ACTIVITIES

Glacier Walking Tour on Sólheimajökull

duration

3 - 3,5 hours

AVAILABILITY

All Year

minimun age

8 YRS

Physical Level: Moderate | Accessibility: Best for people with average to good fitness; not suitable for those with significant mobility issues.

This is an informative and easy glacier walk on Sólheimajökull glacier. There will be a certified and experienced glacier guide that will lead you through a frozen wonderland of different shades of glacier ice. You will take a light hike up to the glacier and spend about one hour on the ice. What you need to bring: Warm clothes (first layer), Waterproof outdoor clothing (second layer), Hiking boots, gloves, and a hat. Provided on location: Glacier Gear and other safety equipment. Note: Jeans are not recommended for glacier activities. Once it gets wet, it takes a long time to dry, leaving you cold.

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