Easy Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier
Overview
No trip to Iceland is complete without seeing a glacier. It is after all a land of ice, isn’t it? And for those willing to experience it first hand we have prepared this tour on the glacier which is the closest and easily reachable from Reykjavík.
Experience the beauty of a glacier and all of its hidden treasures in a safe way accompanied by a certified glacier guide on our easy 3 hour hike designed for all travelers – you don’t have to be an athlete to experience unique Icelandic nature and the sense of adventure. Put on your crampons and head into the icy wonderland!
Our guides are all skilled and trained professionals, certified by the Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides. They have vast knowledge of geology and glaciology which they share with you in an entertaining way. Our goal is to educate and have fun on our tours at the same time, so that your experience will be both memorable and rewarding. Of course the safety of our guests is always our highest priority.
What's Included
- Crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe
- Hiking shoes, rain gear
Meeting Location
Sólheimajökulsvegur
871, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Solheimajokull Glacier
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe.
- hiking shoes, rain gear.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Easy Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe
- Hiking shoes, rain gear
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
