South Coast and Glacier Hike from Reykjavik

4.5
(27 reviews)

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A glacier hike is a great way to experience Icelandic nature. On this full day, small group, guided tour, you will walk on the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue, which extends outward from Mýrdalsjökull. From here you will take an easy 3-3.5 hour walk on crampons up on the ice field, where you will learn more about the glacial wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges, deep crevasses, and why the glaciers are melting and disappearing.

What's Included

Ice hiking gear and safety equipment
Professional local tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
2 - 2.5 hours guided glacier hike
Transport by bus
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
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Meeting point
BSÍ Bus Terminal Reykjavík

BSI Bus Terminal is our centrally located Bus Terminal. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Within a little less than two hours drive from Reykjavík is Eyjafjallajökull glacier, and just a little further the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue extends down from Mýrdalsjökull, Iceland´s fourth largest glacier. A glacier hike is a great way to experience Icelandic nature. We take an easy glacier walk on crampons up on to the ice field where a wonderland of ice sculptures, ridges and deep crevasses awaits discovery. During the hike you learn more about these disappearing giants. We will provide and teach you how to use basic glacier equipment for this tour. On the way back we make two stops, at the striking waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss.

Once we make our way back to Reykjavík we will stop at the majestic Skógafoss waterfall and the picturesque Seljalandsfoss waterfall. If weather permits it is possible to walk behind Seljalandsfoss.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Remember to bring warm clothing, rain gear and hiking boots
  • Children 9 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.
  • Operation of this tour depends on weather conditions on the glacier
Supplied by Reykjavik Excursions

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Winter Sports
Ports of Call Tours
Glacier Walks
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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