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Best Solheimajokull Glacier Tours

Looking for guided tours of Solheimajokull Glacier on Iceland’s South Coast?

Whether you are looking to enjoy the unique beauty of Solheimakojull Glacier on a sightseeing tour of Iceland’s South Coast, or you are looking to participate in a guided walk over the glacier, you will find tours from Reykjavik from which to pick.

Below we describe some of the popular Viator tours that include Solheimajokull Glacier.

On Viator, a TripAdvisor company, you can reserve your tours well ahead of your visit and pay very close to your tour date with their “reserve now, pay later” option that’s available on most tours.

On most tours, you also have the flexibility to cancel right up until a day or two before your tour date. So if something comes up, you won’t lose your money if you’ve paid already.

Food and drink are not included on most of these South Coast tours, although you will be able to pick up your own lunch at a store or restaurant en route. You can also pack lunch and snacks!

South Coast Tours from Reykjavik with a Sightseeing Stop at Solheimajokull Glacier 🚐 🚌

1. This highly-rated and super popular guided sightseeing tour of the South Coast of Iceland gives you 45 minutes at Solheimajokull Glacier, ample time to walk to the viewpoint or even up to the edge of the glacier.

The tour also includes stops at other top South Coast attractions such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, two absolutely stunning waterfalls, plus the sensational Reynisfjara black sand beach and the charming town of Vik.

You will travel in a luxury minibus equipped with complimentary 🚐 and will be accompanied by a knowledgable guide that will offer insights as you tour. Pick up from authorized Reykjavik pick-up points is included.

Group size is restricted to 19 passengers, so it’s a small-group experience.

With a whopping 5K+ positive reviews, and a 4.8 out of 5 rating, this tour is a must for your Iceland South Coast itinerary if you do not plan to rent a car!

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2. This highly-rated full-day tour also departs from Reykjavik, with pick up from select locations.

You will have sightseeing stops at Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the waterfall in the summer, and Skogafoss, where you can climb up a set of stairs for another perspective.

Then it’s on to the black sand beach at Reynisfjara, where you will appreciate the beauty of the beach and the sea stacks while staying safely away from the dangerous surf.

Finally, you will visit Solheimajokull Glacier, where you can walk right up to the glacier’s edge and even touch the ice!

This large-group tour is a bus tour, with a knowledgable guide and driver. Pick up from select Reykajavik hotels is included, or you can join at the tour meeting point.

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Top-Rated Solheimajokull Sightseeing Tours

South Coast Tours from Reykjavik with a Hiking Break at Solheimajokull Glacier

3. Want to actually walk on Solheimajokull Glacier on your guided South Coast tour from Reykjavik?

This well-reviewed full-day tour is a long-ish day out from Reykjavik, but allows for stops at well-known South Coast attractions plus a longer stop at Solheimajokull Glacier for a guided hike.

With over 700 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, this South Coast tour is the one to pick if you want to get an immersive experience at Solheimajokull.

All hiking equipment is provided but be sure to dress for the hike in warm clothing and sturdy hiking shoes or boots. You can also rent winter gear from the tour company.

You’ll travel by minibus, and pick up from designated Reykjavik bus stops is included. The group is restricted to 18 participants and you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide.

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4. This top-rated South Coast tour from Reykjavik includes a 2.5-hour hiking stop at the Solheimajokull Glacier.

You will also have stops at Seljalandsfoss waterfall and Skogafoss waterfall, as well as time at the black-sand Reynisfjara Beach and the coastal town of Vik. If time permits, you will also be able to walk to the hidden Gljúfrabúi waterfall at the Seljalandsfoss stop.

The small group tour transports you by minibus with complimentary wifi and an English-speaking guide on board. Pick up from select Reykjavik stops is included, as is all hiking and safety equipment.

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Top-Rated Solheimajokull Hiking Tours from Reykjavik

Guided Hikes of Solheimajokull Glacier (from the Parking Lot at the Glacier)

5. Plan to drive the scenic South Coast of Iceland on your own?

You can still join a guided hike of Solheimajokull Glacier, because several outfits offer guided hikes from the parking lot at Solheimajokull Glacier.

This top-rated Solheimajokull Glacier guided hike is a 3-hour excursion offered several times daily, so it’s easy to fit one into your itinerary.

On this easy glacier hike, you will get up close and personal with the awe-inspiring crevasses and ridges of Solheimajokull and maybe even get to taste the pure glacier meltwater or glacier ice!

Crampons, ice-axes, and other safety equipment is included, but you should arrive in high-ankle hiking shoes or boots and warm clothing.

The group is limited to 14 participants, and kids 8 and older can join.

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6. This well-reviewed 3-hour guided hike of Solheimajokull Glacier also departs from the parking lot at the glacier.

The small-group tour is led by a certified glacier guide and all equipment is included. Winter gear rentals are also offered for additional fees.

Come dressed for hiking in a cold environment and wear ankle-length hiking shoes or boots so you can attach your crampons properly.

This tour is limited to just 12 participants, and your guide is mindful of the abilities of all the group participants.

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Multi-day Iceland Tour with a Hike Stop at Solheimajokull Glacier

7. Looking for a multi-day tour of Iceland that includes a hike on Solheimajokull Glacier?

This highly-rated 8-day Iceland tour from Reykjavik includes a hiking stop at the striking South Coast glacier. With 570 reviews and a 5-star rating, this tour is a great option if you want to forgo driving on Icelandic roads.

Along with the South Coast, the tour takes you through the Golden Circle, the East Fjords, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and much more.

You will travel in a minibus, accompanied by an English-speaking guide/driver. Accommodations with breakfast are included, and you will be able to book optional tours along the way. The Solheimajokull Glacier hike, however, is included!

Day 2 of the tour takes you to all the top spots on Iceland’s South Coast, including Solheimajokull.

With just 18 participants max, the small-group tour offers for a personalized experience.

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Best Multi-Day Tours with South Coast