From Sólheimajökull
From Sólheimajökull
Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave
Due to unfavorable condition, the ice cave is no longer available for this winter. Please contact our sales office for other possibilities.
Tour code: AG107
Ice Cave Along The South Coast of Iceland
Have you ever dreamed about visiting an ice cave during your visit to Iceland? Here is your chance!
Our guides have recently discovered an ice cave on Sólheimajökull glacier and can’t wait to lead you safely to this natural glacier wonder among crevasses, water cauldrons and ridges. This tour gives you the opportunity to witness first hand an ice cave in Icelandic nature and get in a great moderate glacier hike on one of Iceland’s best known outlet glaciers, Sólheimajökull glacier. During the glacier crossing you’ll see dirt cones made of volcanic ash from various volcanic eruptions and ice. They stand in sharp contrast, in both landscape and color, to the surrounding ice. Finally you’ll enter the blue ice cave. Walking into this frozen world, centuries in the making, is a truly unique experience.
We supply you with necessary equipment and a guide to ensure your safety.
Join us now for this great opportunity to explore an ice cave in Sólheimajökull.
Looking for a daytour with transfer from Reykjavík? Check out Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave from Reykjavík!
Please note: Ice cave tours are dependent on the weather. For your safety, tours may be cancelled in the case of unfavorable weather conditions. We will update our guests as soon as possible if a tour has been cancelled due to weather. In some cases we might need to change the tour to a longer glacier walk instead.
Tour Overview
- Meeting Point
- Sólheimajökull Base Camp
- Group Size
- Up to 12 per guide
- On the ice
- 3 - 3.5 hrs
- Language
- English
- Minimum age
- 12 years
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
12
Contact Us
For availability information on a tour, please contact us using the form below.Tour Highlights
Included
- Experienced and qualified guide
- Glacier gear
- Safety equipment
- Tea, coffee, water and access to restrooms at Sólheimajökull base
Not included
- Rain gear
- Hiking boots
- Warm clothing
Optional extras
- Rain gear (jacket or pants)
- Hiking boots
Tour Map and Itinerary
Click map for detailed itineraryMap & Itinerary
Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave
Blue Ice Cave Tour On Sólheimajökull
Day Tour
Your adventure begins when you meet your professional glacier guide at our Sólheimajökull Base Camp along the South Coast of Iceland.
Your guide will provide you with the necessary gear for the Glacier Walk, including a harness, crampons and a harness.
Following a quick safety briefing, you set off to the glacier. After 2 hours of exploring magnificent ice formations, you will head back to the original meeting point.
Sólheimajökull - Where to meet us
Directions
Driving time
From Reykjavík: 2.5 hrs
From Vík: 45 min
GPS point for Sólheimajökull
N 63.532833
W 19.369675
From the West (Reykjavík)
6 km (3.7 mi) after Skógar you turn left (just after the bridge) onto road 221 and then follow road 221 for about 5 km (3 mi) to the Sólheimajökull parking area. (Expected 20 - 30 min for this part).
From the East (Vík)
3 km (1.9 mi) after you pass road 222, you turn right (just before the bridge) onto road 221 (gravel road) and then follow road 221 for about 5 km to the Sólheimajökull parking area. (Expected 20 - 30 min. for this part).
Keep informed about Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave
From time to time we send updates about new routes
Practical Information
FAQ
Equipment List
What is the difference between Sólheimajökull and Skaftafell?
Sólheimajökull is in the south and is closer to Reykjavik, Skaftafell is in the south east and much farther away. The tours we offer on both locations are very similar, only operated on different glaciers so you can choose the one that best fits your travel schedule.
Why do I need to arrive 20 minutes before departure time?
Before we head to the glacier for the tour we need to get everyone fitted with the equipment, crampons and harnesses. The crampons need to be adjusted to each persons shoe size so it is important that people arrive 20 minutes before so everyone is ready at the departure time.
How long in advance do I need to book?
We always recommend to book as soon as you are ready especially if you have a strict travel schedule or a large group. It is easy to change or cancel 24 hours before departure by emailing us (info@mountainguides.is). Tours can also be purchased the day of as long as there are spaces available.
What is the address of the meeting place?
Our meeting points do not have official addresses, but you can see directions and GPS points if you click the map above, or find the location on Google Maps here.
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