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Thingvellir National ParkAttraction in Southern Region, Iceland, Iceland

Gullfoss WaterfallAttraction in Southern Region, Iceland, Iceland

Golden CircleAttraction in Southern Region, Iceland, Iceland

SeljalandsfossAttraction in Southern Region, Iceland, Iceland

SkógafossAttraction in Reykjavik, Iceland

Reynisfjara BeachAttraction in Southern Region, Iceland, Iceland

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Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Ice Cave Guided Tour

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Jökulsárlón: Vatnajökull Ice Cave Guided Tour
4.3650966 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.3650966 out of 5 stars
1868 reviews

Experience the dramatic landscape of Vatnajökull National Park and go inside the ice caves formed when water runs beneath the glacier during the summer. Trek across the rugged terrain of the south of Iceland, and look at the magical blue ice of the caves.

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Duration 3 hours
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English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Heath – Egypt

Experience was amazing, although felt a bit rushed and was busier than expected given it was a good day and winter

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Alpay – Belgium

Seeing the ice caves with your own eyes is a whole other experience. The guide, Javier, made it even better with his explanation.

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Highlights

  • Experience the deep blue ice formations of Europe´s largest glacier at Vatnajökull
  • Hunt down the newest ice caves with a local guide
  • Enjoy the stunning glacial surroundings of the ice cave

Full description

Meet at the Café by Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, about 40 minutes east of Skaftafell, for the start of a unique winter activity and look at an extraordinary natural phenomenon. Go inside some of the ice caves that form after water runs beneath the Vatnajökull Glacier during the summer.
Every fall, local guides hunt for new ice caves, as their location can change each year. The structure and condition can also vary from year to year, but rest assured your guide will decide which is the best cave to visit, depending on the safety and weather conditions.

Drive for approximately 20 to 30 minutes to the ice cave chosen by your guide, and then walk for 5 to 15 minutes to the mouth of the cave. Upon arrival, enjoy between 1 and 1.5 hours to look inside at the miraculous blue ice of the cave, and take in the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Includes

  • Ice cave tour
  • Guide
  • All safety gear

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years

Meeting point

Meet at the Café by Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in South Iceland, approximately 390 kilometers east of Reykjavík.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Hiking shoes
  • Rain gear

Know before you go

  • It will be cold inside the cave. A 15-minute walk over rugged terrain for is involved
  • This activity has extremely limited availability so reserve now if you want to see a blue ice cave
  • Please be advised that the ice caves are a natural phenomenon and it's impossible to predict where, when and how many will form. In the unlikely that no ice caves form next winter, the tour will be fully refunded

From $164 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 1868 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Value for money
    3.8/5

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Heath – EgyptFebruary 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Experience was amazing, although felt a bit rushed and was busier than expected given it was a good day and winter
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Alpay – BelgiumJanuary 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Seeing the ice caves with your own eyes is a whole other experience. The guide, Javier, made it even better with his explanation.
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Fabrizio – United KingdomJanuary 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Everything was great, the guide showed up an amazing cave and kept us safe throughout the experience. Only note is they oversold it and 4 people were squashed in the vehicle.

Product ID: 56089

Activity provider:Guide to Iceland
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  • Northeastern Region, Iceland
  • Skaftafell

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