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Hiking in Iceland: The 15 Best Guided Trails

120 tours  ·  from $76

Rhyolite ridges in the highlands, glacier tongues in the south, and river crossings that decide the season. These 15 are compared on distance, ascent and whether a super jeep is needed to reach the trailhead.

Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike - The short ride to Vatnajökull National Park
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Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

1.Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,746 reviews · 4 hours · from $165Our pick

This four-hour small-group tour takes you from Tröll Expeditions in Hof onto Falljökull Glacier and into a naturally formed blue ice cave. A certified English-speaking guide provides crampons, helmet, harness, ice axe, and glacier lessons. Guides such as Camino, Maria, Elena, and Fabian are praised for calm safety briefings and helpful photo stops.

“Very fun tour with a lot of interesting sights to see. Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. You will need to be relatively fit for the hike as it’s a long walk with some steep parts. But it will be well worth the journey up. Strongly recommend.”

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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Easy Hike - The 30-minute ride toward Falljökull
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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Easy Hike

2.Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Easy Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,370 reviews · from $132

Walk across Falljökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, with an English-speaking guide from Troll Expeditions. You get safety gear, a bus ride to the ice, and about 60 to 90 minutes on the glacier, with crevasses, moulins, ice tunnels, and mountain views. Guides such as Lily, Mark, Paula, and Rick have been praised for clear instruction and friendly help.

“Excellent activity ! Alicia was an amazing guide and even made the activity a bit longer to initiate us to basics of alpinism ! 100% would come back again.”

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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - The minibus ride from Reykjavik to the South Coast
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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

3.Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,285 reviews · 11 hours · from $186

Join guides such as Sara, Al, Thomas, or Bessi for an 11-hour South Coast trip from Reykjavik. Walk on Sólheimajökull with crampons and safety gear, then see Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and Reynisfjara. The small glacier group has no more than 15 people, though the full day includes long minibus rides and no included meals.

“The trip was fantastic! We would have liked a little longer at the waterfalls .”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike - The short walk to the glacier edge
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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

4.Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,123 reviews · from $116

Join Arctic Adventures at Sólheimajökull for a guided glacier hike suited to participants age 8 and older. Your English-speaking guide leads you across blue ice, past crevasses, moulins, ice tunnels, and a glacier lagoon, while explaining how the glacier formed and changed. Guides such as Daniel, Steve, Daniela, and Tomas are praised for safety, humor, and patient pacing.

“Excellent tour my Steve! He was kind, funny, informative and patient! The views were marvellous in its true sense, definitely one of a kind and once in a lifetime experience.”

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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike - The 10-minute Tröll Bus ride
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Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

5.Skaftafell National Park: Falljokull Glacier Advanced Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,083 reviews · 5 hours · from $167

Spend about three hours on Falljokull with a certified English-speaking guide, climbing through crevasses, moulins, ice tunnels, and steep blue ice. The five-hour route reaches higher and quieter sections than shorter tours. Guides such as Anna, Paula, Filip, and Marc have been praised for clear instruction and careful pacing.

“The tour was absolutely amazing! We were lucky with the weather and Lily and Filip were fantastic guides - 10/10 recommend”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Kleifarvatn starts the day with black sand and quiet water
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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

6.Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,066 reviews · 9 hours · from $126

Spend nine hours exploring the Reykjanes Peninsula with a guide such as Omar, Ottar, Colin, or James. Walk roughly two hours each way toward recent eruption sites, then visit Kleifarvatn, Seltún, Gunnuhver, Reykjanes Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents. This is an active day in changeable weather, not a gentle sightseeing loop.

“Very worthwhile day . Windy and icy in spots which made the hike challenging for us 75 year olds but everything else was perfect Omar great guide and driver”

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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull - The four-hour route, from hut to ice
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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

7.Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,045 reviews · 4 hours · from $116

Spend four hours walking Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, with a certified English-speaking guide. After a 4x4 ride from Skaftafell, you’ll learn to use crampons, cross uneven ice, see blue formations and crevasses, and view the icefall that gives Falljökull its name. The hike suits beginners and children aged 8 and up.

“We had an amazing day on the glacier. James our guide was super knowledgeable and ensured all of us were safe and enjoying ourselves and that we weren’t struggling in any way. We had a small group of about 9 people as well. Some short uphill walks (you’re going up a glacier) but slow and steady enough that this can definitely be classified as easy. We were shown through crevasses which were amazing and had plenty of time on the ice with stunning views. Would recommend to anyone!”

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - Seltún starts the day with color and sulfur
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

8.Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 934 reviews · 7 hours · from $126

Travel from Reykjavík to Seltún and the Geldingadalur Valley for a guided hike across recent lava fields near Fagradalsfjall. The route takes about two hours each way and can be hard in bad weather. Guides such as Dave, Tom, Alain, and Elias are praised for clear explanations and careful pacing. Live lava is not guaranteed.

