Ice Climbing in Iceland

Imagine scaling up a frozen waterfall or summiting the peak of a massive glacier that was formed when dinosaurs still roamed the planet. Within an hour’s drive of capital city of Reykjavik are some of the world’s most exciting ice climbing spots, ranging from vertical ice cliffs to gentle slopes where you can practically stroll up to enjoy the spectacular views of the winter wonderland nature creates each year in Iceland.

If trekking up the tongue of the Sólheimajökull glacier to explore the amazing formations, sinkholes and crevices formed by the slow, steady movement of this massive force of nature sounds like your idea of an adventure of a lifetime, you’ll find plenty of professional outfitters ready to help you take on the challenge.

From single day excursions to five day camping trips complete with all the gear, there are plenty ways to safely and comfortably explore and enjoy the many massive glaciers that shape the geography of this arctic wilderness.  For experienced hikers, there are even excursions that lead up the Eyjafjallajölkull glacier — which contains an active volcano — creating an incredible opportunity for hikers to see the spectacular forces of nature in action.

Designed for all skill levels, these excursions complete with equipment, training and transportation to the sites.  Skilled guides lead snowmobile safaris that take you out into the wilderness where you can hike over glaciers and be back to your room in time for supper, or you can choose a more eco-friendly  trip that relies on cross country skis to get you to the locations so you can climb to the top of the glacier and ski down the other side.