Top 4 Guided Day Hikes in Iceland

1.Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 921 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $150Our pick

Spend 4.5 hours traveling by super jeep from Jökulsárlón to Breiðamerkurjökull, then hike 4 to 6 km across Vatnajökull’s ice. Guides such as Iga, Javier, Guillermo, and Suzie explain crevasses, moulins, blue ice, and the glacier’s rapid change. Ice caves may appear, but conditions decide the route.

“The walk on a glacier is really something that one shouldn’t miss when visiting Iceland. We were lucky enough to have a sunny day, and also our guide Avi, was a true professional with fascinating facts throughout the hike.”

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2.From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 662 reviews · 5 - 14 hours · from $214

Travel from Reykjavík into Iceland’s Fjallabak Highlands with an English-speaking guide such as Olga, Matt, or Enrique. Hike across Laugahraun, Brennisteinsalda, and Grænagil, then soak in a natural hot spring. Expect a long bus ride, steep sections, rough F-roads, and superb volcanic scenery.

“The activity is very worthwhile. I consider that the guide Vjeram is a true passionate and lover of hiking and he knew how to transmit it, that made all the difference. Thank you Vjeram for share that love you have for what you do and share your knowledge, experience and professionalism with the group. You made the difference!!!”

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3.Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 564 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $414

Hike across the lava fields of Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, then ride a small lift 400 feet into Thrihnukagigur’s colorful magma chamber. English-speaking guides handle safety and explain the geology. Allow 4 to 6 hours, wear sturdy hiking shoes, and expect mountain weather.

“It was an amazing experience to travel down into a volcano. We have climbed up to many volcano summits and into a lava tube but this was something we had never experienced before. The guide was very knowledgeable and understanding. The weather walking to the volcano wasn't the best, windy and raining, but we had full length waterproof coats provided. The cage only held six or so people at a time and we were clipped in. It was a bit wobbly but no more than a lift. We were served delicious Icelandic soup, coffee, tea and hot chocolate after our adventure. Transfers from Reykjavík were on time and easy. Not…”

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4.Private Guided Hike Experience on Sólheimajökull Glacier

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $807Top rated

You’ll spend about three hours on Sólheimajökull with a certified private guide, using crampons, helmets, harnesses, and poles supplied by The Odyssey. Expect a 20-minute walk to the ice, blue formations, crevasses, photo stops, and a pace matched to your group.

“We chose Glacier Encounter as our tour guide for a bucket list, adventure filled trip to Iceland during August 2023. We were not disappointed! Right from the start, they checked on us via text to ensure a timely arrival for the Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike. Once geared Read more”

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