Ice Climbing · Sólheimajökull
How to choose
Two distinct outings allow you to tackle ice climbing on Sólheimajökull, with prices running from 218 € to 398 € and durations between 4h and 5h. With Troll.is, the 4-hour ice climbing and glacier hiking excursion costs 218 € and is rated as “Occasionally sporty”, conducted in English from a meeting point in Mýrdalshreppur. In contrast, Southcoast Adventure offers an exclusive 5-hour ice climbing experience at 398 €. Both outings run from December to March. Choose Troll.is if you want a guided glacier hike combined with climbing at the lowest price, or opt for Southcoast Adventure if you prefer a longer 5-hour outing dedicated specifically to ice climbing.
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Ice Climbing and Glacier Hiking Excursion on the Sólheimajökull Glacier from Mýrdalshreppur
This 4-hour combined climbing and hiking excursion costs 218 € with Troll.is.
Exclusive Ice Climbing Experience on Sólheimajökull
This exclusive 5-hour experience with Southcoast Adventure is priced at 398 €.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price range for ice climbing on Sólheimajökull?
Prices range from 218 € for a 4-hour outing with Troll.is to 398 € for a 5-hour excursion with Southcoast Adventure.
During which months are these tours available?
Ice climbing outings on Sólheimajökull are offered from December to March.
What is the physical level for the Troll.is excursion?
The combined glacier hike and climbing excursion with Troll.is is rated “Occasionally sporty”.
Where is the meeting point for the Troll.is excursion?
The meeting point with Troll.is is located at Troll Excursion Solheimajokull, Parking lot, Sólheimajökulsvegur, Vik 871, Mýrdalshreppur, Iceland.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.5 °C | 367 mm | Good |
| February | 1.3 °C | 402.9 mm | Good |
| March | 0.6 °C | 207.1 mm | Peak |
| April | 4.1 °C | 200.9 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.2 °C | 158.3 mm | Off season |
| June | 9 °C | 252.7 mm | Off season |
| July | 11.9 °C | 159.2 mm | Off season |
| August | 11.3 °C | 204.1 mm | Off season |
| September | 9.5 °C | 365.6 mm | Off season |
| October | 6 °C | 258.4 mm | Off season |
| November | 1.1 °C | 244.6 mm | Poor |
| December | 3.8 °C | 415.2 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm layers including thermal underwear, waterproof trousers, an insulated jacket, gloves, and a woollen hat suitable for an active winter climb.
Getting there
For the Troll.is excursion, head to the car park at Sólheimajökulsvegur in Mýrdalshreppur.
See also
Ice Climbing elsewhere
Other activities in Sólheimajökull
Updated September 2026