Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Walk
About
Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier on a thrilling hike that includes a visit to a newly discovered blue ice cave. This 3,5-hour guided adventure begins at the Base Camp where you’ll receive all necessary equipment, including crampons and an ice axe. Traverse breathtaking glacier formations and deep crevasses while learning about the glacier’s geology from an expert guide. After marveling at the crystal blue tunnel inside the cave, return across the glacier to the Base Camp, enriched by
Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier on a thrilling hike that includes a visit to a newly discovered blue ice cave. This 3,5-hour guided adventure begins at the Base Camp where you’ll receive all necessary equipment, including crampons and an ice axe. Traverse breathtaking glacier formations and deep crevasses while learning about the glacier’s geology from an expert guide. After marveling at the crystal blue tunnel inside the cave, return across the glacier to the Base Camp, enriched by a unique Icelandic experience. - Glacier hike duration: 4 hours with a moderate difficulty - Minimum age requirement: 10 years - Professional guide with knowledge of glacier geology - All equipment provided, including crampons and ice axes for safety
Quick info
What's Included
Included
Safety equipment
Other
Use of toilet facility at our Basecamp
Other
Experienced and qualified glacier guide
Other
Blue Ice Cave Visit
Other
Coffee & Tee at our Basecamp
Other
Glacier gear
Other
Not Included
Lunch
Food and drink
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
From the Ring Road (Route 1), turn onto Road 221 (Sólheimajökulsvegur) — it’s clearly marked and located between Skógar and Vík. Drive to the end of Road 221, where you'll find the only building in the area — this is your meeting point. Marked with the Icelandic Mountain Guides logo.
End point
From the Ring Road (Route 1), turn onto Road 221 (Sólheimajökulsvegur) — it’s clearly marked and located between Skógar and Vík. Drive to the end of Road 221, where you'll find the only building in the area — this is your meeting point. Marked with the Icelandic Mountain Guides logo.
Additional Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Available Languages
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund Schedule
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