Iceland · HIKING TOURS IN SOUTH ICELAND
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 hiking tours in South Iceland worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
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”
Skaftafell’s Falljökull Glacier easy group hike: Troll Expeditions includes crampons, harness, ice axe, and expert guidance, with about 1.5 hours on ice.
“The activity was amazing! Gerard was a super guide for the tour and the group was great. Well organized and everything was okay, even when the day was rainy and very windy. Highlight of our trip to Iceland!”
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!”
Advanced 5-hour Vatnajökull hike at Skaftafell, guided with crampons and an ice axe, exploring Falljökull icefall and climate change.
“Typical islandic weather but our guide Rik made it a really enjoyable tour”
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 🇫🇷”
Hike Breiðamerkurjökull from Jökulsárlón on a guided crampon walk. Learn how Vatnajökull changes, with safety gear included.
“It was amazing. Great to explore the glacier with a knowledgeable guide! With a good sense of humor she guided us !”
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!”
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!”
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!”
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!”
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…”
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…”
Small-group glacier hike from Skaftafell in Vatnajokull National Park. Gear included, certified guides, about 3 hours on Falljökull ice.
“Wonderful tour with a terrific guide! Kate was delightful. The small group was perfect. Strongly recommend the first tour of the morning.”
Zipline and hike near Vík, Iceland, with Mýrdalsjökull glacier views, expert guides, and a stream leap on a small-group adventure.
“This was amazing! Alex and Alexandra were great guides. Very professional. First time on a zipline and it was a blast. The valley was stunningly beautiful! Would do it again in a flash!”
Every kind of Icelandic day out, and the best of each.
