Ice Climbing and Glacier Hiking Excursion on the Sólheimajökull Glacier from Mýrdalshreppur

Explore one of Iceland's most stunning glaciers and take your trip to new heights on this immersive 4-hour guided excursion, ice-climbing and glacier hiking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier from Mýrdalshreppur! Welcoming beginners and adventurers ages 12 and up.

Located in southern Iceland, the Sólheimajökull Glacier is the country's 4th largest glacier and is part of the much larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap (one of the largest in Europe). In addition, the Sólheimajökull Glacier is situated on top of the massive Katla volcano. Renowned for its distinctive ice formations and for its varying and magnificent hues of blue, the Sólheimajökull Glacier is a must-visit destination when travelling to Iceland! A guided excursion, ice climbing and glacier hiking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier from Mýrdalshreppur is an amazing way to experience this incredible natural wonder.

The adventure begins at the meeting point in Mýrdalshreppur, where you and your group (a maximum of 6 people) will be greeted by your experienced instructor/guide. After an initial safety and itinerary briefing, you'll receive your equipment, which includes a helmet, a harness, ice axes, crampons, and glacier boots. Now, the fun starts! You'll set out on the picturesque 30-minute walk to the Sólheimajökull Glacier.

Upon your arrival, you'll put on your equipment (which the instructor double-checks) and will be provided with an introduction to glacier hiking, emphasising safety. Next, you'll explore this incredible area, encountering crevasses and ice formations, don't forget your camera! Your guide will also share interesting facts about the Sólheimajökull Glacier, the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, and the Kalta volcano. Also, you'll visit the deep glacier moulin, an impressive vertical shaft like a well made of ice!

The adventure continues with the ice climbing portion of the excursion after an introduction to ice climbing, ice climbing techniques, and ice climbing equipment. Secured with a harness, rope, and helmet, aided with ice axes, crampons and glacier boots, you'll be secured to your instructor's belaying device with a rope. As you ascend a vertical wall of the Sólheimajökull Glacier with the help of ice axes, you'll experience a healthy dose of adrenaline! At the end of the tour, ice-climbing and glacier hiking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier, you'll return to the original departure point in Mýrdalshreppur proud of your accomplishments and with lifelong memories of Iceland!

For an adventure like none other in beautiful Iceland, book this guided excursion, ice-climbing and glacier hiking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier from Mýrdalshreppur today!