Visit Snæfellsjökull glacier

If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland, a glacier hike on Snæfellsjökull should be at the top of your list. Towering over the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, this iconic, ice-capped volcano is steeped in both natural wonder and literary legend—it’s the setting for Jules Verne’s Journey to the Centre of the Earth. But beyond the story, it’s a real and breathtaking place to explore.

Hiking on Snæfellsjökull offers a rare chance to walk across ancient ice, surrounded by sweeping views of mountains, sea, and sky. On clear days, you can see across the whole peninsula and even out to the Westfjords and Reykjanes. The experience is otherworldly—crunching ice underfoot, wind in your face, and crevasses and ice formations that shift with every season.

Guided hikes are safe, informative, and suitable for most fitness levels, with gear provided and expert guidance along the way. You'll learn about the glacier’s geology, how it's changing with the climate, and the powerful forces that shaped this landscape.

It’s not just a hike—it’s a journey through deep time, across a living glacier, with views and memories you’ll carry long after the ice melts from your boots. Snæfellsjökull is magic, and walking on it is unforgettable.