Hiking on the Eyjafjallajökull Volcano, Seljavellir

Organized by North Ice

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Sporty
Duration: from 7 hrs to 8 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Icelandic
Minimum age: From 13 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Lace up your hiking boots and prepare to conquer Eyjafjallajökull on this beautiful hike up the glacier-covered volcano.

Stretching 1,666 meters above sea level, Eyjafjallajökull is well known as one of Iceland’s most beautiful glaciers. This volcano sits on the south coast of Iceland and is a perfect day trip from Reykjavík.

From Seljavallalaug (the old swimming pool), your guide will lead you up the small mountain, following an old trek of gravel and moss. The beginning of this hike is steep but several resting spots can be found along the way. After 2 to 3 hours, you will find yourself at the base of the glacier where you can eat some lunch and prepare your gear for the ice. Your guide will show you how to fit and use your harness, crampons, and rope. It is not necessary to bring a lot of water on this trip as many small streams can be found along the way.

From the edge, you will hike the ice slope to the summit. You will eventually get to a flat glacier where on clear days you can admire its impressive caldera.  Next is Goðasteinn, 1666 meters that usually takes from 30 to 50 minutes to climb. On Goðasteinn you can relax, take photos, and snack before beginning the descent. Heading down the mountain can take from 3 to 4 hours depending on the conditions of the hike. Once you have made your way back down take a dip in the swimming pool to relax!

Offers

1
Meet on location in Seljavallarlaug
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Level of difficulty: 4/5
Demanding some effort and certain endurance. Good health and some hiking
experience is required. 8-12 hours walk per day carrying your own gear.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Good hiking shoes
  • Hat and gloves
  • 20 - 30 L backpack
  • Food and water for the day
  • Sunglasses
  • Hiking poles
  • Rain gear pants and jacket
  • Down or primaloft jacket
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

7 hrs

Minimum age:

From 13 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Offer n° 1

Seljavallarlaug: Skogar, Vik and Myrdalsjokull, Iceland

Offer n° 2

Pick up from Reykjavík, to be determined

Included:
  • Glacier gear
  • Crampons
  • Ice axe
  • Ropes
  • Carabiners
  • Harness
  • Local glacier guide
2
Pick up from Reykjavík
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From Reykjavik: pickup time is from 8:00 – 8:30

Level of difficulty: 4/5
Demanding some effort and certain endurance. Good health and some hiking
experience is required. 8-12 hours walk per day carrying your own gear.

Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Good hiking shoes
  • Hat and gloves
  • 20 - 30 L backpack
  • Food and water for the day
  • Sunglasses
  • Hiking poles
  • Rain gear pants and jacket
  • Down or primaloft jacket
  • Pick up/drop off from Reykjavik
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

8 hrs

Minimum age:

From 13 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Offer n° 1

Seljavallarlaug: Skogar, Vik and Myrdalsjokull, Iceland

Offer n° 2

Pick up from Reykjavík, to be determined

Included:
  • Glacier gear
  • Crampons
  • Ice axe
  • Ropes
  • Carabiners
  • Harness
  • Local glacier guide
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Meeting point

Offer n° 1
Seljavallarlaug: Skogar, Vik and Myrdalsjokull, Iceland
Offer n° 2
Pick up from Reykjavík, to be determined

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule