The Exclusive Zip Line Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier

by Icarus Rising ehf · Glacier hiking · South Coast

from €2,569.28 per vehicle

Next departure: Thu 22 Oct

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The Exclusive Zip Line Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier — Icarus Rising ehf
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  • Duration

    4 hours

  • Difficulty

    Moderate

  • Season

    All year

  • Pickup

    Meet at the start point

  • Starts at

    Ice Pic Journeys

    Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot, 221, 871, Solheimajokull

  • Guide

    Guided in English

  • Departs

    09:00, 13:30

  • Minimum age

    10

  • Cancellation

    Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 730 days of departure.

About this experience

Embark on a private journey of excitement and discovery in Iceland, where you will explore the magnificent glaciers and experience the thrill of zip lining across their stunning landscapes. Your adventure begins with a guided hike on the glaciers, where you will be able to witness their raw beauty up close and learn about their fascinating geology and history from your expert guide. After the hike, you will be strapped into your harness and ready for the highlight of the tour – a thrilling zip line experience across the glaciers.

Soar through the sky, surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of the glaciers and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. This tour is suitable for nature lovers, thrill-seekers, and anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable experience. Our experienced guides will ensure your safety and provide you with all the necessary equipment and instructions.

Make sure to wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes, and come prepared to be amazed by the natural beauty of Iceland’s glaciers. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a first-time visitor, this tour is a must-do for anyone looking to experience Iceland in a new and exciting way.


´No-fly´ Zip Line tickets are for guests who wish to participate in the full tour experience, except go on the Zip Line. ´No-fly´ tickets will have the opportunity to watch their family, loved ones and friends on the Zip Line. They will not have the opportunity to leave the tour early and must stay with the guide.

Optional: Pickup/Drop-off out of Reykjavik is available for an additional 175,000 ISK per group (max 12 pax). When this option is available it will be visible once you click ‘continue’ at the checkout.

Description from the operator, Icarus Rising ehf. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Private Zip Line + Glacier Hike Adventure

Included

  • Certified Glacier Guide and Professional Photographer
  • Private Group (10 persons max)
  • Glacier & Zip Line Equipment: helmet, harness, crampons
  • 5 Personalized Photos included (Per Person)

Not included

  • Sunglasses
  • Water Bottle
  • Glacier Clothing – Gloves, Hat, Wind/Rainproof Jacket, and warm layers for freezing conditions (available to hire).
  • Hiking Boots (boots should have good ankle support) (Available to hire)

Good to know

What to bring: Outdoor Clothing, Gloves, Hat, Rain Pants/Jacket, Camera, and Hiking Boots if you have them.

  • This Glacier Zip Line + Hike tour involves roughly 2 hours of total hiking. The first half of the terrain is very flat yet rocky and is relatively easy for a person of average fitness. The second half is hiking on the glacier which goes up a gradual incline for about 20 minutes. The overall hike is rated as easy with some areas of moderate exercise.
  • Note that our Zip Line has a limit of 100kg per person.
  • ´No-fly´ Zip Line tickets are for guests who wish to participate in the full tour experience, except go on the Zip Line. ´No-fly´ tickets will have the opportunity to watch their family, loved ones and friends on the Zip Line. They will not have the opportunity to leave the tour early and must stay with the guide.
  • Photo packages may sometimes take more or less than 14 days to edit. This is just our average turnaround time.
  • Our Cancellation Policy can be found here. Also, check out our FAQ page if you have further questions.

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 730 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. 1Icarus Rising ehf 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 →

Who this is not for

  • Children under 10 cannot join this one.
  • Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.

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Why we list it

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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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