South coast and ice climbing

DURATION

10-12 hours

AVAILABILITY

All year

DIFFICULTY

Hard

PERSONS

1 to 6

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OVERVIEW

General information

This South Coast and glacier experience combines dramatic coastal scenery with an unforgettable glacier adventure. The tour includes a scenic journey along Iceland’s iconic South Coast, followed by a private guided ice climbing experience on Sólheimajökull glacier.

The South Coast is renowned for its striking natural beauty—towering waterfalls, black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and views of legendary volcanoes like Eyjafjallajökull and Hekla. Along the way, you’ll explore these sights with an expert guide, gaining insight into the region’s geology and history.

After the coastal exploration, the adventure continues on the glacier. Replacing the standard glacier hike, this tour includes a private ice climbing session on Sólheimajökull. Equipped with crampons, harnesses, and ice axes, and under the guidance of experienced professionals, you’ll ascend vertical walls of ice and explore the glacier’s raw, sculpted formations.

This experience offers a deeper, more physical engagement with the glacier—featuring features like crevasses, moulins, and striking blue ice-while still enjoying stunning panoramic views and photo opportunities.

Combining coastal sightseeing with active glacier exploration, this tour offers a dynamic way to experience Iceland’s diverse landscapes and learn from knowledgeable local guides.

Highlights

Seljalandsfoss waterfall
Skogafoss waterfall
Sólheimajökull glacier hike
Shipwreck black sand beach

Price

240,000 ISK per tour

What's included

Private luxury 4×4
Professional driver-guide
Detailed personal itinerary
Photo package of your trip

What to bring

Warm clothes
Hat and gloves
Good hiking shoes
Waterproof clothing

ITINERARY

					  An amazing experience with an outdoor enthusiast and knowledgeable guide - I did a 3 day private tour which included trips to an ice cave, diamond beach, a glacier hike, waterfalls, northern lights and snorkelling at Silfa. Every part of the... read more tour was exceptional. Julian has enormous knowledge of the region and extensive outdoor experience. He shares this knowledge throughout the tour in a way that is engaging and informative. He runs the tour in a very flexible way and is always happy to accommodate individual preferences. His planning is meticulous and I always felt safe and supported throughout the trip. Julian is a really genuine guide and his love and appreciation of nature really comes across throughout the trip. This was a once in a lifetime trip for me and I couldn’t recommend enough				
F1530AZlisaw
February 20, 2026 

					  The greastest tour and tour guide - book with Arctic Exped!  - Our tour with Arctic Exped was the most amazing tour I've done (and I've done q few!). Julian was knowledgeable and personable. Julian's experience in guiding us through all the... read more fun activities and taking us to quieter secret spots made the trip unforgettable. Would very highly recommend booking with Arctic Exped - it will ensure you have the best experience and see the sights of Iceland.				
Jean B
February 20, 2026 

					  Great South Coast Tour with Glacier Hike  - We had a very pleasant experience on the South Coast tour, including the glacier hike, with Julian. He was professional and well organized, which made everything run smoothly. The atmosphere... read more was relaxed, the pace was just right, and the tour was very well arranged overall.				
christer629
January 28, 2026 