Langjökull Glacier

Embark on an underwater experience like no other: Snorkeling between tectonic plates at the Silfra Fissure. Silfra boasts up to 150m of underwater visibility and is frequently ranked as one of the top dive sites in the world. Admire views of Iceland's stunning landscape as you ride from Reykjavik to the heart of Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Snorkel in this location for 45 min with your guide, before warming up with hot coco & cookies, then returning to the city. *Select Meet-on-Location to make your own way to Thingvellir - we'll meet you there!* The glacier waters come from Langjökull, 50 km (30 miles) away, and make their way through lava fields to beautiful Thingvellir Lake. Although the chilly waters are too cold to support much in the way of marine life, Iceland's Silfra crack runs down between the American and European continental plates -drifting apart at 2cm per year- and offers amazing, ethereally blue underwater views.

Discover the rugged beauty of Iceland's Golden Circle aboard a climate-controlled bus with this tour from Reykjavik. Visit sights like Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir area, and Gullfoss Waterfall. Feel the thrill of riding a snowmobile over the Langjökull glacier.   Board the bus at the BSI Bus Terminal and drive off to experience the different geothermal landscapes of Iceland's legendary Golden Circle. Stop at Þingvellir National Park, known for its exceptional beauty and historical importance as the site of the world's first parliaments. Continue into the hot springs area of Geysir, before driving to Langjökull to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure activity. Take control of a snowmobile or travel as a passenger to explore the vast white ice cap of Langjökull. Stay warm protective clothing during your trip. Make your way back to Reykjavík via the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall and gaze in wonder as the Hvítá River thunders into a 32-meter deep canyon.

Explore the Golden Circle on this day trip from Reykjavik. Learn facinating information from your audio guide as you visit sites like Þingvellir National Park, Strokkur geyser, and Gullfoss Waterfall. Ride on the ice fields of Langjökull Glacier on a snowmobile tour. Depart Reykjavík early to catch the morning sun in a new bus equipped with computer tablets in each seat. Use the GPS-sensitive, in-bus audio guide, available in 10 languages, to learn more about the sights you will see, and stay connected with the on-board USB chargers and free Wi-Fi. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Þingvellir National Park, the birthplace of the longest-running parliament in the world. Discover where the great continental plates of America and Eurasia have dramatically pulled apart to create a rift valley, clearly visible on the shores of Iceland´s biggest lake. Continue to Geysir Hot Springs to discover the home of the original geyser. Experience the trembling ground and see the super-heated water erupt skywards from the spouting Strokkur geyser every few minutes. Take a leisurely walk down to Gullfoss Waterfall. Hear the thundering roar of the glacial Hvítá River as it cascades down 32 meters on 2 levels into a narrow canyon. Marvel at the pristine nature of the central highlands aboard a custom-made super truck. They can drive across the rough, snowy terrain thanks to their enormous tires. Drive to the snowmobile base camp at the foot of Langjökull Glacier. Then, ride across the eternally-frozen snow and ice fields of one of the biggest glaciers in the world on a guided snowmobile tour.

Join a 1 hour Exhilarating Snowmobile Adventure on Langjökull Glacier! Hop on a snowmobile ride for an unforgettable afternoon zooming on the snowy slopes. You’ll be talking about your adventure on Iceland’s second largest glacier for years to come! Welcome to the wintry world of glaciers in Iceland! Meet us at Skjól between Geysir Geothermal Area and Gullfoss Waterfall. From there we hop on board our Super Jeep for a ride up to our glacier base camp, there you'll receive all the necessary gear, including a snowmobile suit, gloves, balaclava, and helmet, before your professional glacier snowmobiling guide provides safety instructions. Then, embark on your one-hour snowmobile excursion, exploring Langjökull Glacier's enormous ice-filled volcanic craters, surrounded by imposing volcanoes and set in the breathtaking Icelandic interior. Marvel at the incredible views from the flanks of Langjökull, with Eiríksjökull glacier, the dome-shaped Hofsjökull glacier, and the Kerlingafjöll Mountain range in the distance. Your thrilling adventure on Langjokull's wintry icy slopes is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories.

Langjökull, also known as "the Long Glacier," awaits us! You will meet your professional guide in Húsafell, gear up in a snowsuit, and board our specially modified glacier truck. We'll drive across the glacier to the cave entrance, waiting atop the ice cap. Inside, marvel at the glowing blue hues, decades-old ice layers, and volcanic ash that showcase Iceland's natural history. As your guide leads you through the glacier's corridors, you'll learn about the geology and history of glaciers, their formation, and their movement. Join us for an educational, family-friendly ice cave odyssey, offered year-round!

Embark on a day trip from Gullfoss, go on a snowmobile through Langjökull Glacier, and feel the adrenaline rush through your body. Admire the beautiful views of one of Iceland’s largest glaciers as you speed through the snowfields. Meet your guide at the Gullfoss waterfall to start your snowmobile tour through the Langjökull Glacier, available for individuals and groups alike. Transfer to the base camp on the east side of the glacier to equip yourself with a snowmobile and see the landscape from a different perspective. Enjoy an adventurous ride; this is an ideal choice for those with transportation but want to top off a Golden Circle adventure with something special. Professional guides will take you into the Icelandic highlands to give you the most amazing views of the majestic glacier and its surroundings. Grab a monster truck at the Gullfoss Café before you transfer to the base camp. Travel through relatively new scenery compared to the rest of the world’s terrain. Look at a sparsely settled countryside with only a few signs of commercial activity. Arrive at the base camp, and receive the appropriate equipment, such as helmets, overalls, overshoes, gloves, and a hat. Get detailed instructions from the friendly, fun-loving guides, and learn how to operate the snowmobile before you ride off into the winter wonderland. Enjoy a snowmobile trip for approximately an hour with stops, and the guides carefully review the route selection daily to maximize the experience. Stop and take pictures, catch your breath, and enjoy the silence and the scenery.

