Private Sólheimajökull Glacier Hiking Adventure

by Arctic Yeti Ehf · Glacier hiking · Hiking & trekking · South Coast

4.9· 12 TripAdvisor reviews of this tour 5.0· 22 Google reviews of the operator

Beginners welcome
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from €550 per person

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Private Sólheimajökull Glacier Hiking Adventure — Arctic Yeti Ehf

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Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Starts at
Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot
Sólheimajökull glacier parking lot, 221, Vik
Guide
Guided in English, Spanish
Departs
09:00, 09:30, 12:30, 13:30 …
Minimum age
10
Cancellation
Free until 365 days before

About this experience

Immerse Yourself in the Breathtaking Beauty of the Sólheimajökull Glacier with a Private Group

Experience the awe-inspiring Sólheimajökull glacier in the safety and knowledge that only an expert guide can provide. Taking this excursion in a private group ensures you have a personalized and exclusive adventure, making the most of every moment in this stunning natural setting. Here, in this vast landscape of ice and snow, you will discover the true essence of Icelandic nature.

From the very first moment, our expert guide will welcome you and provide all the necessary equipment for your safety and comfort. You'll learn how to use crampons and an ice axe, and receive a brief introduction to the formation and features of the Sólheimajökull glacier.

As you venture onto the glacier, you will feel the excitement build with every step. You'll walk on the ice, exploring deep crevasses, ice sculptures, and formations that seem out of this world. The guide will share fascinating stories about the glacier's geology, its constant movement, and the effects of climate change on this region.

Reaching a high point on the glacier, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views that stretch to the horizon. From here, you can appreciate the vastness of Sólheimajökull and the wild beauty of its surroundings. This is the perfect moment to take photographs and capture the magnificence of the landscape.

By opting for a private group, we minimize our impact on the glacier's delicate ecosystem. This sustainable practice helps preserve the natural environment for future generations, ensuring that Sólheimajökull remains a place of pristine beauty.

As you descend from the glacier, you'll have time to reflect on the incredible day you’ve had. The guide will continue to share their knowledge about the glacier and answer any questions you may have. You will feel a deep connection to nature and a renewed respect for these icy landscapes.

Book Your Private Glacier Adventure

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this incredible glacier adventure in Iceland with your own private group. Reserve your spot today and prepare for an experience you will remember forever. Sólheimajökull awaits to show you the icy beauty of Iceland like you’ve never seen before.

See you on the ice.

Description from the operator, Arctic Yeti Ehf. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Sólheimajökull meeting point
Walking to the glacier
Technical explanation of the activity and trekking
Walking to the parking meeting point

Included

Helmet, harness, ice axe and crampons
All Required Safety Equipment
Certified glacier guide
English and Spanish Speaking Guided glacier hike
Private group

Not included

Hiking boots
Rain gear and warm clothing
Snacks and drinks
Important to bring gloves, high-ankle hiking boots, and sunglasses

Good to know

To fully enjoy the glacier trekking excursion, it is important to bring the following gear:

Warm outdoor clothing
Waterproof jacket and pants
Headwear
Gloves
Sunglasses
Good hiking boots with ankle support

It is essential that the hiking boots are high-ankle to ensure the crampons grip correctly and do not cause injuries. Prepare well and enjoy a safe and exciting experience on the glacier.

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 365 days before departure, then 30% of the price within 7 days, rising to 50% within 4 days. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is high wind or rain on the ice — the guide decides at the meeting point, sometimes after you have set off. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

1Arctic Yeti Ehf decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 365 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Who this is not for

Children under 10 cannot join this one.
Not for last-minute planners — free cancellation ends 365 days before, longer than most tours here.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

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What travellers say about Arctic Yeti Ehf

Read all 22 reviews on Google →

Operator rating 5.0/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

Margaret Palermo
★★★★★ · a month ago
I have had consistently excellent experiences with this company, both professionally and on a personal level. Everyone I have dealt with has been kind, helpful, reliable, and very easy to communicate with. They have also shown me genuine kindness beyond what I would normally expect, which I greatly appreciate. From a professional perspective, everything has always worked smoothly, and they are dependable and pleasant to deal with. From my own personal experience, I can also say that they treat people with consideration and are willing to help when it matters. A very positive experience overall, and a company I am happy to recommend.
Maryna van Joolingen
★★★★★ · 3 years ago
It was our pleasure to have a tour with tour provider Arctic Yeti. Absolutely great tour to Landmannalaugar, highly recommend! Amazing, very positive, friendly and attentive to every person in the group guide Javier! The contact person on the telephone was also very helpful.
Nicole Siegmund
★★★★★ · a year ago
Great tour
Andrei Neagu
★★★★★ · a month ago
Truly recommend the entire Arctic Yeti team!! Received excellent advice in organizing a BIG motorhome caravan. Always open, always friendly, always available. Wouldn't go to Iceland with anyone else!!

Reviews from Google · updated 23 Oct 2026

Read before you book

Best Glacier Hike in Iceland (2026): 5 PicksThe glacier hikes we would book ourselves in Iceland, on Sólheimajökull and in Skaftafell, with real adult prices, departure points and who each one is not for.
Glacier hike in Iceland: which glacier to bookThree glaciers sell almost the same walk at different prices and distances. Which one fits your route, what 'easy' means, and what blue ice really requires.
Glacier hike or ice cave: which to bookBetween October and April, book the Skaftafell hike-and-cave combo and get both. The rest of the year, a glacier hike on Sólheimajökull is the better day.

Reviews from our travellers

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Glacier hiking — questions people ask

Which glacier is best for a first glacier hike?

Sólheimajökull on the South Coast, about two and a half hours from Reykjavík. It is the most accessible glacier tongue, the walk from the car park is short and the three-to-four-hour tours (/experience/6853/ or /experience/914990/) suit beginners. Skaftafell in the southeast has bigger ice and fewer people, with tours like Glacier Wonders (/experience/17340/), but it is a five-hour drive each way, so it only works if you are staying out there.

Can you hike on a glacier in Iceland in summer?

Yes. Glacier hiking runs all year. In June to August the ice is grey and gritty on the surface with blue crevasses and meltwater channels, and the weather is milder. In November to March the ice is whiter and you may see ice formations, but daylight is short and the wind bites. Neither is better; summer is easier, winter is prettier. The one thing you cannot do in summer is visit a natural blue ice cave.

How fit do I need to be for a glacier hike?

Moderately. You walk two to three hours on uneven ice in crampons, with some short steep sections. Anyone who can manage a hilly day walk will be fine; the pace is slow because the guide is checking the route. It is not for anyone with knee or balance problems, and most operators set a minimum age of eight to ten. Check the tour page. Longer tours like Glacier Explorer (/experience/17338/) push further onto the ice and need more stamina.

What do I need to bring on a glacier hike?

Sturdy boots with ankle support, waterproof jacket and trousers, warm layers, gloves and a hat, plus water and a snack. The operator provides crampons, a harness, a helmet and an ice axe. Jeans and trainers are not allowed on the ice, and guides do turn people away. Most meeting points rent boots and rain gear for a small fee; check the tour page and book them in advance in summer.

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