Norway’s premier ice climbing & glacier exploration tour
Ice climbing, Glacier exploration and spectacular apline scenery
TIME
7 hrs
Age
18+ years
Under 18?
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When
May – Sep
NOK
5000
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What to Expect
JOIN US EXPLORING THE GLACIER, INSIDE AND OUT!
The Moulin & Ice Climbing Tour is the perfect way to get into climbing while exploring the glacier like never before. Our aim for the day is to teach you the basics of climbing on ice and then lower you into a moulin (waterhole/cave), or crevasse in the glacier, for an exciting blue-ice glacier adventure.
We have scouted four different glaciers in the Jostedalsbreen National Park to find the best location for your tour, so we are sure to have great scenery, crevasses, moulins (water holes) and walls of ice for the day’s fun. The trip is for four people maximum per guide, so you can maximise your time on (and in) the ice.
As with all the Icetroll trips we offer, it is not necessary to be an athlete for this tour, you should just have an interest in trying a new activity and taking your chance to get into the glacier more than you ever could on a day tour elsewhere. Beginners are more than welcome, as are children (please call us BEFORE booking children, so we can arrange the correct tour for you). With our experienced, qualified guides, you are certain to get THE blue-ice glacier experience.
If you have an interest in this, just ask us and we can chat about your options. We have all the ice climbing gear, so all you need to bring is the usual outdoor clothing for your trip (including waterproof clothing, sunglasses, and gloves! Check the drop-down list to the right for a complete list of what to bring).
We can’t wait to see you out on the ice! Book your tour today.
Essential Info
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Warm hat and gloves, warm clothing including a good rain jacket, waterproof trousers are a great idea if you have them, camera, drink bottle, sunglasses are essential for climbing, lunch. If you don’t have good solid hiking boots, we have climbing boots to loan.
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Woolen under layers, waterproof trousers, sun hat, good walking shoes/boots.
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All climbing equipment, and glacier information.
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LABBEN - (The Lab)
Jostedalvegen 2889, Jostedal, on road 604.
Trips depart at 10:00.Please arrive 15 minutes before start time. If you need/want to buy warm or waterproof clothing or want to enjoy a great coffee, please arrive earlier.
Additional Info
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LABBEN - The Lab: View Map
• From Sogndal: Take road 55 to Gaupne (approximately 30km) Turn left onto road 604 toward Breheimsenter and Jostedalen (approximately 28 km to LABBEN, The Lab – our meeting place). After 28,5 km you will see a big red animal barn and a smaller red building on the right-hand side, turn right and you are at LABBEN.
• From Lom: take road 55 to Gaupne. Turn right onto road 604 toward Breheimsenter and Jostedalen then follow directions above:
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Jostedal Hotel
post@jostedalhotel.no or call +47 5768 3119Jostedal Camping
post@jostedalcamping.no or call +47 9775 6789● Jostedal Hotel/Camping: view map
Jostedal Lodge
ellenmaky@gmail.com or call + 47 911 06 861Villa Fjellheim
contact form on villafjellheim.no or call +47 922 033 58 -
You need to tell us you are on a bus BEFORE YOU BOOK if you want us to wait for you and take you in our vehicle to the lake.
If you are on public transport (bus) we can wait for the Glacier Bus to arrive, but recommend you stay in Jostedal after the tour, so we don’t rush back for the bus that leaves Jostedal in the afternoon! If you miss any bus connections, we have no responsibility for this or consequent transport you require (we will try to help you, but this is not our job – our trips often run later than advertised, there is a lot of nature to enjoy!).
Frequently Asked Questions
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If we cancel a tour due to unsafe conditions (for example strong wind or other environmental factors), we will offer:
A full refund
Rebooking to another date (assuming availability)
Rebooking to a different tour (assuming availability, with any price difference adjusted)
Your safety always comes first in our decisions.
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If you cancel your booking, the cancellation terms can be found in our Terms & Conditions at the bottom of each page and in your booking confirmation email.
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Glacier tours operate in normal mountain conditions, including wind, cold temperatures and changeable weather.
Rain — even heavy rain — is not a reason for cancelling a tour. We dress for the conditions and adapt as needed.
Strong wind can occasionally make kayaking conditions unsuitable. Decisions are made at the lake based on actual conditions rather than forecasts.
If conditions are genuinely unsafe, we will reschedule (assuming availability) or offer a refund.
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Each glacier tour has a minimum age listed on the trip page.
As a general rule:
Children under 4 years cannot join our tours.
Some glacier tours have higher age limits due to activity duration and the exposed mountain environment.
Longer tours and cold conditions can be demanding for younger children, and we want everyone to have a positive experience.
If you are unsure which tour is best for your family, please contact us — we are happy to help you choose.
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Unfortunately, dogs cannot join our glacier tours.
If you are travelling with a dog and would like advice on possible solutions, please contact us before booking.
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No previous glacier or kayaking experience is required.
All tours are guided, and you will receive full instructions before and during the trip.
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Our glacier tours vary in physical level.
Some trips include longer kayaking approaches and extended glacier hikes, requiring moderate endurance. Others are shorter and less demanding.
Each trip page includes clear information about duration and physical requirements. If you are unsure whether a tour suits you, just ask — we are happy to advise.
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All Icetroll glacier tours take place in natural mountain environments where inherent risks exist.
We minimise these risks through careful planning, professional judgement and experienced guides. You will receive a full safety briefing before your tour and must follow guide instructions at all times.
Our primary goal is your safety — and from that, your enjoyment.