“"Becky" was an amazing guide. Thank you very much.”

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Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour - Meeting at Jökulsárlón and gearing up
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Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

9.Vatnajökull Glacier Guided Hiking Tour

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

Meet Ice Explorers at Jökulsárlón and ride a super jeep to Breiðamerkurjökull, where you’ll spend about two hours walking 4 to 6 km on Vatnajökull’s ice. Guides such as Iga, Javier, Guillermo, and Suzie explain crevasses, moulins, blue ice, and glacier change. Crampons, helmets, and harnesses are supplied.

“The walk on glacier exceeded our expectations. The glacier itself was spectacular and our guide provided us a lot of insights on the glacier which was very interesting to learn. I would highly recommend this trip.”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Leaving Reykjavík for the South Coast
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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

10.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 915 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) Top rated

Spend about 12 hours exploring Iceland’s South Coast with an English-speaking guide and a maximum of 15 people. Walk on Sólheimajökull with crampons, helmet, and ice axe, then visit Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss, and possibly Gljúfrabúi. Guides such as Michal, Svenni, Roberto, and Christopher are praised for adapting to weather and keeping the hike safe.

“Best expierence in Iceland. Get to see so much and have an amazing time. Driver and glacier tour guide was amazing”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Seljalandsfoss: the first waterfall
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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

11.Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $205

Join Troll Expeditions for a 12-hour South Coast trip from Reykjavik, limited to 18 people. You’ll visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara, then hike Sólheimajökull with crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe. Guides such as Bjorn, Philip, Malek, and Juliana have earned praise for clear safety advice and good humor.

“It was a great trip. Walking on the glacier was really fun. I was scared of it a little bit at first but Frederico our guide educate us so well. He gave us tips on how to control the crampons. It was fun!”

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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group - About an hour among blue ice and crevasses
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Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

12.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115Best value

Meet your certified glacier guide at Sólheimajökull Base Camp, gear up, and walk onto Iceland’s changing ice. You’ll spend about an hour on the glacier, stopping for blue ice, crevasses, cauldrons, photos, and glacier water. Guides such as Sam, Sophia, Oskar, and Heini have earned praise for safety, patience, and clear explanations.

“Eliska (Ellie) tailored our ice climbing and glacier exploration to me as a beginner as well as my experienced partner. She challenged me while giving me complete confidence in her ability to keep me safe. Both of us enjoyed the variety of glacial terrain, We recommend Ellie highly to anyone who has people with varying levels of experience.”

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - The drive from Reykjavík to Reykjanes
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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

13.Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 780 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $163

Join a small group hike from Reykjavík to Fagradalsfjall with a geologist or volcanologist such as France, Jasmin, or Giuseppe. Expect a 2 to 3 hour uphill walk across rough volcanic ground, expert explanations of lava and eruptions, wide views, and possible steam or glowing lava when conditions allow.

“Very knowledgeable Tour Guide with a lot of background information about the Vulcan and the special situation in South West Island”

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike - Starting at the Landmannalaugar base
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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

14.Landmannalaugar Day Hike

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

Travel from Reykjavík into Iceland’s Fjallabak Highlands for a guided hike through Laugahraun, Vondugil Canyon, and Brennisteinsalda. Guides such as Matt, Enrique, Olga, and Nico are praised for clear geology and patient support. Expect a rough F-road ride, steep sections, and a relaxing geothermal soak before the long return.

“Incredible day! A moderately challenging hike but the guide and other people in the group made it so fun and amazing! Our guide Dimitris was very easy to chat with and pointed out great spots for photos, regularly stopped for breaks etc. As a young solo traveller I felt very comfortable in the group and the hot spring was the best way to finish the day!! 10/10”

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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull - The 20-minute 4x4 ride to the glacier
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Skaftafell: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

15.Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 643 reviews · 4 hours · from $163

Meet Arctic Adventures at Skaftafell, ride 20 minutes by 4x4 bus, then hike Falljökull with crampons, helmets, harnesses, and an ice axe. Your English-speaking guide leads you to a naturally formed blue ice cave, crevasses, and moulins. Guides such as Ola, James, Albin, and Ivo are praised for safety, humor, and clear glacier talks.

“The glacier tour was an amazing experience! Our guide, Jan, was friendly and knowledgeable. The ice cave itself was quite small and not particularly impressive, but Jan took us to a newly carved crevasse in the glacier and that was an absolutely fantastic highlight! The whole trip was very well organized. Visiting a glacier is definitely a must-do for anyone coming to Iceland - truly unforgettable!”

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