Conquer the Ice: Epic Iceland Glacier & Cave Adventures
Experience the raw, frozen beauty of Iceland like never before. From the deep blues of ancient ice caves to the adrenaline of scaling a glacier wall, our professionally guided tours offer an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Arctic.
Katla Ice Cave Tour (starting from Vík)
Availability: All year
Experience the raw power of Icelandic nature with an unforgettable journey to the Katla Ice Cave. Operating year-round, this tour departs from the Troll Expeditions meeting point at The Vik Inn in Vík.
Your adventure kicks off with a 40-minute bumpy ride across the Icelandic wilderness in a specialized 4x4 Super Jeep. As you travel toward the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, your guide will share captivating stories about the Katla volcano, its history of eruptions, and the unique geology of the South Coast. Upon arrival at the glacier's edge, you will embark on an easy 20-minute hike across a striking black-ash desert. The contrast of mossy green mountains against the coal-black sand and glacial rivers creates an otherworldly landscape. While the path is relatively even, the loose volcanic sand makes for a slightly more demanding walk.
All YearIce Climbing & Glacier Hike Tours in Iceland
A trip to Iceland is incomplete without stepping onto its ancient, shifting glaciers. Our tours offer more than just a walk; they provide a gateway into a world of crystalline blue ice, deep crevasses, and volcanic history. Whether you are looking for a gentle scenic walk or a vertical ice-climbing challenge, we have an expedition tailored for you.
This tour offers a thrilling combination of glacier hiking and ice climbing on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include using specialized gear (crampons, harness, and twin ice axes) to climb a secure ice wall or crevasse face, spending approximately 3 hours on the ice, and exploring dramatic ice features like moulins and crevasses in the stunning mountain landscape of the Skaftafell area. No previous climbing experience is required, as expert guides teach you the necessary techniques.
Skaftafell
Meet on location
Medium
4 HoursExplore the ever-changing ice formations of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on a guided walk. This tour gives you a close look at a landscape shaped by ice, where conditions shift from season to season. Depending on the time of year, you may walk into crevasses,or see ice features from above as the surface changes in summer. Your guide may also point out interesting details like glacier-shaped formations or patches of “glacier mice,” small moss balls found on the ice.
Skaftafell Meet on location Easy to moderate 3 HoursEmbark on a longer and more in-depth glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. This extended tour takes you higher onto the ice, where you can explore more remote terrain and enjoy wide panoramic views over Skaftafell National Park.
Skaftafell Meet on location Medium 5 HoursTake on our most adventurous glacier tour, a full-day journey that takes you deeper onto the ice than any of our other hikes. This experience gives you access to remote terrain and the dramatic landscapes surrounding Europe’s largest glacier.
Skaftafell Meet on location Challenging 6 hoursJoin an unforgettable adventure on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, located in the beautiful Skaftafell area. The highlight of this tour is the chance to step inside a naturally formed blue ice cave, an experience very few people ever get to have.
Skaftafell Meet on location Medium 4 HoursJoin a thrilling 3-hour guided glacier hike on Breiðamerkurjökull, part of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Ride a powerful Super Jeep across rugged terrain, walk on ancient blue ice, and explore fascinating glacial features such as moulins, crevasses, and deep ice canyons. Perfect for adventure seekers of all levels, this tour combines excitement, education, and unforgettable scenery.
Jökulsárlón 3 Hours Super jeep from Meeting PointBlue Ice Cave & Crystal Cave Tour in Iceland
This is Iceland's most famous ice cave experience. It is specifically designed to get you into the most visually stunning, sapphire-blue ice formations with minimal physical effort.
Both caves are seasonal and typically only accessible from October to April. Because glaciers are constantly shifting, the exact shape and location of these caves change every single year.
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure exploring Iceland’s breathtaking natural wonders! On this tour, you’ll ride in a powerful 4x4 Super Jeep across rugged terrain, venture deep into a glacier, and step inside a stunning Blue Ice Cave — also known as the Crystal Ice Cave. Marvel at the shimmering shades of blue ice, unique formations, and ever-changing tunnels and crevasses that make each visit a one-of-a-kind experience.
Jökulsárlón Super jeep from Meeting Point Easy 2 to 3 hoursJoin an unforgettable adventure on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, located in the beautiful Skaftafell area. The highlight of this tour is the chance to step inside a naturally formed blue ice cave, an experience very few people ever get to have.
Skaftafell Meet on location Medium 4 HoursThis tour offers a thrilling combination of glacier hiking and ice climbing on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include using specialized gear (crampons, harness, and twin ice axes) to climb a secure ice wall or crevasse face, spending approximately 3 hours on the ice, and exploring dramatic ice features like moulins and crevasses in the stunning mountain landscape of the Skaftafell area. No previous climbing experience is required, as expert guides teach you the necessary techniques.
Skaftafell Meet on location Medium 4 HoursFrequently Asked Questions
Transport is included in all of our tours. Participants should use our transportation to the tours location.
Yes — but check age limits on each tour. Some easy walks allow kids 8+, others require 10–12+ depending on the terrain. If your kid is adventurous, dressed warm, and not prone to licking glacial walls, they’ll be fine.
- Base layer (shirt and long johns) synthetic or wool.
- Mid layer such as fleece jacket,thick wool garment, primaloft jacket or similar. Second midlayer can be added for colder days. Hiking pants, fleece or softshell or similar.
- Waterproof breathable jacket like Gore-tex jacket and pants or similar.
- Light and thin quick drying pants. Wind resistant.
- Waterproof clothing on rainy days.
- Headwear and gloves.
- Socks, synthetic or wool.
- Good hiking boots are essential.The boots should be high enough to provide good ankle support
- Tennis shoes or sneakers are not appropriate shoes for this trip!
- Winter time in Iceland can be very unpredictable. Temperature in the south east coast of Iceland during the winter time is usually between -5 celsius to +5 degrees. The rule of thumb is always 3-4 layers.
- Small backpack (Can be handy to carry camera, rain gear and all extras)
We make sure your tour to our Ice Caves is extremely safe by monitoring each cave every day. We constantly check the thickness of the roof and make sure you will have a safe and enjoyable time in the Ice Caves.
Ice caves are not easily accessible and their situation needs to be monitored by professional. You should go with an expert guide.
Only when the weather goes full Iceland (which happens). Heavy rain, high winds, or unstable cave conditions can cancel or reschedule your tour. If a tour gets cancelled, you will generally be offered a chance to rebook.
Absolutely. You can find day tours and multi-day tours departing from Reykjavík that include ice caves. . The most popular tours are the South Coast & Katla Ice Cave from Reykjaík (open year-round) and the 3-Day South Coast & Golden Circle winter tour. Pickup is usually included from major hotels or designated bus stops, and tours come with all necessary gear.
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