Category Hiking & Trekking

Reykjavik · HIKING & TREKKING

The 15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Reykjavik

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Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach - The minibus ride: comfort, pacing, and why pickup matters

1.Glacier Hike, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach

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

Hike Sólheimajökull glacier, see Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and walk Reynisfjara black sand from Reykjavik in one full day.

“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 - From Reykjavik pickup to the Kleifarvatn black beach

Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - Seltún Hot Springs: Color, Steam, and the Smell Tax

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

From Reykjavik: Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip - Sólheimajökull glacier hike: the highlight, and the part you plan for

4.Glacier Hike, South Coast and Waterfalls Day Trip

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

Glacier hike on Sólheimajökull plus Skógafoss, Reynisfjara and Seljalandsfoss from Reykjavik, small group, Wi‑Fi on board.

“Our guide was Michal !! He was great! So nice, funny and very informative! My partner and I had amazing time on this trip. We didn’t feel rushed at all and even got home in time to have dinner around 8pm downtown !”

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Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Glacier Hike and South Coast Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Seljalandsfoss: walking near the waterfall like you mean it

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

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

12-hour south coast day from Reykjavik: Sólheimajökull glacier hike with gear, waterfalls and black sand beach in a max-18 small group.

“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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From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

From Reykjavík: Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist - The Geologist at the Center: Turning Lava Into Real Understanding

6.Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike with Geologist

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

Join a small group hike to Fagradalsfjall with a geologist from Reykjavík. Learn lava science, hike safely, and get crater views.

“The guide was very knowledgeable and the tour was very interesting. I think the tour is a bit expensive especially if the guide expecting tip, as the geologist already said to as after she collected as that tipping is expected. Otherwise is a nice tour and i am recommending, but if i have car rented i wont pay for it agin as everyone can walk on the volcano on their own.”

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Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach - Seljalandsfoss: Walk Behind the Waterfall

7.Glacier Hike, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 705 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $198

Walk on Sólheimajökull with provided gear, then hit South Coast waterfalls and Reynisfjara’s black sand, from Reykjavik.

“This is one of the most exilerating adventures I have ever done. The guide was exceptional. He explained everything we needed to know about safety, the history of the areas we visited, and was a generally a great person. I will tell you that it is very strenuous and you need to be in good shape. But the Glacier is beautiful, the scenery is fabulous. It's a small group tour, we had only 14 people.”

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From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike

From Reykjavík: Landmannalaugar Day Hike - Colorful rhyolite trails: Laugahraun, Vondugil Canyon, and Brennisteinsalda

8.Landmannalaugar Day Hike

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

Day hike from Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar’s rhyolite canyons and geothermal hot springs near Hekla, with a guided soak at the end.

“Our activity got canceled, but it was very easy tog et rescheduled. We were very glad we did! Our driver was amazing and was able to navigate the F roads with ease in the bus. Our guide was also fantastic making sure everyone stayed on the trail, giving us information about the area, and making sure we finished the joke with plenty of time for the hot springs without rushing us. Landmannalaugar is a very underrated area in Iceland, and I cannot recommend it enough!”

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Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls - Hellisheiði and the Iceland Story Behind the Scenery

9.Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

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

Reykjavík day trip with South Coast waterfalls, black sand beach, and a small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hike with gear and guide.

“This was an amazing trip in all aspects. Our guide, Roberto, was very personable and knowledgeable about the places we visited, sharing information throughout our trip. The glacier hike was amazing and we were able to descend into one of the ice crevices. Fantastic experience, thoroughly recommend .”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - The Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike: Lava Ground, Steam, and Real-Time Reality

Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

Reykjavik: Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip - From Reykjavik to the Bláfjöll base: where the day really starts

11.Thrihnukagigur Volcano Guided Hiking Day Trip

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

Hike a lava field near Reykjavik, then descend into the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano inside a safety-equipped crater chamber.

“Absolutely, inside of view is amazing and really unique!! But also, guides are so kind and friendly, and they make your time more special!!!”

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From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike

From Reykjavik: South Coast & Glacier Hike - Seljalandsfoss: the 60-meter waterfall you walk behind

12.South Coast & Glacier Hike

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

Full-day South Coast tour from Reykjavik: walk behind 60m Seljalandsfoss, climb 527 steps at Skógafoss, and hike Sólheimajökull glacier.

“What an amazing day! The falls were beautiful, the black sand beach was unique, but the glacier hike- unforgettable and stunningly beautiful! We are more “mature” in age than most of our fellow hikers, but had no issues in keeping up so don’t let that stop you from this once in a lifetime experience. Big thanks to Stephan, our host, he was fantastic! I cannot remember the names of the two young men at the hike, but they were outstanding as well.”

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Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

Reykjavík: Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro - Reykjavik vs. Glacier Parking Lot: Pick the Right Start

13.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing Intro

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

Small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hike with an optional ice-climbing intro, plus South Coast waterfalls from Reykjavik and all safety gear.

“Our guide Daniel was fantastic and made the experience even better. He taught us many new things and also had good engaging conversation while we were hiking.”

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Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate)

Skaftafell: Small-Group Vatnajökull Glacier Hike (Moderate) - Getting to the glacier: from Arctic Adventures to the 4x4 drop-off

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

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

Moderate small-group hike from Skaftafell to Falljökull icefall on Vatnajökull. Crampons, expert guide, great photos.

“A fun, informative, unique experience! The glacier explorer tour provides a great opportunity to hike the glacier in a safe way with an experienced guide. You are provided a helmet, harness, ice pick axe, and crampons. They have boots available for rent, if needed. After a short safety briefing and gearing up, there is a short bus ride to the glacier (15 minutes). The hike starts with about a .75 mile walk to the glacier. From there, we spent about three hours exploring on the ice. This is a hike, there is no climbing of ice walls and no prior experience is needed. It is a physical activity for sure…”

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

Reykjavik: South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group - Reykjavik Pickup and the Mini-Bus Comfort Factor

15.South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike Small-Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 322 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $200

Reykjavik south coast highlights plus a certified Solheimajokull glacier hike, waterfalls, and Reynisfjara black sand, in a small group.

“Our guide Rob was awesome. Endless energy. Adequate stops for restrooms and food. We visited all the waterfalls with time to explore and of course the glacier hike. No question: this is a hike. If you have any physical limitations, this is not for you. It was more than I could have imagined. Literally feeling like you're on the top of the world! Nothing was rushed, we ended up with a smaller group for the hike and that was great. The last stop was the black sands beach there's a nice cafe for a cold one if you're tired as I was. Long drive back to Reykyavik but he made…”

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