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Sólheimajökulll, Vik

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#2 of 6 in Nature in Vik

Geologic Formation · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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Sólheimajökulll embodies the frozen beauty of Iceland with its vivid blue tones and mountainous backdrop. Volcanic rock covers the vast icy terrain that is scattered with peculiar ice and rock formations, ridges, and crevasses. You can attempt walking on the glacier, but a visit with a guide would be recommended as crevasses could be dangerous for inexperienced hikers. Expect strong winds and an uneven rocky trek that may not be suitable for children or the elderly. Using our world travel planner, Vik attractions like Sólheimajökulll can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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Tours to Sólheimajökulll

FROM $93 BOOK WITH VIATOR Small Group Glacier Experience from Solheimajokull Glacier Small Group Glacier Experience from Solheimajokull Glacier

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Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $85 BOOK WITH VIATOR Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

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Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $97 BOOK WITH VIATOR 3-hour Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull 3-hour Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull

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Duration: 3 hours

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FROM $122 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon Kayaking on the Sólheimajökull Glacier Lagoon

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

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By senglish0410

This Glacier is hidden until you are right there. It's magnificent and unfortunately due to global warming its melting away. I recommend doing a tour so that you can actually climb up and walk around.... more

This Glacier is hidden until you are right there. It's magnificent and unfortunately due to global warming its melting away. I recommend doing a tour so that you can actually climb up and walk around.... more »
By JrnyJunkie

Another great place to visit in Iceland. The glacier is perhaps not what you expect as the face from the parking lot is kinda of the look of dirty snow...probably due to global warming and a visit...

Another great place to visit in Iceland. The glacier is perhaps not what you expect as the face from the parking lot is kinda of the look of dirty snow...probably due to global warming and a visit... more »

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By Vadim Solodukhin

While you can walk the glacier on your own it's highly recommend that you do it in a group with a trained guide. You will be provided with all necessary equipment. The glacier is gradually melting: your guide will show you how much the ice receded over the last few years. So hurry up. The part that is close to the lagoon is mostly black: covered in a volcanic ash (it is called Mordor by the guides): you will see the cleaner ice as you climb up.

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By Denil Patel

The Glaciers of Iceland are truly a sight to behold. These natural wonders are lile crystal mirrors where you can see blue color reflected. However they are colorless. There is a decent hike and thats not for everyone. You do need proper equipment to hike into them. There is car parking available and a 20 min hike to this glacier. The views are worth it. Would recommend cing with proper gear as ot os very windy and cold.

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