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    Icelandic Mountain Guides

    1,460 reviews
    #7 of 53 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Reykjavik
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    Reykjavik, Iceland
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    About Icelandic Mountain Guides
    Icelandic Mountain Guides is Iceland's premier adventure tour operator. The company was established in 1994 by four young outdoor enthusiasts with a passion for nature, travel and environmental advocacy. These pioneers aimed to introduce the wonders of Icelandic nature to travelers from all over the world. We started by offering Glacier Walks in Skaftafell and later on Solheimajokull glacier. Hiking, backpacking and other adventures and expeditions in Iceland and Greenland soon followed. Today, Icelandic Mountain Guides offers adventure tours ranging from short day tours to longer multi-day expeditions in the great outdoors in both summer and winter. So whether it is the exploration of the icescapes of glaciers and ice caves, crossing of impressive highlands, trekking in the extraordinary rhyolite massifs or hiking in fascinating valleys, our aim is to Make Every Moment an Experience.
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    5-day Laugavegur Trek in Huts
    10 reviews
    Buckle up your hiking boots for a 5-day version of Iceland’s famous Laugavegur trek from Landmannalaugar. On a 35-mile (56-km) route that takes in lava fields, mountain glaciers, and bubbling hot springs, you’ll trek through some of the county’s most remote wilderness and stay overnight in mountain huts. It’s a treat for adventurous souls and fit trekkers who are aged at least 14 years old.
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    $1,556.56 per adult
    Glacier Discovery
    15 reviews
    While many tours in Iceland make pit stops at glaciers—the country is, after all, full of them—fewer take you over them and close enough to discover their interesting features. With this tour, take an easy glacier hike to see ice formations, crevasses, and water cauldrons that you’d miss just stopping for a look. Your climbing crampons are provided, and the guided hike is offered 2-3 times a day so it’s easier to fit into your schedule.
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    $69.59 per adult
    South Shore Glacier Walk and Ice Climbing from Reykjavik
    33 reviews
    Get an easy intro to glacier walking and ice climbing during this full-day tour from Reykjavik. With a small group of 15 people or fewer and a capable outdoors guide, visit two famous area waterfalls and try your hand at some arctic sports. Round-trip hotel transportation included.
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    $204.10 per adult
    Glacier Adventure From Skaftafell
    52 reviews
    The Svínafellsjökull glacier is part of Europe’s largest glacier and the icy landscapes offer a dramatic backdrop for a hiking adventure. This morning or afternon guided glacier hike in the Skaftafell-Vatnajökull National Park ensures a personalized experience, with a small group of up to 8 participants, and full instruction provided.
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    $103.89 per adult
    7-Day Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trek in Huts from Reykjavik
    8 reviews
    7-day guided trek with assisted luggage transport from Landmannalaugar to Skógar, combining the Laugavegur trek and the Fimmvörðuháls trek - two of Iceland's most famous treks. This trek is listed by National Geographic as one of the best treks in the world.
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    $2,286.89 per adult
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    Glacier /Ice Climbing - Highlight of our Trip
    Review of: South Shore Glacier Walk and Ice Climbing from Reykjavik

    Signed up last minute to do the Glacier and Ice Climbing trip despite having no experience. I won't lie, we were a bit worried about it :) Pick up from the nearest bus stop and transit to central pick up point went smoothly. Our bus...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Great experience
    Review of: Small-Group 2.5 Hour Blue Ice Experience in Vatnajokull National Park

    Our hike was great and so was our guide (female with a name that starts with S). She told us a lot of info about the glacier and really knew a lot. Everything went well and it was not too strenuous. The whole thing ended...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Golden Circle tour was fantastic

    Highly recommend this day tour. Got to see Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and Þingvellir National Park. The sights were beautiful and big thanks to Becca (aka Queen B!) for making the tour so informative. Learned a heap about Icelandic history and culture

    Date of experience: April 2019
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    Reviewed April 13, 2019 via mobile
    Greenland Adventures Dogsledding- Bad Adventure?

    Having looked forward to visiting Greenland after watching the movie, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (2013), my plans to dogsled with Greenland Adventures would not result in a memory of a lifetime. It wasn’t so much that I did not have the experience which...More

    Date of experience: March 2019
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    mountainguides, Director of Sales at Icelandic Mountain Guides, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Hello christonlim and thank you for taking the time to write to us. I am sorry to hear that you did not get the experience you were expecting. I have looked into this matter with our operations team and I understand that unfortunately the weather...More

    Reviewed April 13, 2019 via mobile
    AWESOME!

    Sölvi picked us up outside our hotel and we started the most amazing trip of a life time. day 1 we stopped at: -Þingvellir national park, we walked the Almannagjá fissure and also some lesser known fissures. -Short stop at Laugavatn village. -Geysir geothermal area....More

    Date of experience: March 2019
    3  Thank mrsmalibu
    Reviewed April 9, 2019
    Great experience with very good guide!
    Review of: Glacier Exploration

    We did a glacier exploration, which meant we were on the ice for about 2.5 hours. It was such a great experience. I was nervous initially, but I found there was nothing to really worry about. You get prepared very well. The explanation of whatever...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
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    Reviewed April 6, 2019
    Blue Ice Experience
    Review of: Glacier Exploration

    We had an amazing morning hiking on the Skaftafell Glacier with our guide Chris. We was extremely knowledgeable about the glacier and about climbing in general. He made sure we were all safe but also ensured that we were able to hike farther up the...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
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    Reviewed April 4, 2019 via mobile
    Glacier Walk & Tour- a Must See!

    Spent a wonderful day with Max for the Take A Walk on the Ice Side! One of the highlights of our trip to Iceland. The Glacier walk although more of a hike was stunning. Truly a must see! The company starts to bring tours in...More

    Date of experience: April 2019
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    Reviewed April 3, 2019
    University trip to Kulusuk, Greenland

    We (15 of us from Miami University) visited Kulusuk with Icelandic Mountain guides (this is our 3rd tour with them, the first 2 were in Iceland). The trip was fabulous. The scenery was great and the location was remote. If you want to get away...More

    Date of experience: March 2019
    1  Thank Mark W
    Reviewed March 30, 2019 via mobile
    Great hiking tour with beautiful ice cave

    We were looking to go on an ice cave tour and stumbled upon this one last minute. They were happy to squeeze us in and we really enjoyed it! Bring warm and waterproof/windproof clothing with you because the weather can change every minute. You also...More

    Date of experience: March 2019
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    Hi Chandra, Yes as Kim T so kindly answered you can send us an email to info@mountainguides.is with your details and we will be able to assist you with a private tour. Best regards, Íris
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    Response from mountainguides | Property representative |
    Hello and thank you for the question. If you have the time, I recommend stopping in Skaftafell. The surroundings are stunning and the area is part of Vatnajökull National Park (Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður).
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    Hello and thank you for the questions. I can of course recommend our hiking tours. Icelandic Mountain Guides offer a wide variety of hiking tours both in huts and camping. We have scheduled departures and you can also... More
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