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Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull

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Overview

Why You’ll Love This Adventure:

This is not your average glacier tour — this is a true small-group adventure designed for those who want to go beyond the beaten path and explore the raw, untouched beauty of Sólheimajökull.

With a maximum of 3 participants per tour, you’ll enjoy a personal, safe, and flexible experience tailored to your abilities and interests. No crowds, no rush — just you, your guide, and the glacier.

We’ll climb steep ice walls, navigate deep crevasses, and tackle challenging passages that bigger tours simply can’t reach. You’ll get the chance to truly connect with the glacier, ask questions, and take the time to enjoy every exciting moment.

Whether you’re an adventure lover or a curious explorer looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, this unique tour offers real excitement and memories you won’t forget.

What's Included

  • Climbing belt, Ice axe, Crampons, Helmet
  • Your lunch and water,energy drinks
  • Climbing boots
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Meeting Location

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Sólheimajökulsvegur
871, Iceland

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What To Expect

Get ready for a real glacier adventure on Sólheimajökull! This is not a simple walk — it’s a full exploration experience designed for those who want to climb, hike, and truly discover the glacier’s wild beauty.

We’ll gear up with all necessary safety equipment (crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axes) and head straight onto the ice. You’ll climb icy formations, hike over rugged glacier terrain, squeeze through crevasses, and carefully navigate challenging passages that few get to see.

Along the way, you’ll learn about how glaciers form, move, and shape the landscape, and get incredible photo opportunities inside the heart of this frozen world. Expect to use your hands and feet — this tour is physical, exciting, and unforgettable.

This is the perfect tour for adventurous travelers who want more than just a casual glacier walk.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull?

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 Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull?
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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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Climbing belt, Ice axe, Crampons, Helmet.
The following is NOT included:
  • Your lunch and water,energy drinks.
  • Climbing boots.
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 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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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  • Climbing belt, Ice axe, Crampons, Helmet
  • Your lunch and water,energy drinks
  • Climbing boots

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers

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  • 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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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