thrill of conquering Iceland’s stunning ice walls and memories that will last a lifetime.

Book your private ice climbing tour on Solheimajokull Glacier today and discover the thrill of Iceland’s frozen landscapes. Check availability now by choosing a date.