Iceland Adventure Blog

Welcome to the Iceland Adventure Blog, where expert guides and seasoned adventurers share their knowledge of Iceland’s wildest experiences. From epic hikes and multi-day backpacking treks to backcountry skiing and high-adrenaline adventures, we bring you insider tips and firsthand stories from the land of fire and ice. This is your go-to source for tackling Iceland’s rugged landscapes like a pro.

Your Iceland Adventure starts here—are you ready?

Four hikers in a small crevasse on the snow-covered blue ice of a glacier

The Most Popular Glacier Hikes in Iceland

Glacier hiking is one of the best ways to experience Iceland’s dramatic landscapes up close. This guide explores the most popular glacier hikes in Iceland, including Sólheimajökull, Skaftafell, Falljökull, and Svinafellsjökull, covering what to expect, how difficult the hikes are, when to go, and how to prepare safely. Whether you are looking for a beginner-friendly glacier walk or a more advanced ice adventure, guided glacier hikes with experienced professionals offer a safe and rewarding way to explore Iceland’s glaciers, ice formations, and volcanic terrain.

Eyjafjallajökull volcano seen from the green lush oasis of Þórsmörk in the foreground with blue skies above

Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Travel Guide

Eyjafjallajökull is a glacier-covered volcano in South Iceland, famous for its 2010 eruption. Explore it on guided glacier hikes or attempt the full summit with Icelandic Mountain Guides.

Two mountaineers in lines at the snowy top of Eyjafjallajökull glacier on a sunny day

What It's Really Like to Summit Eyjafjallajökull: Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking about hiking Eyjafjallajökull? Here’s a realistic, step-by-step look at Iceland’s most iconic volcano ascent.

A group of hikers on a glacier, including a child

Glacier Tours With Kids and Teens

Planning a glacier tour in Iceland with kids or teens? This guide breaks down age limits, safety, and what families can realistically expect on a glacier hike. Learn which glacier tours work best for different ages and how to choose the right experience for your family.

A hiker in a red jacket attaching a safety line on a glacier

How Iceland’s search and rescue culture shapes your glacier tours and why it matters

Glacier tourism in Iceland is born from a deep-rooted culture of outdoor safety, preparation and community responsibility. At the heart of that culture is Iceland Search and Rescue, widely known as ICE-SAR, a nationwide volunteer organisation whose presence underpins safety across Iceland’s mountains, glaciers, coastlines and highlands.