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The 15 Glacier Hikes from Vík in Iceland That Earn Their Price

28 tours  ·  from $95

Good glacier hikes from vík fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike - Meeting at Tröll Expeditions in Hof
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Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

1.Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,746 reviews · 4 hours · from $165Our pick

Meet at Tröll Expeditions in Hof for a four-hour small-group trip onto Falljökull. Your English-speaking guide provides crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe, and glacier lessons before leading you to a changing natural ice cave. Expect a long, active walk and excellent photo stops.

“Walking on the glacier is an exceptional experience. One of the things that you must do if you are around. And our guide Anna was very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike - Blue crevasses, moulins, and ice holes
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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

2.Guided Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,123 reviews · from $116

You’ll hike across Sólheimajökull with a certified English-speaking guide such as Daniel, Steve, Tomas, or Daniela. Expect crampon practice, glacier formations, crevasses, moulins, possible ice tunnels, and time for photos. The route suits children 8 and older but can feel moderate in places.

“Excellent tour my Steve! He was kind, funny, informative and patient! The views were marvellous in its true sense, definitely one of a kind and once in a lifetime experience.”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group - Walking Through Blue Ice and Crevasses
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

3.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115Top rated

Walk across Sólheimajökull with a certified English-speaking guide in a group of up to 14. You’ll use crampons, an ice axe, harness, and helmet while exploring blue ice, crevasses, and small ice tunnels. Guides such as Sam, Sophia, Oskar, and Heini are praised for safety and clear instruction.

“We loved this! Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. We felt safe the entire time. The crampons worked magic on the ice. We got to walk into a small ice tunnel/hole, which was definitely a highlight. Glad we went early in the morning - we were the only group out there for a bit, which was super nice. Definitely recommend!”

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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike - Walking on the glacier tongue
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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

4.Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Walk across Sólheimajökull with a certified guide such as Edgar, Anna, Eli, or Lilly, using crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice axe. Expect about three hours, a short approach walk, blue ice, volcanic ash, glacier science, and views toward Eyjafjallajökull when skies are clear.

“Had a fantastic hike with Edgar! He was so kind and shared his deep knowledge with us about the glacier with his great humor and our whole group ended the hike with chocolate in hand and high spirits! 10/10 would recommend to anyone. Hike difficulty was moderate for someone who doesn’t hike much, but was definitely worth it. Edgar was sure to keep our group together and kept us at a comfortable pace for everyone. Be sure to bring warm clothes and comfortable hiking shoes with ankle support (or rent them at the tour).”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Small Group Blue Ice Adventure - From the parking lot to the glacier lagoon
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

5.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Meet your certified Arctic Adventures guide at Sólheimajökull’s parking lot near Vík. After a safety briefing, walk beside the glacier lagoon, fit crampons, and spend about two hours on the ice among blue formations, ridges, crevasses, and moulins.

“Such a fun experience. Our tour guide, Mickell, was wonderful. He took the time to ensure we all were familiar with the equipment. He provided great information about the glacier, how they are formed, what happens when they recede, melt, etc. and a general overview of glacier hiking. He hiked at a very good pace for everyone in the group and took plenty of breaks. He was charming and knowledgeable. Highly, highly recommend this adventure.”

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Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon - Getting fitted for the dry suit
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Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon

6.Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 421 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $170

Paddle a stable sit-on-top kayak across Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon, passing icebergs with the glacier ahead. Your guide handles safety, instruction, and local stories. Daniella, Sebastian, Fernanda, and other guides are praised for friendly, clear help. Bring warm clothes and expect a rough walk to the water.

“This was a very peaceful way to see the glacier and ice bergs up close and away from the crowds. I really enjoyed the overall experience and tranquility of it. Our guide Carla Paz was very friendly, informative and easy going - loved having her as our guide!”

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Vik: Guided Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull - From the parking lot to the glacier edge
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Vik: Guided Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull

7.Guided Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 265 reviews · 3 hours · from $120

Walk onto Sólheimajökull with a trained English-speaking guide, using crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice ax. Expect a non-technical three-hour hike among blue ice, black ash, crevasses, and possible ice caves, with time for photos and glacier water.

“Unforgettable Glacier Hike with O’Neal – Heartfelt Thanks! Today’s glacier hike with O’Neal was truly one of the highlights of our trip. From the very beginning, we felt safe, well-guided, and in the best hands. O’Neal managed to combine deep knowledge, humor, and professionalism in a way that made the whole experience not only informative but also a lot of fun. He took the time to explain so much about the glacier’s past, present, and possible future, and showed us incredible ice formations that we never would have found on our own. Despite the constant changes and challenges on the glacier, we never felt at risk – his focus on…”

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Vik: Guided Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike - Starting at the Sólheimajökull parking lot
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Vik: Guided Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike

8.Guided Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 233 reviews · 3 hours · from $122

Walk from the Sólheimajökull parking lot onto the glacier, learn how ice tunnels, moulins, crevasses, and volcanic ash form, and hike for about two hours in crampons with a certified English-speaking guide. Guides such as João, Edgar, Tina, and Kevin are praised for patient instruction, safety, and good photos.

