This tour includes sightseeing along the south coast, stopping at two major waterfalls. Then, you will go on a stunning hike through a glacial landscape featuring jagged peaks and expansive views on Sólheimajökull glacier.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 10 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- The complimentary pick-up service starts 30 minutes before the selected departure. Due to traffic limitations in the city center, you might have to make your way to the closest pick-up location. Your hotel reception will help you find it or, if staying in a private accommodation, please get in touch with the local supplier after the booking. If you are not staying at a hotel or near any other pick-up points, please come to the Bus Terminal at Klettagardar 4, Reykjavík, at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Please indicate that you will come to the terminal during the booking process.
Experience
Highlights
- Look down on Skógafoss waterfall - an unusual perspective
- Feel the mist from Seljalandsfoss waterfall on your skin
- See the jagged peaks and expansive views while hiking over Sólheimajökull glacier
Full description
First up on the itinerary is one of Iceland’s biggest waterfalls, Skógafoss. Those who are up for the challenge, can climb all 527 steps to the observation deck for a unique perspective. If you’re lucky, you’ll have a sunny day and see big rainbows through the waterfall mist.
Then you head over to the star of the tour, Sólheimajökull glacier, where you'll hike for one hour through an otherworldly glacial landscape.
On the way back, you'll stop at Seljalandsfoss, one of the South Coast’s most prominent waterfalls. Walking behind it and feeling the mist from the cascading water on your skin is the perfect ending to this South Coast adventure.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Expert guidance in English
- 1 hour hike on Sólheimajökull glacier with certified glacier guides
- Gear for glacier hiking (climbing harness, crampons and helmet)
- Wi-Fi on board
- Meals and drinks
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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What to bring
- Waterproof shoes
Not allowed
- Intoxication
Know before you go
- Minimum age for glacier hike is 10 years
- Please bring warm and waterproof clothing
- Please wear sturdy hiking boots
- No previous glacier hiking experience is needed
