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Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk

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Overview

Grab your hiking boots and get ready, because you’re going to hike and climb the Sólheimajökull glacier in Southern Iceland! This is a comprehensive glacier tour, where you’ll learn about these massive natural phenomena from your guide and be provided with all the necessary equipment to get some exercise in full comfort and safety. You will also learn the basics of ice climbing and climb the vertical crevasse walls of Sólheimajökull glacier.

Each guide has a maximum of 6 participants to ensure the safety of the group.

What's Included

  • Ice-climbing and glacier-walk on Sólheimajökull
  • Coffee and Chocolates
  • All the necessary glacier and safety gear
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
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Meeting Location

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Sólheimajökulsvegur
871 Vík, Iceland

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What To Expect

The tour begins when you meet your guide in the Sólheimajökull parking lot and get all necessary equipment for the hike: crampons, ice axes, harnesses, helmets and climbing boots. Then you will hike for about 15 minutes to the ice itself to get the blood flowing and warm up for the climb.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • A minimum of two people per booking is required
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Ice-climbing and glacier-walk on Sólheimajökull.
  • Coffee and Chocolates.
  • All the necessary glacier and safety gear.
  • Hiking boots.
  • Certified Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK).
  • Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK).
  • Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK).
  • Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK).
  • Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 12..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Ice-climbing and glacier-walk on Sólheimajökull
  • Coffee and Chocolates
  • All the necessary glacier and safety gear
  • Hiking boots
  • Certified Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
  • Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
  • Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • Operates in all good weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of two people per booking is required
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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