“This was an absolutely amazing activity. Our family of four (two adults, two kids ages 12 and 15) found this to be one of our most memorable activities in Iceland. Our guide Andrej was honestly the best - friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and above all ensured we had a safe and enjoyable experience. We got to spend a lot of time on the glacier and explore various areas. All the safety gear was provided and check-in was efficient. I would highly recommend this three hour tour with Troll Expeditions to everyone - but it does require some level of fitness and endurance.”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Kayaking Tour on the Glacier Lagoon - Meeting at Sólheimajökull Base Camp
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Sólheimajökull: Guided Kayaking Tour on the Glacier Lagoon

9.Guided Kayaking Tour on the Glacier Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 179 reviews · 3 hours · from $170

Paddle a sit-on-top kayak around floating icebergs at Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon. Your English-speaking guide, such as Sebastian, Fernanda, or Carla-Paz, teaches the basics, provides a dry suit, and shares stories about the glacier. No kayaking experience is needed, but bring warm layers, a hat, and spare socks.

“Our kayaking trip with Renata was phenomenal! She was friendly, informative, and helpful! Exceeded our expectations!”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Small Group - Meeting the guide beside the yellow school bus
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro – Small Group

10.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 151 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $211

Walk across Sólheimajökull, learn basic ice climbing, and explore crevasses, caves, and blue ice with a certified English-speaking guide. Groups are capped at eight per guide. Reykjavík pickup options add Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, while glacier-only guests meet in Vik.

“Gaia was an excellent guide! We were taught us the basics of ice climbing and put our new found skills to the test! Such an exciting and fun experience!”

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Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk - Meeting your guide at the 2:00 pm start
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Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk

11.Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $246

Meet a certified Troll Expeditions guide at Sólheimajökull, collect crampons, boots, harness, helmet, and axes, then hike onto the glacier for ice-climbing instruction, glacier features, and striking views in a group capped at six.

“We had so much fun on our glacier hike and climb! Maria was an amazing guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about the glacier and taught us a lot. The climb was super fun too, challenging but manageable! There was very little time standing around or waiting for others. Highly recommend!”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike - Blue crevasses, moulins, and ice holes
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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

12.Guided Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 108 reviews · 2.5 - 4 hours · from $115

Meet guides such as Ellie, Sam, Lasse, or Jon at Sólheimajökull, then cross the ice in a small group of up to 12. Choose a family-friendly walk, classic hike, or longer trek, with crampons, helmet, ice axe, glacier lessons, and time to see blue crevasses, ice tunnels, and moulins.

“Ellie was a superb tour leader and amazing to see her skills across the ice. She made our whole group feel safe and really did make the experience fantastic. Seeing the ice glacial tunnel was a highlight!”

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Sólheimajökull Ice Climb and Glacier Hike - Meeting at Sólheimajökull’s parking lot
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Sólheimajökull Ice Climb and Glacier Hike

13.Sólheimajökull Ice Climb and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · 4 hours · from $241

Meet your certified English-speaking guide at Sólheimajökull’s parking lot for a four-hour glacier hike and beginner ice climb. You’ll use crampons, an ice axe, ropes, and climbing boots while exploring ice formations, crevasses, and tunnels. Groups are limited to six, and guides such as Maria and Adam have earned praise for patient safety coaching.

“Fantastic! Our guide Adam was wonderful. Lots of patience. Very safety conscious! Great fun! Beautiful views”

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Glacier Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull - Meet on location - Meeting at the only Sólheimajökull parking lot
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Glacier Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull – Meet on location

14.Glacier Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull – Meet on location

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 50 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $105Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Sólheimajökull’s parking lot, gear up, and spend about an hour hiking the ice. You’ll cross uneven ground, inspect glacial formations, and learn how they form. The hike suits beginners aged 10 and up, with Tomasz among the guides praised for his clear, passionate instruction.

“Abbiamo svolto questa esperienza ormai 1 anno fa e ancora ne parliamo bene, nonostante l'acqua che abbiamo preso sul ghiacciaio è stato tutto meraviglioso. Un'esperienza unica!”

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Private Guided Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier - Why a private guide is worth the price
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Private Guided Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier

15.Private Guided Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $807

Join a certified guide for a private three-hour hike on Sólheimajökull near Vik. You’ll cross blue ice, inspect crevasses, and learn how glaciers work while using supplied crampons, helmets, harnesses, and poles. Guides such as Heather, Jökull, and Lucas have earned praise for patient, careful family support.

“At first, they provided all necessary gear (e.g. hiking boots, gloves, crampons, etc.) with no extra charges, they were in good conditions that gives us confidence about the hike on a rainy day. The tour guides are very knowledgeable and taken very good care on each one oRead more”

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