Walk and Climb on the famous Sólheimajökull glacier on the South Coast of Iceland.
Tour code: AG106
On this glacier adventure, we combine our popular glacier walk with an easy introduction to ice climbing. As we explore the majestic landscapes of Sólheimajökull glacier, including water cauldrons, ridges, and deep crevasses, we search for a suitable spot to rig up our gear for a short introduction to ice climbing. With our small group per guide, everyone will get a chance to have a fun and easy ice climbing experience. Don’t forget your camera, you will want to share this experience with your friends and family!
Please note: Activity is subject to availability and weather conditions.
Sólheimajökull Base Camp
2 - 6 per guide
3 hours
European 34 (U.S. - 2.5)
English
Moderate
Accessible to all those in good health, who are doing some sport regularly, and who are used to all-terrain walks. 4-6 hours walk per day, without much carrying.
All-year
4 hours
14 yrs
Before starting your epic Glacier Walk, you will meet up with your glacier guide at our Sólheimajökull Base Camp by Sólheimajökull glacier.
You will receive a safety briefing from your guide, as well as be fitted with a harness, crampons and an ice axe.
After enjoying an easy Glacier Walk and introduction to ice climbing, you will head back to the meeting point in the parking lot.
Driving time
From Reykjavík: 2.5 hrs
From Vík: 45 min
GPS point for Sólheimajökull
N 63.532833
W 19.369675
From the West (Reykjavík)
6 km (3.7 mi) after Skógar you turn left (just after the bridge) onto road 221 and then follow road 221 for about 5 km (3 mi) to the Sólheimajökull parking area. (Expected 20 - 30 min for this part).
From the East (Vík)
3 km (1.9 mi) after you pass road 222, you turn right (just before the bridge) onto road 221 (gravel road) and then follow road 221 for about 5 km to the Sólheimajökull parking area. (Expected 20 - 30 min. for this part).
Yes I would like to go get the tour info sheet, and receive information about Hiking and Trekking tours in Iceland.
Sólheimajökull is in the south and is closer to Reykjavik, Skaftafell is in the south east and much farther away. The tours we offer on both locations are very similar, only operated on different glaciers so you can choose the one that best fits your travel schedule.
