Private Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull

by Katlatrack · Glacier hiking · Hiking & trekking · South Coast

4.80· 1,487 Google reviews of the operator
  • Beginners welcome
  • Self-guided

from €197.47 per person

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Private Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull — Katlatrack
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  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Pickup

    Meet at the start point

  • Starts at

    Sólheimajökull parking lot

    Sólheimajökull parking lot, Road 221, Sólheimajökull

  • Departs

    09:00, 09:30, 10:30, 11:00 …

  • Cancellation

    Cancelling costs 5% of the price within 365 days of departure.

About this experience

Step into an Iceland glacier adventure like no other as you embark on a Private Glacier Hike in Iceland on the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier. This breathtaking outlet glacier, extending from Mýrdalsjökull, offers an ever-changing landscape of blue ice formations, deep crevasses, and rugged ridges. Whether you’re a first-time explorer or an experienced hiker, this glacier walk in Iceland is the perfect way to immerse yourself in one of the country’s most incredible natural wonders.

Descover the magic of Sólhemajökull

Step into a Glacier Hike in Iceland like no other with an exclusive glacier walk on the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier. This private ice hiking experience allows you to explore the incredible glacier with a local expert guide. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hiker, this intimate tour gives you the freedom to immerse yourself in Iceland’s breathtaking frozen landscapes—without the crowds.

Private Glacier Hike for all levels.

No prior experience? No problem. Your local guide will teach you how to safely navigate the glacier’s surface, ensuring an enjoyable and secure adventure. As you step onto the ice, you’ll be surrounded by towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and striking blue ice, shaped by the ever-changing forces of nature.

Description from the operator, Katlatrack. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Good to know

We don't want you to miss out on your tour just because of a little rain so most tours will go ahead in all weather conditions. Please bring warm clothing according to the weather, rain gear, waterproof hiking boots with ankle support, hat, gloves, sunglasses. We provide you with the safety gear. Additionally, consider bringing along some snacks and a water bottle.

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 5% of the price within 365 days of departure. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is high wind or rain on the ice — the guide decides at the meeting point, sometimes after you have set off. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Katlatrack decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until the cutoff shown above, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Why we list it

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What travellers say about Katlatrack

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Operator rating 4.8/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Sabica Pardesi

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    We had an incredible time doing the Katla caves! It was truly a must-do adventure- a easy-moderate hike. Our tour guide, Marcelo, was really knowledgeable, patient, fun and friendly. He answered our million and one questions about the volcanic activity with the same thrill that we were experiencing for the first time. We thoroughly enjoyed it. It was mix of wonder, slippery hiking, a touch of other worldliness - as if we were en route Mars (especially with Marcels epic music playlist lol). The views were glorious! Go with a group & we would highly recommend it!

  • Sydney Menelaws

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    Absolutely incredible experience! We did an ice cave tour near Vík and it exceeded every expectation. Climbing through the ice cave itself was surreal, our guide gave us a great breakdown of the glacier and how these caves actually form, which made the whole thing even more fascinating. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and went out of his way to grab photos of all of us so we didn't have to worry about it ourselves. The meeting point was easy to find, and the 15 van ride out to the glacier was a chance to take in the scenery and get our adventure started. The group size was perfect with 10 people, it still felt intimate and personalized. Well worth every penny. If you're visiting Vík, this is a must-do. Highly recommend!

  • Jennifer Morgan

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    Huge shoutout to Katlatrack for an amazing tour and fantastic customer service! Our tour guide told great family stories relating to the region, introduced us to Icelands pop music stars and was knowledgeable (and patient) on the glacier. The office staff (Izabela) was so accommodating when we needed to change our tour (twice 😬). Highly recommend and would love to come back.

  • Brittany Bugaj

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    A buggy tour wasn’t even on my radar until we stumbled upon KatlaTrack on Instagram. It’s by far THE BEST tour we’ve taken! Both Julien and Wilson were great guides. For the rivers Julien even offered to take our 15yr old in the lead buggy for lots of splashing. She LOVED it. It was a unique way to see more of Iceland and experience something different! We did the Patgil tour. At the 1/2 way stop there’s a waterfall, next time I’d bring my bathing suit and towel for a quick plunge (it was a warm day). They provided a full waterproof suit, helmet, gloves, and balaclava. We only needed good boots. We would 100% do this tour a 2nd time.

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Glacier hiking — questions people ask

Which glacier is best for a first glacier hike?

Sólheimajökull on the South Coast, about two and a half hours from Reykjavík. It is the most accessible glacier tongue, the walk from the car park is short and the three-to-four-hour tours (/experience/6853/ or /experience/914990/) suit beginners. Skaftafell in the southeast has bigger ice and fewer people, with tours like Glacier Wonders (/experience/17340/), but it is a five-hour drive each way, so it only works if you are staying out there.

Can you hike on a glacier in Iceland in summer?

Yes. Glacier hiking runs all year. In June to August the ice is grey and gritty on the surface with blue crevasses and meltwater channels, and the weather is milder. In November to March the ice is whiter and you may see ice formations, but daylight is short and the wind bites. Neither is better; summer is easier, winter is prettier. The one thing you cannot do in summer is visit a natural blue ice cave.

How fit do I need to be for a glacier hike?

Moderately. You walk two to three hours on uneven ice in crampons, with some short steep sections. Anyone who can manage a hilly day walk will be fine; the pace is slow because the guide is checking the route. It is not for anyone with knee or balance problems, and most operators set a minimum age of eight to ten. Check the tour page. Longer tours like Glacier Explorer (/experience/17338/) push further onto the ice and need more stamina.

What do I need to bring on a glacier hike?

Sturdy boots with ankle support, waterproof jacket and trousers, warm layers, gloves and a hat, plus water and a snack. The operator provides crampons, a harness, a helmet and an ice axe. Jeans and trainers are not allowed on the ice, and guides do turn people away. Most meeting points rent boots and rain gear for a small fee; check the tour page and book them in advance in summer.

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