Iceland · ICE CAVE TOURS
Natural ice caves exist from roughly November to March and move every year. The 15 below split into the Katla cave out of Vik, reachable in a shorter day, and the crystal caves under Vatnajokull that take the photographs everyone has seen. Prices, drive times and group sizes all compared.
Take a Super Jeep from Vík to Katla Ice Cave for blue ice, volcanic ash, and a glacier walk, with waterfall stops possible.
“Trip was great, the road is bumpy but adds to the experience! Peter was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable, and had a ton of interesting facts! The glacier meeting the ash with the green mountains added contrast for some amazing photos. Very fun experience.”
Jökulsárlón to Vatnajökull: super jeep ride, guided trek, and up to 1.5 hours exploring blue ice in a real glacier cave.
“We had a great time with our guide Johann, learned a lot about glaciers and overall it was a great way to spend a morning in Iceland! Really recommend!”
A small-group glacier hike and blue ice cave near Skaftafell, with gear, expert guiding, and hot drinks included for $165.
“Our glacier hike was an unforgettable experience, and Lucy, our tour guide, made it even more special. She was not only knowledgeable and engaging but also gave us plenty of time to soak in the breathtaking views. Her enthusiasm and warmth made us feel truly connected to the adventure. Lucy, your passion for what you do is inspiring, and your kindness made a lasting impression on us. Thank you for making this journey so special—we’ll remember it forever!”
Ride a Super Jeep to Breiðamerkurjökull, gear up with crampons and headlamps, then explore Vatnajökull crystal ice caves in 2.5 hours.
“Great tour, guide was very informative and helped take neat pictures”
Ride a Super Jeep through Katla Volcano Geopark, then walk on Mýrdalsjökull Glacier into the Katla Ice Cave, with coffee in Vík.
“This was a great adventure with a wonderful guide, who was very funny. Coffee was provided prior to departure but there are no restrooms at the Ice Cave... plan accordingly. The cave was beautiful and having the earliest tour made it extra wonderful.”
Katla Ice Cave and South Coast waterfalls from Reykjavik, with Super Jeep off-road, WiFi onboard, safety gear, and beginner-friendly glacier walking.
“We had a wonderful day out. The glacier visit is fascinating and we really enjoyed it. A beautiful country with so much to see that will be gone when the ice melts. Climate changes are taking their toll It is a long day but worth it and we had a very entertaining guide in Paul”
Ride a Super Jeep to a Katla ice cave near Vík, with crampons, a helmet, and a glacier guide for a safe, surreal walk under volcanic ice.
“The tour was a really fun treat. The ride up to the ice cave entrance was beautiful, and the views while there were breathtaking. We learned a lot, and even our kids (8 & 11), had a wonderful time. Edgars was a wonderful guide!”
Super-jeep to Breiðamerkurjökull, then crampon-equipped walks into a natural Vatnajökull blue ice cave that changes with the season.
“Javier was an incredible guide and took us in two caves! He also became an incredible photographer!! 100% recommend”
Vatnajökull blue ice caves from Jökulsárlón with a small-group glacier walk, 4x4 access, and expert guides. 3 hours.
“The Cave Tour was really great and impressive. Walking on crampons was for beginners - no skills necessary and the guide waited for the beginners as well.”
See Katla Ice Caves near Vík on a small-group hike with safety gear, guided exploring time, and a dramatic glacier landscape.
“Great experience and a must do if you are in Iceland! The glaciers are a breathtaking and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! 11/10:)”
Ride a monster truck across Langjökull and walk inside a massive ice tunnel on Iceland’s second-largest glacier. Family-friendly, guided.
“Wonderful activity! I loved the trek up the mountain , felt like a real ice climber! Ice caves were beautiful, although you only spend about 2-3 minutes inside the ice cave. The real adventure is the glacier hike and colors that you don’t get to see elsewhere. If you want a true cave time, go to Húsafell ice caves but I’d try both as both are uniquely great experiences”
Skaftafell glacier hike to Vatnajökull’s blue ice cave on Falljökull. Small groups, safety gear included, 4 hours.
“Our guide Tin was excellent. Very attentive to everyone in the group. Very knowledgeable.”
3 days from Reykjavik through Golden Circle and South Coast, with glacier hiking, blue ice caves, and Northern Lights chances.
“This was such a cool experience! I was traveling by myself and figured it would be a lot safer to be with a group, and this tour had all the things I wanted to do. The hotel/motel rooms were hit or miss, with one being pretty meh, but another being really nice. I loved that the hotels had common areas where travelers could hang out together. I made friends with a couple of my fellow solo travelers and we had a lovely time. I did this tour in early November but somehow barely got rained on. The glacier hike was so cool and I can now say I have climbed…”
See Katla Ice Cave and Iceland’s south coast in one small-group day, with Super Jeep off-road driving, waterfalls, and black sand beaches.
“All the sites were incredible, thanks to John aswell for being super helpful and kind, loved this tour!”
Small-group Katla Ice Cave tour from Vík with a Super Jeep ride, crampons and helmet, and an exclusive walk inside Katla Glacier ice.
“Valdimar took us on a private tour and we enjoyed every minute of the off roading to walking in the ice cave. It was an amazing experience.”
Every kind of day out on the island, and the best of each.
