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Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavík

13 hours 30 minutesReykjavík areaArctic AdventuresFree cancellation on most tours

We’ll pick you up from your designated location and begin our journey along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. En route, we stop at two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls - Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Seljalandsfoss offers the unique chance to walk behind the falling water, so don’t forget your camera for unforgettable photos! The highlight of the tour is a guided hike on the striking glacial tongue of Sólheimajökull. You’ll meet your certified glacier guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where all necessary equipment (ice axes, crampons, helmets, and safety lines) will be provided. After a brief safety and gear session, we’ll head onto the glacier. You’ll strap on your crampons and begin the hike across a surreal landscape of ridges, crevasses, and shimmering blue ice. As part of the experience, you’ll also get an introduction to ice climbing and have the chance to try it for yourself on an icy wall under your guide’s supervision. After this unforgettable adventure, we’ll return to Reykjavík - tired, inspired, and ready for a well-earned rest! Disclaimer : All adventure and glacier tours are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.

Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavík is a 13 hours 30 minutes experience run by Arctic Adventures in Reykjavík area, from 32.990 ISK per person. We’ll pick you up from your designated location and begin our journey along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. En route, we stop at two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls - Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.

32.990 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
13 hours 30 minutes
Season
All year
Difficulty
Moderate
Minimum age
14 years
Pickup
Included (mandatory)
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Mini Bus / Car
Operator
Arctic Adventures

About this tour

We’ll pick you up from your designated location and begin our journey along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. En route, we stop at two of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls - Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Seljalandsfoss offers the unique chance to walk behind the falling water, so don’t forget your camera for unforgettable photos!

The highlight of the tour is a guided hike on the striking glacial tongue of Sólheimajökull. You’ll meet your certified glacier guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where all necessary equipment (ice axes, crampons, helmets, and safety lines) will be provided.

After a brief safety and gear session, we’ll head onto the glacier. You’ll strap on your crampons and begin the hike across a surreal landscape of ridges, crevasses, and shimmering blue ice. As part of the experience, you’ll also get an introduction to ice climbing and have the chance to try it for yourself on an icy wall under your guide’s supervision.

After this unforgettable adventure, we’ll return to Reykjavík - tired, inspired, and ready for a well-earned rest!

Disclaimer : All adventure and glacier tours are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.

What’s included

  • Guided Minibus Transfer
  • Visit to Skógafoss Waterfall
  • Visit to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier
  • Safety Equipment: Ice Climbing Gear, Crampons, Walking Axe, Helmet, Harness
  • Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull Glacier

What to bring

  • Warm outdoor clothing - we recommend dressing in layers
  • Headwear & gloves
  • Waterproof jacket (available to rent)
  • Waterproof pants (available to rent)
  • Sturdy hiking boots are mandatory (available to rent)
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Lunch & snacks

Good to know

  • For the glacier hike:
  • While the tour is rated as moderate and previous glacier / ice-climbing experience is not required, guests should be prepared to hike up to 8km over uneven glacial terrain with moderate elevation changes.
  • Please note that sturdy hiking boots are required for this adventure. They are available to rent for 1500 ISK if needed.
  • In order to attach crampons to the hiking shoes, the minimum shoe size of the participant to join the tour is 35 EU , and the largest shoe size is 50 EU

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How long is Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavík?
The tour runs about 13 hours 30 minutes, plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavík operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 32.990 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 14 years old.