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When you book this product, you will receive a follow up email with a promo code. The promo code will give you a discount on you second glacier activity that you book with Troll.is. The following products are included in the Frozen Bonus rewards: Crystal Blue Ice Cave Tour Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Skaftafell 3 hours Easy Level Glacier Hike Skaftafell 5 hours Adventure Glacier Hike Skaftafell Ice Climbing & Glacier Hike Katla Volcano Ice Cave Super Jeep Tour Katla Ice Cave Extended 4-hour Super Jeep Tour Solheimajokull 3h Easy Level Glacier Hike Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Solheimajokull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike (temporarily closed) The offer is valid for all travel dates until the 15th of December, 2025.

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Tour

Frozen Bonus included: Book now and receive a promo code with a 23% discount on your second glacier hike or ice cave booking (go to FAQ for more info).

Tour Description

This tour is a medium-difficulty adventure combining a guided hike with the specialized activity of ice climbing on the Sólheimajökull glacier. Highlights include climbing a crevasse ice wall using safety ropes and twin ice axes, witnessing the dramatic crevasses and volcanic ash remnants on the ice, and exploring glacial features like moulins (ice tunnels). All technical gear, including stiff climbing boots, harness, crampons, and ice axes, is provided by certified guides.

Join this medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts looking for a full exploration of one of Iceland's most active glaciers, Sólheimajökull. Located a few hours drive from Reykjavík, this tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition, with no prior ice climbing experience required.

The tour begins at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where you will meet your guide and be equipped with all necessary safety gear, including specialized stiff climbing boots, a harness, helmet, crampons (for walking on ice), and ice axes.

The adventure starts with a hike onto the ice, passing a glacier lagoon where icebergs are often visible. You will navigate large crevasses and reach high points offering phenomenal panoramic views of the South Coast. The focus then shifts to the main activity: ice climbing. Ropes are set up on an ice wall within a crevasse, allowing you to use two ice axes to scale the vertical ice safely while secured by your harness. Afterward, the hike continues to explore features like glacial tunnels (moulins) and areas covered with volcanic ash from the Katla volcano (which lies safely dormant beneath the ice). This unforgettable experience provides a close look at the immense, dynamic forces that shape Iceland's glaciers.

Start from

Sólheimajökull

Open season

All Year

Duration

4 Hours

Pick-up

Meet on location

Difficulty

Medium

Highlight Of The Tour

A person using a helmet while smiling at another person.

Small Group Experience

Maximum of 14 participants (Winter) and 14-16 Participants for Summer

People standing on top of a glacier with a glacial lagoon in distance.

Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier

Is categorized as easy to moderate, making it accessible for most beginners.

Climbing an ice wall

Unique activity of climbing a vertical ice wall within a crevasse

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Views of Ice Formations

Striking ice structures and layers of volcanic ash remnants on the glacier surface

Person walking along the lagoon with a glacier in the other side of the lagoon.

Glacier Lagoon View

Formation of a glacier lagoon at the edge of the ice, where icebergs often float.

Certified English Glacier Guide

Explore safely and at ease with our trusted guides.

What’s Included

Climbing Harness

ensure safety at all times while exploring a glacier

Crampons

making it possible to walk on ice

Technical Ice Axe

Designed to make you able to climb steep ice walls

Helmet

To ensure safety in case of a fall or any other incident

Support Shoes

Rent shoes for keeping your ankles safe to prevent injuries

Coffee and Chocolates

Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and some sweet treats after the hike.

Certified Glacier Guide

Available Add-ons

Waterproof Jacket

Rent a jacket to keep you dry

$12

Waterproof Pants

Rent pants to keep you dry

$12

Beanie and Gloves

Buy our Troll Beanie and Gloves to feel part of our winter Trolls and keep you warm in the Icelandic cold

$22

Neck-warmer

Buy our Troll Neck-warmer to feel part of our winter Trolls and and protect your face from cold wind

Summer Cap

Buy our Troll Summer-Cap to feel part of our summer Trolls and protect yourself from the sun

$10

Frequently Asked Questions

Items

• Warm clothes (first layer) • Waterproof outdoor clothing (second layer) • Gloves and hat

Medium Clients must be fit enough for the activity they are participating in. They must be dressed and geared up according to weather conditions

The minimum age to join this activity is 12 years old

It is important to know that glaciers change constantly as huge amounts of ice melt each day. Therefore some new ice formations might appear, and some may disappear within hours.

• All day tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours from the departure time by sending a written email to info@troll.is. You will receive a full refund except the 3% card fee. All cancellations requested less than 24 hours from the departure time are non refundable. • In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions or other factors, we will assist you with rebooking to another date or booking other activities when possible, or provide a full refund.

When you book this product, you will receive a follow up email with a promo code. The promo code will give you a discount on you second glacier activity that you book with Troll.is.

The following products are included in the Frozen Bonus rewards:

The offer is valid for all travel dates until the 15th of December, 2025.

Troll.is Original

This 3-hour tour focuses on an easy, guided hike onto the Sólheimajökull glacier, an outlet of the mighty Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Highlights include traversing scenic crevasses and viewing vast ice formations, volcanic remains, and glacial tunnels (moulins). Participants receive comprehensive safety gear (crampons, ice axe) and guidance from a certified expert, allowing for an intimate, safe, and visually rewarding experience on one of Iceland's most panoramic glaciers.

Solheimajokull 3-Hour Easy Level Glacier Hike

This private tour combines a guided hike with the specialized activity of ice climbing on the Sólheimajökull glacier. Highlights include climbing a crevasse ice wall using safety ropes and twin ice axes, witnessing the dramatic crevasses and volcanic ash remnants on the ice, and exploring glacial features like moulins (ice tunnels). All technical gear, including stiff climbing boots, harness, crampons, and ice axes, is provided by certified guides.

Private

Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing- Private Group

Are you ready to turn into an adventurous "Ice-cave Explorer Troll" 🧌 ? Come join our Tröll Expeditions team on an extraordinary journey to the majestic Katla Ice Cave. This unique experience is perfect for those who are seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure away from the crowds and looking forward to being lost in the wild, breathtaking landscapes of Icelandic nature. Our experienced glacier guides will lead you through the mysterious wilderness in a Super-jeep from Vik, sharing fascinating tales about the area, interesting facts related to the Katla volcano, and geological insights along the way. Safety is always our priority: our guides will provide you with helmets, headlamps, and crampons to ensure a smooth journey. Witness the awe-inspiring combination of fire and ice as you explore the volcanic glacier outlets of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, a remote location inaccessible to most. With panoramic views, stunning ice formations and tunnels, and the chance to see real Game of Thrones Dragon-Glass, this tour is one of Iceland's best-kept secrets.

Katla Ice Cave Super Jeep Tour

This tour offers a thrilling combination of glacier hiking and ice climbing on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include using specialized gear (crampons, harness, and twin ice axes) to climb a secure ice wall or crevasse face, spending approximately 3 hours on the ice, and exploring dramatic ice features like moulins and crevasses in the stunning mountain landscape of the Skaftafell area. No previous climbing experience is required, as expert guides teach you the necessary techniques.