Glacier Hike at Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave from Reykjavík

Reykjavík is Iceland's largest and capital city, located on the island's southwestern coast. This glacier hike from Reykjavík takes you to Sólheimajökull, a glacier tongue that extends from the larger Mýrdalsjökull Glacier.

The glacier hiking trip on Sólheimajökull begins at the starting point in Reykjavík, where you'll be welcomed on board a comfortable bus by the experienced guide. You'll embark on an approximately 2.5-hour drive to the base at Sólheimajökull, with a quick stop in the town of Hvolsvöllur on the way to buy lunch if you wish. Upon arrival at Sólheimajökull Glacier, you'll receive the equipment for safe hiking across the ice. After a quick safety briefing and instructions, the glacier hike on Sólheimajökull begins!

Following the local guide, you'll traverse the glacier's surface, passing ice sculptures, ridges, and deep crevasses. If the weather allows, you'll explore fascinating blue ice caves, coloured by the signature volcanic ash of Icelandic glaciers. During the hiking tour on Sólheimajökull, the guide will share insights about the glacier's formation and impact on the climate. After the 1.5-hour hiking excursion, you'll start driving back to Reykjavík. On the return journey, you'll make quick stops at the spectacular Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls.

Discover the stunning landscapes of Sólheimajökull Glacier on this full-day glacier hiking excursion from Reykjavík!