Glacial hiking & Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull
Trip difficulty ranges from 2 - 3 out of 5 possible
Would
you like to explore a glacier? And I mean really, really explore a
glacier? This trip takes you to the frozen glacial tongue that is
Sólheimajökull. It is an otherworldly scene, rugged, raw and ever
changing hub of ancient frozen water. Walk on the glacier and observe
the spectacular surroundings. Then we find a ice wall on the glacier
and try our hand at ice climbing. We will provide you with all the
tools you need: ice axes, crampons and safety lines. The safety line
will make sure that even though you lose your grip you will not fall to
the ground. As we drive back to Reykjavik we will stop at the beautiful
Skógafoss waterfall.
On this trip you get to see and do what
most of the population will only dream about and very few ever try. Why
not be adventurous and explore the amazing crawling glacier?
Details:
Price: 19.990 ISK per person including pick up.
Add a packed lunch for 1.500 ISK.
If
you have your own transport and want to meet us, then the meeting place
is at the parking lot at the Sólheimajökull glacier, a left turn a
about 5 minutes after passing the Skógafoss waterfall.
Available: For minimum 2 persons from 1st of September to 20th of December and 1st of February to 31st of April (depending on weather).
Distance from Reykjavik: 150 km. Duration of trip: approx 4/9 hours.
Age
limit: 14 years. Bring with you: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof
jacket and pants. Good hiking shoes are recommended! No knowledge of
the sport required.
Please refer to our
Equipment List for further details.
Disclaimer: All glacial trips are
undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Arctic Adventures
does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its
customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants have to
sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize
that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk.
Note: Looking
for adrenaline? More challenging glacial exploration trips are offered
on request. Call us to find out about our extensive availability of
extreme activities!