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Sólheimajökull tours

Sólheimajökull is an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull and one of the easiest glaciers to reach on the south coast, making it a popular spot for glacier hikes and, in winter, ice caves. Tours are run by a local travel agency in Iceland with certified guides.

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25 tours · prices per person unless marked private
South Coast and Sky Lagoon Tour from ReykjavikDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast and Sky Lagoon Tour from ReykjavikAbout 13 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person29,990 ISKSee datesSolheimajokull Glacier HikeDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSolheimajokull Glacier HikeAbout 4 hoursMeet on locationAll yearFrom, per person14,635 ISKSee dates6 Day Iceland Ring Road Tour in Winter6-day tourSmall groupAround Iceland6 Day Iceland Ring Road Tour in WinterSmall-group minibus tour6 days, 5 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkWinter (Oct–Apr)From, per person276,938 ISKSee dates4 Day Iceland Summer Tour Package4-day packageSmall groupGolden Circle · South Coast4 Day Iceland Summer Tour PackageSmall-group minibus tour4 days, 3 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person171,792 ISKSee datesSouth Coast of IcelandDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast of IcelandAbout 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person17,990 ISKSee dates3 Day Iceland Summer Tour3-day packageSmall group3 Day Iceland Summer TourGolden Circle, Glacier Hike & Ice Cave3 days, 2 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person126,998 ISKSee dates5 Day Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier Hike5-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast5 Day Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier HikeMountain Huts5 days, 4 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person329,990 ISKSee dates7 Day Complete Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier Hike7-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast7 Day Complete Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier HikeMountain Huts7 days, 6 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person389,990 ISKSee dates8 Day Grand Laugavegur Trek & Iceland’s Highlights8-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast8 Day Grand Laugavegur Trek & Iceland’s HighlightsMountain Huts8 days, 7 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person429,990 ISKSee datesGlacier Zip Line + Glacier AdventureDay tourSmall groupGlacier Zip Line + Glacier AdventureAbout 3.5 hoursWinter (Oct–Apr)From, per person45,000 ISKSee datesGlacier Walk & Glacier KayakDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastGlacier Walk & Glacier Kayak8 hoursMeet on locationJun–OctFrom, per person33,999 ISKSee datesSólheimajökull Ice Cave & Glacier HikeDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSólheimajökull Ice Cave & Glacier HikeAbout 4.5 hoursMeet on location (outside Reykjavík)Winter (Oct–Apr)From, per person22,999 ISKSee datesATV & Glacier Lagoon KayakingDay tourSmall groupGlacier Lagoon & VatnajökullATV & Glacier Lagoon Kayaking6 hoursMeet on locationJun–OctFrom, per person40,999 ISKSee datesSouth Coast & Glacier HikeDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast & Glacier HikeAbout 12 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person21,830 ISKSee datesPrivate Sólheimajökull Glacier HikePrivate tourSouth CoastPrivate Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike3-Hour Glacier Adventure3 hoursPrivate tour from139,600 ISKSee datesSólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon KayakingDay tourSmall groupGlacier Lagoon & Vatnajökull · South CoastSólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon Kayaking2.5 hoursMeet on locationJun–OctFrom, per person19,999 ISKSee datesSouth Coast & Northern Lights TourDay tourLarge groupSouth CoastSouth Coast & Northern Lights TourAbout 14 hours (10-hour South Coast tour + 4-hour Northern Lights tour)Pick-up in ReykjavíkNorthern Lights season (Sep–Apr)From, per person21,990 ISKSee datesSouth Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier HikeDay tourLarge groupSouth CoastSouth Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike13–13.5 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person24,990 ISKSee datesSouth Coast & Solheimasandur Plane Wreck Tour from ReykjavíkDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast & Solheimasandur Plane Wreck Tour from Reykjavík13–13.5 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person24,990 ISKSee datesIce Climbing & Glacier HikeDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastIce Climbing & Glacier HikeSólheimajökull4 hoursMeet on locationAll yearFrom, per person30,488 ISKSee datesSouth Coast TourDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast TourFamily Friendly & Small GroupsAbout 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person23,300 ISKSee datesGlacier Ziplines & Glacier HikeDay tourSmall groupGlacier Ziplines & Glacier HikeSummer TourAbout 4 hoursSummer (May–Sep)From, per person45,000 ISKSee datesSouth Coast & Glacier Lagoon KayakingDay tourLarge groupSouth CoastSouth Coast & Glacier Lagoon Kayaking11 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–OctFrom, per person31,799 ISKSee datesSouth Coast Tour in SpanishDay tourSmall groupSouth CoastSouth Coast Tour in SpanishAbout 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person17,950 ISKSee datesSouth Coast Bus Tour from ReykjavíkDay tourLarge groupSouth CoastSouth Coast Bus Tour from ReykjavíkOur lowest-price South Coast tourAbout 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person15,990 ISKSee dates

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About Sólheimajökull tours

Sólheimajökull sits close to the Ring Road between Skógar and Vík, which makes it one of the most convenient glaciers to visit on a south coast day trip.

Glacier hikes here run year-round and suit both first-timers and more experienced hikers, with routes of different lengths and difficulty. Crampons, helmets and ice axes are provided.

In winter, ice caves can form in and around the glacier, though which caves are safe to visit changes each season, so this depends on conditions checked by guides.

The glacier has retreated noticeably in recent decades, and many guides point this out during the hike as a visible example of glacial change.

Questions people ask

Can I hike on Sólheimajökull without experience?

Yes, there are guided glacier walks suitable for beginners, as well as longer routes for those wanting more of a challenge.

Is Sólheimajökull good for ice caves?

In winter, ice caves can form here, though availability depends on conditions each season. Ask your travel agency what is open when you visit.

How far is Sólheimajökull from Reykjavík?

About 150 km, roughly a 2-hour drive, making it a common stop on south coast day tours.

What should I wear for a Sólheimajökull glacier hike?

Warm layers, waterproof outerwear and sturdy hiking boots. Crampons and other technical gear are provided by the guide.

Is Sólheimajökull open year-round?

Glacier hikes run year-round, weather permitting, while ice cave access is generally limited to winter.