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Reykjavik · HIKING & TREKKING

15 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Reykjavik Actually Worth Booking

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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - Reykjavik Pickup and the South Coast Rhythm (Without Losing the Day)

1.Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

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

Small-group Reykjavik day trip to hike Sólheimajökull glacier, see Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and walk Reynisfjara black-sand beach.

“I never write reviews but felt compelled to after today. I had an amazing day, with an amazing guide, and was truly thankful for the experience. Sara was attentive, knowledgeable, extremely kind, and has a killer music playlist. On the glacier hike specifically, she gave clear instructions, reviewed safety guidelines thoroughly, and made sure everyone was wicked comfortable. I wish I had her as my guide for all my excursions. The HIGHLIGHT was it was my birthday and she kindly surprised me with a slice of cake along the way. So unexpected, but so grateful. I was really appreciative of that. HIGHLY recommend SARA!!!”

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Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour

Reykjavík: Volcano Eruption Site and Reykjanes Hiking Tour - Starting in Reykjavik, then driving into the geology

Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - Reykjavik to Reykjanes: the Seltún geothermal stop sets the tone

3.Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

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

Guided afternoon hike from Reykjavik on the Reykjanes Peninsula, chasing lava at Geldingadalur, plus Seltun hot springs color and sulfur steam.

“Omg this was the best tour ever! Ragnor the bus driver, well weren't we in safe hands. The winds were so strong but had every confidence in Ragnor. Then Dave our Irish guide was amazing. He was informative, funny and full of character. The tour was amended slightly due to the winds but Dave always did everything he could to please the guests. The tour itself was amazing, with stunning views, disgusting smells, you get to see real steaming lava! It was just excellent from start to finish.”

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From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Pickup, Wi-Fi, and why the small group matters

4.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

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

Glacier hike on Sólheimajökull plus Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and Reynisfjara black sand. Small group, gear included, pickup in Reykjavik.

“This day is packed with non-stop excitement! Roberto was an outstanding guide and driver - sharing all of the lore behind what we were passing and experiencing.”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Stop 1 at Troll.is, a quick reset before the coast

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

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

Minibus south coast highlights from Reykjavik with a real glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, plus waterfalls and Black Sand Beach.

“The experience was great. The time in the black beach was too short. People should be encouraged to eat on the bus to save the time. The minibus seats were uncomfortable. Everything else was really fabulous.”

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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - What the Uphill Hike Really Means for Your Day

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls - From Reykjavik pickup to the first views: how the morning sets you up

8.Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 605 reviews · from $195

Reykjavík’s south coast in a day, packed with waterfalls and black sand, then a small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hike with safety gear.

“The guide Michal was amazing. So knowledgable, very engaging with the group and kept us all upbeat throughout the day. The glacier hike was spectacular. It was our favourite part of our whole trip to Iceland!”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - Fagradalsfjall Volcano hike: 8 km round-trip and 300 m of climbing

9.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 573 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $189

Hike Fagradalsfjall volcano from Reykjavík with a local guide, cross fresh lava, and add geothermal stops on the Reykjanes Peninsula.

“Oddi went above and beyond our expectations for this Volcano hike. He was very personable and adjusted the locations we saw and stopped at, based on our hiking abilities and what we wanted to accomplish. We had an amazing day experiencing the "warmth" of the 2021 eruption and seeing various hot springs. definitely would hike with Oddi again!”

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From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike

From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike - Pickup in central Reykjavik at 8:00 AM, then steady southbound driving

10.South Coast & Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 490 reviews · 12 hours · from $200

12-hour South Coast tour from Reykjavik with 60-meter waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand, and a guided Sólheimajökull glacier hike with full gear.

“It was amazing, the tour guide was good and I cannot believe how much we covered in just one day. Besides our bus tour guide our glacier guide was also very good and experienced. Will definitely recommend it.”

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Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip - Meeting at Breiðabliksskáli in Bláfjöll: Getting There on Time

11.Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 410 reviews · from $385

Descend 120m into Thrihnukagigur, hike lava fields, and return to Reykjavik with a warm Icelandic soup after the crater experience.

“This was a most fascinating day. The walk to the volcano was rugged but worth every step. The volcano was nothing like I’d ever seen before. Amazing day. PS… I’m 73 with a fairly new hip. I did this!!!”

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Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Full-Day vs Half-Day: Choosing the Right Plan from Reykjavík

12.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 380 reviews · 4.5 - 11 hours · from $203

Hike and optionally ice climb on Sólheimajökull Glacier with expert guides, full gear, and South Coast waterfall stops from Reykjavík.

“The tour was fantastic and Michele is a wonderful guide. He’s patient, kind and reliable, we felt safe to tour with him. The ice climbing was so much fun.”

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Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate)

Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate) - Meeting in Skaftafell, then the 4x4 ride to the glacier start

13.Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 327 reviews · 5 hours · from $170

Join a certified small-group hike on Vatnajökull to reach the Falljökull icefall, with crampons, safety gear, and big photo moments.

“We had a very interesting glacier walk with Indra, our guide who did not only guide us safely through the glacier, but was also very knowledgeable about everything glacier-related as well. It was a lot of fun, we would go again in a heartbeat!”

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Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group

Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group - Pickup, mini-bus comfort, and how the group day really runs

2-Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier Hike and Glacier Lagoon

2-Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier Hike and Glacier Lagoon - Getting from Reykjavik Without Stress (Pickup to Minibus Ride)

15.2-Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier Hike and Glacier Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 203 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $671

2 days from Reykjavik on Iceland’s South Coast with a glacier hike, winter ice cave visit, and glacier lagoon black-sand beaches.

“Niiiiiice experience and Thoughtful arrangement for the spots. Luckily firstday there is great weather condition so our guide Max drive us directly to explore glacier and ice cave. Easy walk and wonderful experience! Second day it’s little cloudy but we still enjoy much the waterfall and black beach. 👍👍👍”

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