South coast and ice climbing

DURATION

10-12 hours

AVAILABILITY

All year

DIFFICULTY

Hard

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

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

					  South Coast and Golden Circle tours  - Julian was our guide on 2 day trips to the South Coast and Golden Circle, for a group of 11 of us, and it was an incredible experience! The booking... read more process was easy, and he was quick to respond to emails and questions. 

He was incredibly accommodating on the trips, especially given our size. His vast knowledge made it easy for him to answer all the questions we threw at him, and his great personality and easy-going nature made the trip stress free and unforgettable. The professional style photos he sent us after was a special bonus.

I had already gone on these day trips a few years back (with a different guide), but Julian was able to still show us some sights I hadn’t seen before, so whether you are new to Iceland, or coming back, I couldn’t recommend Arctic Exped, and Julian, enough!				
Marissa K
June 3, 2025 

					  Amazing trip! Family of 5 + Artic Julien!  - We are a family of five who spent six days and five nights touring southern Iceland and the highlands with Arctic Julien, and it was truly the trip of a... read more lifetime. Julien was an excellent host — extremely knowledgeable about all things Iceland, especially its nature and landscapes. His passion for the country was matched by his ability to share fascinating facts, hidden gems, and breathtaking viewpoints we never would have found on our own.

From start to finish, Julien was organized, professional, and attentive to every detail, ensuring our days and nights ran smoothly and comfortably. By the end of the trip, it felt less like we were with a guide and more like we were exploring with a good friend.

We enthusiastically recommend Arctic Julien to anyone looking to experience Iceland in a deeper, more personal way. Thank you, Julien, for making our adventure unforgettable!				
patton5
August 9, 2025 

					  Phenomenal tour! - We had the absolute best experience with Arctic Exped! A huge thank you to Julian for organizing our 3-day South Highlights tour with Garðar. Julian went above and beyond—checking in... read more with us daily, recommending excellent accommodations, and even providing extra raincoats when our luggage didn’t arrive. The level of care and attention made our trip stress-free and unforgettable. Garðar was a fantastic guide, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to experience Iceland. We wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Arctic Exped again for a future adventure!				
MeganMBayless
September 16, 2025