Iceland · GLACIER WALKS & HIKES
Crampons, a guide and an hour or two on the ice at Solheimajokull, Falljokull or Vatnajokull. These 15 are compared on the walk-in, the fitness they really need, whether gear is included and how they pair with a south coast day.
Hike Falljökull glacier and step into a natural blue ice cave near Skaftafell. Small group, gear included, hot drinks included.
“It was an astonishing experience to walk in and climb the ice. Anna, our guide, made it easy and seamless. She helped us navigate through the route very carefully and smoothly”
Hike Sólheimajökull with crampons, visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, then walk Reynisfjara black sand from Reykjavik.
“I never write reviews but felt compelled to after today. I had an amazing day, with an amazing guide, and was truly thankful for the experience. Sara was attentive, knowledgeable, extremely kind, and has a killer music playlist. On the glacier hike specifically, she gave clear instructions, reviewed safety guidelines thoroughly, and made sure everyone was wicked comfortable. I wish I had her as my guide for all my excursions. The HIGHLIGHT was it was my birthday and she kindly surprised me with a slice of cake along the way. So unexpected, but so grateful. I was really appreciative of that. HIGHLY recommend SARA!!!”
Easy blue-ice hike on Sólheimajökull with certified guides, crampons and axe provided, plus Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and black-sand Reynisfjara.
“It was a great experience. We had a very explanatory and helpful guide! The highlight was that we drunk water from a stream on the glacier!”
A beginner-friendly glacier hike on Falljökull at Vatnajökull, with crampons, safety gear, and a certified guide, from Skaftafell.
“We absolutely loved this tour on the Vatnajökull Glacier! We were lucky to have the best guide of all : Guillaume! Passionate, funny, caring, attentive, and incredibly generous, he truly made a difference. The breathtaking scenery combined with his kindness made this experience unforgettable. Thank you, Guillaume! The Frenchies 🇫🇷”
A small-group South Coast day trip from Reykjavik with Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, black sand beach, and a guided glacier hike at Sólheimajökull.
“Great experience. From the Glaciers to the dark sandy shores, it was a phenomenal time. I really recommend it. Al is a great guide and is full of knowledge to help you have the best time. Even in winter and the reduced daylight the trip was well planned and executed to take full advantage of the day.”
Small-group South Coast day tour from Reykjavik with a Sólheimajökull glacier hike, waterfalls, and Black Sand Beach, max 18.
“Your day starts off by your driver picking you up at your stop, which went perfectly. Our driver Sveinbjorn was excellent. Right from the start he makes you feel welcome, nice calm icleandic music in the background and talking about Iceland. Since everything is based on a schedule during the day, Sveinbjorn made sure that we had plenty of time at each stop all the while keeping us on schedule. When you get to the Glacier Hike he introduces you to your guide and makes sure you have all your equipment. They wait for you on their bus while you are doing the tours so there is no need to…”
Small-group hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier near Vik. 3 hours with gear, a certified guide, and glacier water, from $115.
“We were able to drink the fresh water from the glacier and see in a giant crevasse. The tour guy had a lot of interesting facts and information to provide. Plus, you get to hike on a glacier!”
South Coast waterfalls plus Sólheimajökull glacier hike with gear provided. Walk behind Seljalandsfoss and visit Reynisfjara black sand.
“Amazing! Thomas was such a great guide and made the trip memorable. The hike was beautiful and so were all the waterfalls.”
Guided blue ice cave and Falljökull glacier hike from Skaftafell, with crampons and safety gear included for a small group adventure in Vatnajökull NP.
“The activity was wonderful! We first got out gear, and then went on a bus to the glacier itself. The experience was amazing, and I felt extremely safe with the guide. Would definitely recommend!”
South Coast waterfalls and black-sand beaches, then a small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hike from Reykjavik with safety gear.
“Roberto was absolutely incredible! From start to finish, the whole trip was unforgettable. It's a must-do experience when visiting Iceland, and we couldn't have asked for a better or more knowledgeable tour guide. The beautiful weather was the cherry on top! Thank you!”
Walk Vatnajökull with a certified glacier guide from Skaftafell. Small group, full safety gear, coffee and chocolate included.
“So much fun! Amazing views, great ice hiking and awesome guide. The hike was somewhat challenging but not difficult. Everyone on the tour had a fantastic experience!”
Join a small-group glacier hike on Falljökull from Skaftafell, with gear, safety briefing, and close-up blue ice in about 3.5 hours.
“Had a great time walking the beautiful glaciers. The group size was small and the guide was friendly and took care of us! Great experience!”
Step onto Sólheimajökull in Vik with a certified small-group guide, crampons and safety gear included for a 3-hour ice hike.
“My husband and I did this tour on 10/12/25 during our anniversary trip to Iceland. First off, our tour guide Miguel and our hiking experience were great! Miguel was very knowledgeable and friendly. We were given all the equipment we needed and Miguel made sure everything was put on properly. However, my experience when reaching out to the company regarding an issue was terrible! I booked this tour with Viator and received a confirmation email from Viator. No where in the tour information on the Viator website nor in my confirmation email did it state that we would have to pay a parking fee when we arrive at the meeting…”
Skaftafell glacier hike on Falljökull with a certified guide, crampons and all gear included, max 8 people, plus a 4x4 ride.
“Ásta was the perfect guide. Personable, knowdgeable, and safety-conscious. The glacier was amazing!”
Small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hike with crampons and expert guides, plus blue-ice views and crevasse formations on Iceland’s South Coast.
“This was a once-in-a-lifetime tour. Mickele was a great guide. He explained the tour and made sure we all had proper gear to be safe. -- Wear high top hiking boots (over ankles) or rent a pair -- we had a short walk to glacier lagoon, then put on crampons to hike on the ice. All the way, Mickele gave us science and history insights about glaciers and what we were seeing. Not for people who don't like lots of stairs (some large steps on ice) or up-hill walking. This is moderately strenuous. Half of the time is on the ice, other half is dressing and walking to and from…”
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