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Blue Ice – Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing

Blue Ice – Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing
Difficulty

Moderate

Duration
5 hours and 30 minutes
Price from

25.990 ISK

Discover Iceland’s frozen wilderness with a guided glacier hike and introductory ice climbing experience

Meet us at the Sólheimajökull Glacier parking lot for an unforgettable ice adventure. This small-group tour combines an expertly guided glacier hike with an introduction to ice climbing, and no previous experience is required.

After meeting your certified glacier guide, you'll be fitted with all necessary equipment, including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and other safety gear. Following a thorough safety briefing, you'll hike through a quiet, moss-covered valley to access the glacier from above. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views of Sólheimajökull Glacier and the dramatic surrounding landscape before stepping onto the ice itself.

Once on the glacier, explore a stunning world of deep crevasses, ice ridges, moulins, and striking blue ice formations while learning about the glacier's geology and ever-changing nature. Your guide will lead you to a suitable ice wall, where you'll receive an introduction to ice climbing techniques and have the opportunity to experience climbing on the glacier firsthand. This is the perfect adventure for anyone looking to experience Iceland's frozen wilderness from a unique perspective.

This tour is rated as moderate. No prior experience is required; however, guests should be prepared to hike up to 8km over uneven terrain, with moderate elevation changes. 

  • Expert certified glacier guide
  • Scenic glacier hike on Sólheimajökull glacier
  • Optional introductory ice climbing 
  • All required safety and glacier equipment (crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe, and climbing gear)
  • Safety briefing and professional instruction
  • Small group experience for a more personal adventure

  • Guests should be dressed appropriately for current conditions – we recommend dressing in layers
  • Warm outdoor clothing 
  • Waterproof jacket & pants 
  • Headwear & gloves
  • Hiking boots – sturdy shoes with ankle support are mandatory for this adventure
  • Reusable water bottle; snacks

We have waterproof jackets, pants, and boots available to rent for 1500 ISK each.

  • A 100% charge applies if canceled within 1 days of the start time.
  • Free cancellation up to 365 days before the start time.

Please note

While the tour is rated as moderate and previous ice-climbing experience is not required, guests should be prepared to hike up to 8km over uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes.

In order to attach our specialized glacier crampons to hiking boots, guests must have a shoe size between 35 EU – 50 EU.

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