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Iceland’s glaciers & ice caves [Hiking & snowmobiling]: Recommended tours & tickets

South Iceland Glaciers, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach Day Tour from Reykjavik

  • Reykjavik

Adventure through the dramatic landscape of Iceland during this full-day tour of the southern coastline. Explore lava fields, icebergs, and glaciers with help from a friendly, knowledgable guide. Visit the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls and stop by the small village of Vik. Roundtrip transportation to and from selected locations in central Reykjavik is available.

Price $99

Min age 2

Rating 4.69 / 5 [1949 ratings]

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Glacier Walk and South Coast Tour by Minibus from Reykjavik

  • Reykjavik

Spend 12 hours exploring the magnificent southern coast of Iceland including a glacier hike with an experienced guide. Discover the Sólheimajökull Glacier as well as the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Reynisfjara black sand beach. Ensure comfort with a small group tour and transport provided by minibus.

Price €170

Min age 8

Rating 4.79 / 5 [611 ratings]

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Golden Circle & Glacier Snowmobiling Day Trip from Reykjavik

  • Reykjavik

This tour combines the very popular Golden Circle tour with the adventure of a lifetime - a one-hour snowmobile ride on Langjökull glacier, Iceland's second largest ice cap.

Price $255

Min age 6

Rating 4.48 / 5 [569 ratings]

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Skaftafell Glacier Hike 3-Hour Small Group Tour

  • Skaftafell

Come join a three-hour hike up an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, Europe's largest glacier, located in Skaftafell National Park. Experience the breathtaking natural scenery that has inspired dozens of filmmakers. You and your group of, at most, 12 people, will get the opportunity to explore the wilderness of the ice formations and crevasses under the guidance of a certified guide.

Price €100

Min age 8

Rating 4.75 / 5 [495 ratings]

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Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

  • Reykjavik

Experience the magic of Iceland's south coast in a single day on this incredible adventure from Reykjavik. Get up close and personal with a glacier, explore iconic spots, and discover the natural wonders that define this breathtaking region. Marvel at the mesmerizing Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, where you can even walk behind the cascading waters at Seljalandsfoss – a truly unique experience. Embrace the Insta-famous Reynisfjara black-sand beach, where you'll enjoy a leisurely stroll along the striking black sands while gazing at the magnificent rock formations that stretch out into the sea. The main adventure awaits at the Sólheimajökull glacier, where you'll gear up with harness, crampons, an ice pick, and a helmet. Embark on a short hike to the glacier's base, then ascend onto the ice for an exhilarating glacier hike filled with twists, turns, and panoramic vistas that will take your breath away.

Price $175

Min age 10

Rating 4.95 / 5 [481 ratings]

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Small Group Glacier Experience from Solheimajokull Glacier

  • Vik

Take advantage of a great opportunity to explore the incredible Solheimajokull Glacier in a small group setting on this one and a half hour glacier hike available directly from Solheimajokull's parking lot. Walk around the glacier and admire the stunning landscape that surrounds the ice cap. This is your chance to explore the incredible frozen world of the glacier such as its crevasses and glacier moulins.

Price €90

Min age 8

Rating 4.80 / 5 [417 ratings]

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Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali

  • Hofn

In this glacier walk with a local guide from Hali you experience the wonders of Vatnajökull glacier. Our guide takes you on an unforgettable journey on Breiðamerkurjökull, one of Vatnajökull’s biggest outlet glacier.  The trip starts at Glacier Adventures headquarters in Hali, where your guide drives you to the glacier area, away from the crowds and off the beaten path where you can breathe in the fresh glacier air. The tour can take between 3,5 and 4 hours (1 – 1,5 hour on the glacier), including drive back and forth from our headquarters.  This tour is moderated and can be done by most children and adults.

Price €124

Min age 10

Rating 4.89 / 5 [406 ratings]

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South Coast: Fire & Ice - Waterfalls, Glaciers & Icelandic Lava Show in Vík

  • Reykjavik

Join us to find out why Iceland is named the Land of Ice & Fire, with this fantastic day on the South Coast that includes the Icelandic Lava Show and a guided valley walk to get incredible views of the crevasse riddled Solheimajökull glacier. Join this small group tour and you'll stop at the must see Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, visit the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, learn all about Iceland's geology and volcanoes whilst witnessing re-melted lava at the Lava Show. Plus, get incredible views of an enormous glacier for unmatched pictures. This is a one day tour you'll never forget. All of Hidden Iceland's tours operate with a maximum of 12 people, and you will be joined by friendly and knowledgeable English speaking guides. This tour does NOT include a glacier hike but we will get close to the terminal face of the glacier for great views.

Price $225

Min age 8

Rating 4.97 / 5 [406 ratings]

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Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

  • Vik

Grab your hiking boots and get ready, because you’re going to hike Sólheimajökull glacier in southern Iceland on this 3 hour, small-group tour. 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.

Price €104

Min age 8

Rating 4.84 / 5 [390 ratings]

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Glacier Hike from Skaftafell - Extra Small Group

  • Skaftafell

• Certified guides Our guides have certification from AIMG (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides). • Small groups The group size for our trips never exceeds 8 people. • 4x4 drive We will drive you all the way to the glacier. That means more time we can spend on ice. • Evening departure (June - August) If you want to avoid the crowds join us for our evening tour and enjoy the complete silence.

Price $125

Min age 8

Rating 4.98 / 5 [388 ratings]

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