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Mýrdalsjökull, Vik

4.7
#4 of 6 in Nature in Vik
Geologic Formation · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Experience the thrill and the beauty of Mýrdalsjökull, one of Iceland’s foremost natural wonders. The peak of the glacier reaches 1,493 m (4,898 ft) and its thick ice covers the active Katla volcano. Unlike other glaciers that you can only admire from a distance, here you can get up close, and even step onto the ice and taste the frigid water. You'll be able to choose from a variety of tours ranging from snowmobile and Jeep rides, to dog sledding and ice climbing. Because of crevasses and quickly changing and extreme weather conditions, touring the glacier with an experienced guide is recommended. Plan to visit Mýrdalsjökull and other customer-reviewed, writer-recommended Vik attractions using our Vik travel site.
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Tours to Mýrdalsjökull

FROM $233 BOOK WITH VIATOR Glacier Hiking and Ice Climbing Small-Group Adventure
5.0
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $210 BOOK WITH VIATOR Snowmobiling Experience on Mýrdalsjökull Glacier from Vik
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $155 BOOK WITH VIATOR Quad Bike Tour on Black Lava Sands from Mýrdalur
Duration: 2 hours
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Mýrdalsjökull reviews

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  • By 45beanie
    Plenty of free parking. Toilet facilities 300isk. A van is there selling some hot food. If you want to walk on the glacier you will require equipment which can be hired from the hut & a guide will...  more »
  • By mcklin12
    Water bubbling out of the mountain as you walk a path overlooking a body of water with mountainous terrain behind as you round a bend to see a wall of ice and a field of snow behind. Absolutely...  more »
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  • By FFA Pro
    One of the best attractions on Iceland with stunning view.
  • By Wong Esther
    The fourth largest glacier in Iceland, Myrdalsjokull is a true embodiment of the land of fire and ice. Deep within Myrdalsjokull’s ice cap lies one of the largest active volcanoes in Iceland, the destructive Katla. Set along Iceland’s popular south coast, Mydalsjokull is one of Iceland’s most easily accessible glaciers, jam packed with activities. For visitors, you may choose to make a short short to get a feel of the glacier by site, or explore deeper by taking a few hours to one-day stop, depending on individual strengths and gear preparation to hiking over snow-clad mountains.
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