Embark on a captivating day tour from Reykjavík and explore the waterfalls and glaciers that grace Iceland's southern coastline. Take an action-ready super-jeep to ascend into deep nature. All safety gear and transportation are provided for your ease. Your first activity is an exploration of Katla Ice Cave. For this, at Vík we prepare for action, switching to a super-jeep for the challenging ascent onto the glacier. The indispensable 4x4 power ensures a smooth journey. Immerse yourself in the glacial landscape, marveling at peculiar ice formations and the crystalline blue ice of Katla Ice Cave. Swtiching from the super-jeep back to the bus, we travel westwards once more on our return journey to the capital. Our route includes stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, two of Iceland's most enchanting waterfalls. Enjoy the quintessential south=coast experience, and forge memories during this adventure that will endure long after your journey here concludes.

Immerse yourself in the majestic natural beauty of Langjökull Glacier with an exhilarating snowmobile ride. Enjoy a roundtrip hotel transfer from Reykjavík and embark on a guided tour of this breathtaking location, with the chance to explore an incredible translucent ice cave. Start the day with a transfer from Reykjavík to Skjól, located between Geysir Geothermal Area and Gullfoss Waterfall. Climb aboard a super truck and begin your journey to Langjökull Glacier, with views of Eiríksjökull Glacier, Hofsjökull Glacier, and the Kerlingafjöll Mountains. Allow your glacier guide to outfit you with all the necessary gear, provide safety instructions, and give you the basics of snowmobile driving before setting off on an awe-inspiring ride across the glacier, reaching heights of 1,450 meters above sea level. As you race across this remarkably white glacier, Langjökull, feel the anticipation of approaching a natural ice cave. Inside the cave, encounter a dazzling blue ice ceiling that resembles a flowing river, set against the backdrop of uniquely striped white ice, formed by layers of volcanic ash. Upon exiting the ice cave, find your snowmobile ready to transport you back to the base camp. Finally, return you to Skjól for the ride back to your hotel.

Join us on our most unique tour yet! The Tales of Fire and Ice Tour amalgamates our most popular aerial tours! The tour also has two landings; one on a glacier and the other on a volcano! Your adventure will commence at the Reykjavik Domestic Airport. Our experienced pilot will greet you with the warmest welcome and whisk you to the Þórisjökull glacier for our first landing. During the journey towards the glacier, we will fly you across the highest most bedazzled waterfall in all of Iceland; the famed Glymur! This helicopter tour will save you hours of hiking and you will enjoy the panoramic view from your comfortable seat high in the sky. Once we reach our designated landing stop atop the vast glacier; you will have a chance to meander across the glacier, take photos and make countless memories! Throw snowballs, and have a snowball fight! Build your very own snow angel and try making a snowman! Just simply enjoying the stunning view is enough in its own right as well! The crisp fresh glacier air is tantalizing to your senses. From there onwards, we will take you to the Þingvellir National Park, on the Golden Circle, which is a Unesco World Heritage Site. The place is of considerable historical importance as it proudly boasts being the birthplace of the oldest existing parliament in the world. Here, You will also have a chance to gaze upon the sparkling waters of Iceland’s largest lake. The area weaves a colorful tapestry of Icelandic history. You will gaze upon the imprints of the Vikings when looking down the Canyon that splits the American and the Eurasian continents at the Þingvellir National Park. You will also have a chance to see the continental drift of the Eurasian and the North American tectonic plates that are fully visible from above. The second landing of this tour would be at the Hengill Geothermal Area. The area received its name from the Hengill volcano which is situated in a remote valley that can only be accessed by a helicopter or a hike. The valley boasts hot springs, and boiling mud pots that you can walk towards and observe from very up close. The magical place will wrap you around its enchanted little finger and make you fall in love with the otherworldly beauty surrounding you.

Your adventure begins at Skjól, located on the road between Geysir Geothermal Area and Gullfoss Waterfall, followed by an exhilarating journey to Iceland's second-largest glacier, Langjökull, aboard our super truck, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Eiríksjökull Glacier, Hofsjökull Glacier, and the Kerlingafjöll Mountains. Once there, your certified glacier guide will outfit you with all the necessary gear, provide safety instructions, and give you the basics of snowmobile driving before setting off on an awe-inspiring one-hour ride across Langjökull Glacier, reaching heights of 1450 meters above sea level. As you race across this remarkably white glacier, Langjökull, often called 'The White Glacier,' you'll feel the thrill and anticipation of approaching a natural ice cave, a sight that never disappoints. Inside the cave, you'll encounter a dazzling ice ceiling that resembles a flowing river, set against the backdrop of uniquely striped white ice, formed by layers of volcanic ash. Enjoy exploring and photographing this stunning natural wonder. Upon exiting the ice cave, your trusty snowmobile awaits to transport you back to our Snowmobile Base Camp. We'll then return you to Skjól, concluding a day filled with the excitement of glacier snowmobiling and the rare beauty of an ice cave, offering you a comprehensive experience of Iceland's magnificent glaciers.