Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing Tour

Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull Glacier in South Iceland

This beginner-friendly ice climbing tour on Sólheimajökull glacier suits those interested in learning basic ice climbing skills and exploring Iceland's south coast.

Description

Start at the Sólheimajökull parking lot where you receive glacier gear for the tour. Then hike 15 minutes on a gravel road to the glacier base. At the base, guides will instruct you on how to wear and use the equipment.

On the glacier, you will climb a gentle ice wall to learn basic ice climbing techniques. The tour includes walking between climbing spots, allowing you to explore the glacier terrain. You will attempt climbing at two to three different locations, including walls and a vertical ice shaft called a mulian.

This introduction-level tour requires no special skills or advanced fitness. It is designed for anyone wanting to experience glacier ice climbing safely.

Why Book With Us?

• Small group sizes for personalized attention
• All guides are professional mountain guides and experienced ice climbers

Sólheimajökull is a small outlet glacier of the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, about 2 hours and 20 minutes’ drive from Reykjavík. Mýrdalsjökull covers an active volcano called Katla, which has a 10-kilometer diameter caldera and typically erupts every 40 to 80 years. The volcano is closely monitored following the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption nearby.

Includes

• Glacier gear: harness, crampons, helmet, and ice axe
• Local guide

Excludes

• Transport
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Hat and gloves
• Food and drink

Important Information

• The tour is suitable for beginners with no prior experience needed
• Bring lunch or snacks for the day
• A minimum of two participants is required to run the tour
• If the minimum number is not met, we can reschedule or offer a full refund

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.