Iceland Hiking Tours: The 15 Best Days on Foot

Skaftafell: Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike - Starting at Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell in Hof

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

Walk Falljökull Glacier, enter a natural blue ice cave, and learn about Vatnajökull with expert guides near Skaftafell.

“This was a great activity, not sure where all the bad reviews come from. If you keep your expectations in line with reality and not social media, you won’t be disappointed! It was amazing to be on a glacier and see the ice cave & crevasses. Do not book if you’re not in relatively good shape as it involves a lot of walking and climbing on snow and ice. Equipment is provided and it feels totally safe. Great Iceland experience!”

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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

Review of the 3-hour Falljökull glacier hike in Skaftafell, with guide quality, gear, timing, price, fitness needs, and booking advice.

“Guide is very helpful. The program is well prepared. Excellent view.”

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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

Review of Iceland’s South Coast day trip from Reykjavik, with a glacier hike, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara beach.

“The trip was fantastic! We got to hike on a glacier and saw the amazing black sand beach. Highly recommend this tour as it is a mini bus with an an excellent guide and not the large busses that have no passion in it”

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Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

4.Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

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

Review of the Sólheimajökull glacier hike in Iceland, with guide tips, gear details, difficulty, price, safety, and booking advice.

“Nice Tour, super guide (I think her name was Daniele from Venezuela”

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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

Review of Troll Expeditions’ 5-hour Falljökull glacier hike in Iceland, with safety tips, fitness advice, itinerary details, and value at $167.

“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

6.Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

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

Review of the 9-hour Reykjanes volcano tour from Reykjavík, with lava fields, geothermal vents, coastal views, and a demanding hike.

“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

7.Blue Ice Glacier Hike on Vatnajökull

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

Review of the beginner-friendly Falljökull glacier hike from Skaftafell, with gear, itinerary, safety, price, family tips, and honest drawbacks.

“We had the greatest guide - Jan. Not only did he showed us everything we wanted to see, but he gave us great advices about what else to explore in Iceland. He's also a great dancer. We had so much fun! He made us great photos and videos. We definitely recommend him and the tour. Amazing experience!”

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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

Hike Iceland’s fresh lava fields from Reykjavík, visit Seltún’s hot springs, and learn about Reykjanes volcanoes with an expert guide.

“Omar was really very very informative and funny! The tour was worth it!”

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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

Walk across Vatnajökull from Jökulsárlón with crampons, a guide, and super-jeep transport on a safe, scenic Iceland glacier tour.

“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

10.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

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

Review of Iceland’s South Coast day trip from Reykjavik, with a glacier hike, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss, and practical tips.

“This was my favorite thing I did in Iceland. So fun! Christopher was wonderful-educational, funny, and goofy. He made it all approachable. The hike was so beautiful and I always felt safe. I felt like we were given a good amount of time for the other stops.”

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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

Review of Troll Expeditions’ 12-hour South Coast tour from Reykjavik, with waterfalls, Reynisfjara Beach, and a guided glacier hike.

“Bjorn was our driver and guide. He was wonderful, funny, and cared for each passenger. He had a wealth of knowledge on the country and especially Icelandic horses. We enjoyed each stop and the glacier hike was so unique.”

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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

Hike Iceland’s Sólheimajökull glacier in a small group with crampons, ice axe, and a certified guide. See crevasses and blue ice.

“Amazing, guide Dennis was absolutely brilliant and catered for everyone’s needs and abilities, thank-you 👍👍”

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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

Hike Fagradalsfjall from Reykjavík with a geologist, study fresh lava, enjoy wide views, and learn how Iceland keeps making new land.

“The trip was fantastic and exceeded our expectations! The geologist guide lady was very knowledgable and provided detailed information about the rocks and recent eruptions in the local area as well as some historical information both during the drive and on the walk. She also presented some graphical data about past eruption and maps on the active areas on Iceland which were all very interesting. The walk was no too strenuous but you do need a reasonable level of fitness as there is some uphill sections and you need to wear good sturdy footware as the path was rocky in places. Viewing and walking on the safe parts of the…”

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

14.Landmannalaugar Day Hike

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

Review of Arctic Adventures’ Landmannalaugar day hike from Reykjavík, with colorful mountains, lava fields, hot springs, transport details, and practical tips.

“This was a wonderful full-day trip hiking in the Highlands. It’s a long drive but worth it for a beautiful hike, great views, and a nice soak in the natural hot springs. The guides were really great, very knowledgeable and good at supporting all levels of hikers. There was plenty of time for hiking, stopping for photos, and going in the geothermal pool. I would definitely recommend this excursion!”

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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

Walk inside a natural blue ice cave and hike Falljökull Glacier with expert guides, safety gear, small groups, and 4x4 transport from Skaftafell.

“Fantastic experience, the guide Ivon was extremely helpful, kind and friendly. I recommend the experience even if you have no experience on ice, don't be scared, it's really good fun! I highly recommend it!”

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