Private South Coast and Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull
A full-day private journey through Iceland's most iconic southern landscapes, from thundering waterfalls to ancient ice.
This private South Coast glacier hike brings together the defining landmarks of Iceland's southern shore into a single, expertly guided 11-hour experience. From the dramatic cascades of Skógafoss to the dark volcanic sands of Reynisfjara, each stop reveals a different facet of Iceland's extraordinary geology.
The tour departs from Reykjavík and travels across the Hellisheiði lava field before entering the southern farmlands, where the silhouette of Hekla volcano emerges on clear days. The route then passes alongside Eyjafjallajökull, the glacier-capped volcano that disrupted European air travel in 2010, lending the landscape a sense of living geological history.
Certified glacier guides lead the ice hike on Sólheimajökull, an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull, Iceland's fourth-largest ice cap. Guests ascend the glacier surface to reach a summit surprise that rounds off the adventure with a memorable shared moment.
The day concludes at Seljalandsfoss, where a path carved behind the curtain of falling water offers one of the most unusual perspectives of any waterfall in the country.
Tour Highlights
Hike on Sólheimajökull glacier with a certified guide and discover a surprise at the summit.
Stand beneath the 60-metre cascade of Skógafoss, a waterfall featured in major film and television productions.
Walk behind the curtain of Seljalandsfoss for a perspective few waterfalls in the world can offer.
Explore Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, famed for its basalt columns, sea caves, and the offshore stacks of Reynisdrangar.
Pass by Eyjafjallajökull and absorb the story of the 2010 eruption that reshaped European aviation.
Travel as a private group for a personalised pace and exclusive attention from your guide throughout the day.
Itinerary
Your guide picks up your private group at the selected meeting point in Reykjavík. The route heads east across the Hellisheiði lava field with views of the volcanic highlands opening up along the way.
The first major stop is Skógafoss, a 60-metre waterfall whose mist-shrouded base and broad spray have made it a favourite location for film crews. On sunny days, a rainbow forms consistently in the falls.
A certified glacier guide leads the group onto Sólheimajökull, equipped with crampons and ice axes. At the top of the glacier, a shared surprise awaits the group before the descent back to the glacier edge.
The group visits Reynisfjara, where hexagonal basalt columns rise from the shore and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks stand guard offshore. The powerful Atlantic surf here demands caution near the waterline.
The final stop is Seljalandsfoss, where a path leads around and behind the curtain of water. This vantage point, looking outward through the falls, is a fitting close to the day's journey.
What Is Included
Included
- Private transport from and to Reykjavík
- Professional certified glacier guide
- Glacier hiking equipment (crampons and ice axes)
- Guided hike on Sólheimajökull glacier
- Visits to Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and Reynisfjara
Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides
- Any items of a personal nature
Important Information
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