Glacier Hiking in Iceland

Hiking to the top of Eyjafjallajökull glacier (volcano) in Iceland (height: 1651 m)

The Eyjafjallaj�¶lkull glacier and volcano rises straight up from the South Iceland coast with an intricate pattern of valleys, canyons and fissures. The glacier is around 80 km2 and in many places around 25-30�°steep.

This is a long and challenging hike in scenic surroundings, up from sea level through a crevassed riddled glacier to one of the highest peaks in Iceland. From the top of Eyjafjallaj�¶kull you can, on a clear day, literally see half the island and its waters including; M�½rdalsj�¶kull glacier, Mt. Hekla, Tindfjallaj�¶kull glacier and the Vestmannaeyjar Islands 11 km of the coast.

If you are up to the challenge then skiing down is certainly one of the most unique rides you will ever have.

If conditions allow we can ski down.

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Itinerary / Highlights

Distance from Reykjavik: ca. 160 km. Duration of hike: 10-12 hours. Available from April - July (depending of weather). Minimum: 4 persons. Maximum: 60 persons. Age limit: 16 years. Included: Guiding and all necessary glacial gear. Bring with you: warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good hiking boots are a vital!
Trip starts at approx 07:00am if leaving from Reykjavik, 10:00am from the base of the mountain.

We reserve the right to postpone or cancel trips due to weather or other factors outside our control.

Terrain:
Relatively steep ascend up to the glacier, a long hike over the glacier to the Hámundur summit. The glacier has crevasses so a mountain guide and the right equipment are obligatory. The route down offers great skiing.

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

The product is to be paid for in Icelandic Krona (ISK) and has been converted to Euros for your convenience. The price you will pay is from ISK29,990

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