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Solheimajokull Beginners' Glacier Hike: Blue Crevasses, Yellow School Bus
A glacier walk built for people who have never worn crampons, on Sólheimajökull, with the group kept small. The ice sounds different underfoot once you are on it, and the things worth seeing are the ones invisible from the car park: the formations inside the surface, and the crevasses, which are blue in a way photographs make people disbelieve. All the glacier gear is provided, and the guide walks the group through how to use it before anyone steps onto the ice. No previous experience is needed, which makes this workable for families and for people travelling alone. Departures run several times a day, so it fits into a South Coast itinerary without rearranging the rest of it. The departure point is the Sólheimajökull car park. Look for the yellow school bus.
What's included
- Small group guarantee
- Use of glacier gear - Glacier crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe
- Expertly guided glacier hike on Solheimajokull Glacier
Itinerary
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Departure point: the Solheimajokull car park. Look for the yellow school bus. GPS 63°31'00.48"N, 19°22'00.12"W (WGS84)
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Not included
- Hiking shoes (available to rent)
- Food and drinks
- Waterproof gear (available to rent)
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age of 8, and minimum shoe size of EUR 35
- Sturdy hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory (available to rent for a fee if needed)
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- No prior experience is required, however, guests should be prepared to hike ~6km over uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes
- Please note that our specialized glacier crampons are only available for shoe sizes 35-50 EU. Those with a shoe size beyond these are unfortunately unable to participate.
- Up to 15 travelers per booking.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guiding available in: en.
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