Private Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull
Overview
Explore Iceland in a unique way on our Private Ice climbing tour. It is an adventure you will never forget!
After a short but very important demonstration on how to properly use the glacier equipment we head up the riddled outlet glacier; walking between deep crevasses, amazing ice formations, jagged ridges and spine-tingling sinkholes.
And let's not forget the amazing scenery surrounding you the entire time. This gives you the perfect opportunity to get that one 'me climbing a glacier' photo you've always wanted!
This private tour is ideal for thous who want to experience a first hand adventure on a moving glacier!
**We always try to fit our trips to our guests needs and wishes**
What's Included
- Crampons, Climbing Shoes, ice axe and other safety equipment.
- To bring the right gear for the climb, we need to know shoe sizes for everyone
- Local guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Sólheimajökulsvegur
871, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Explore Iceland in a unique way on our private ice climbing tour. It is an adventure you will never forget!
We start the day with a lovely walk up towards Sólheimajökull glacier. After a short but very important demonstration on how to properly use the glacier equipment, we head up the riddled outlet glacier, walking between deep crevasses, amazing ice formations, jagged ridges, and spine-tingling sinkholes.
Then we spend a good amount of time trying out various ways of ice climbing in a fun and educational way!
Perfect tour for beginners or more experienced.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-44046P19
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Crampons, Climbing Shoes, ice axe and other safety equipment.
- To bring the right gear for the climb, we need to know shoe sizes for everyone.
- Local guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Ice Climbing on Sólheimajökull will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Crampons, Climbing Shoes, ice axe and other safety equipment.
- To bring the right gear for the climb, we need to know shoe sizes for everyone
- Local guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
