Iceland · HIKING & TREKKING

The 15 Best Hiking Tours in Iceland

39 tours  ·  from $115 a head

Rhyolite mountains at Landmannalaugar, glacier ridges above Skaftafell and coastal cliffs in the Westfjords. The 15 below are priced and graded, with the months each route is actually open and whether a super jeep is needed to reach the start.

Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike - The 15-minute ride toward Vatnajökull
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Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

1.Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,746 reviews · 4 hours · from $165Our pick

Walk Falljökull Glacier, enter a natural blue ice cave, and enjoy expert guidance, gear, parking, and hot drinks near Skaftafell.

“Walking on the glacier is an exceptional experience. One of the things that you must do if you are around. And our guide Anna was very helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Easy Hike - The 30-minute safety briefing and gear fitting
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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Easy Hike

Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - An early start from Reykjavik
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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

3.Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,285 reviews · 11 hours · from $186

Hike Sólheimajökull, see Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and walk Reynisfjara on an 11-hour small-group trip from Reykjavik.

“Wow, what an experience! Everything about the day was great! We really lucked out with the weather as it was a super sunny clear day. Al was great and very knowledgeable about all things Glaciers and Waterfalls! He also very kindly pulled over on the way back to Reykjavik in the evening as the Northern Lights were out and incredibly vibrant which was more than we had ever bargained for! Would 10/10 recommend this experience to everyone I know and was definitely the highlight of our time in Iceland.”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike - Choosing between the three hike options
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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

4.Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,123 reviews · from $116

Hike Sólheimajökull with a certified guide, crampons, and ice axe while exploring crevasses, moulins, ice tunnels, and glacier views.

“Excellent tour my Steve! He was kind, funny, informative and patient! The views were marvellous in its true sense, definitely one of a kind and once in a lifetime experience.”

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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike - Meeting at Skaftafell and preparing for the ice
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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

5.Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,083 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

Review of the 5-hour Falljokull Glacier hike from Skaftafell, with crampons, ice caves, glacier views, safety tips, and honest value advice.

“Very great experience! We spent days trying to decide to hike the glacier or go on an ice cave tour. In the end we chose the glacier hike and i am so glad we did so! The tour was very enjoyable and fun with breathtaking view over the glacier, and would only recommend it to anyone! Our guide was very informative and made a great atmosphere during the whole hike and made sure we see everything on the part of the glacier where we hiked while also kept us safe! We also hiked up higher than most groups so they did not disturb us on the way. The price is…”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Seltún, steam, and colored geothermal ground
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

6.Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,066 reviews · 9 hours · from $126

Hike recent lava fields from Reykjavík, then visit Kleifarvatn, Gunnuhver, Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents.

“Outstanding! This is an outstanding tour and I highly recommend to anyone interested in Volcanos and seeing Icelands beauty! Tour guide was outstanding - if we had done a self drive this would never have been so good thank you!”

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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull - The 4x4 ride toward Falljökull
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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

7.Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,045 reviews · 4 hours · from $116

Walk Falljökull on a beginner-friendly glacier hike with crampons, crevasses, blue ice, and expert guidance in Skaftafell.

“We had the greatest guide - Jan. Not only did he showed us everything we wanted to see, but he gave us great advices about what else to explore in Iceland. He's also a great dancer. We had so much fun! He made us great photos and videos. We definitely recommend him and the tour. Amazing experience!”

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - From Reykjavík to the colorful Seltún hot springs
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour - Meeting beside Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
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Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Skógafoss gives you a powerful first stop
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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

10.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 915 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) Top rated

Hike Sólheimajökull, see Iceland’s famous waterfalls and black-sand beach, and explore the South Coast in a small group from Reykjavik.

“My wife and I had the most incredible day! We were so lucky to have a dry, sunny, clear day and the scenery was stunning. Our tour guide, Michal, made the journey over to Sólheimajökull feel so short by telling us various stories and facts about the surrounding scenery. The glacier hike was a once in a lifetime, unique experience. Michal was so passionate and knowledgeable about Iceland, and a fantastic guide. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone!!”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Skógafoss brings the power
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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

11.Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $205

Review of Iceland’s South Coast small-group tour, with waterfalls, Reynisfjara beach, and a guided Sólheimajökull glacier hike.

“AMAZING! Everything about this day trip was incredible. The driver/guide was knowledgeable, friendly and very efficient. Enough time allocated at each stop. The glacier hike was fantastic and a must.”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group - Guides make the difference
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

12.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115Best value

Hike Iceland’s Sólheimajökull glacier in a small group with crampons, an ice axe, and a certified guide for three hours of ice and views.

“The hike was difficult for me, as I have a desk job and not much physical activity. But my husband was having no issues. Nonetheless it was amazing and totally worth the hike. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Helped take pictures. Showed us cool stuff. Would recommend. No regrets.”

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - The Reykjavík pickup and the drive south
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

13.Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 780 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $163

Hike Fagradalsfjall from Reykjavík with a geologist, study fresh lava and gas vents, and weigh the $163 price against the expert guidance.

“Our guide is very good and knowledgeable lady. I forget her name but she is from Australia she explains everything with very detail and make understand everyone about the things.”

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike - The early departure from Reykjavík
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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

14.Landmannalaugar Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 662 reviews · 5 - 14 hours · from $214

Hike Landmannalaugar’s rainbow mountains, lava fields, canyons, and hot spring on a demanding but rewarding day trip from Reykjavík.

“Excellent tour. I like that we had two options: easy hike or more challenging. Scenic views on the way, well organized and after hike relaxing bath in geothermal river.”

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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull - Starting at Skaftafell Base Camp
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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

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