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Vatnajökull ice cave tour with a glacier hike



Join this magical blue ice adventure from Skaftafell. This tour combines a hike on an outlet of Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajökull, with a visit to a natural blue ice cave. You'll meet your guides in a hut in Skaftafell National Park. They will provide all the professional gear you need, including a helmet, ice axe, harness, and glacier crampons and show you exactly how to use them.

Every year, the glacier moves and changes, which means you get to find and explore a brand-new ice cave every single winter. These caves are natural wonders made of ancient ice that glows with a beautiful blue colour when the light shines through. It is a dream for anyone who loves taking photos or seeing the amazing sights of Iceland. Because the ice is always changing, safety always comes first. Your expert guide knows the glacier perfectly and will only take you into the cave when it is completely safe.

Walking on the glacier is a great way to see the ice up close, with its deep cracks and amazing frozen shapes. You'll learn how these glaciers are formed and how they change over time. Visiting a natural blue ice cave is a rare and special experience that feels like stepping into another world. This is a fun, professional, and safe journey into the heart of the frozen wilderness that you will never forget.

Join this tour for a day of discovery and beautiful views in one of the most famous parts of Iceland.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Reykjavik
Duration: 4 hours
Language: English
Availability: October - March
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
Smaller group size
Subject expert guide
Small group

Why you’ll love this…

  • It's a unique opportunity to visit a natural ice cave
  • You can enjoy a glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull - Europe's largest glacier
  • Your expert guides will make sure that your experience is safe and magical

Important to know

  • Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk
  • The minimum age for participation is 8 years
  • Remember to bring: Warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket, pants, headwear, and gloves. Good hiking boots are essential, it is not possible to fit ice crampons to any other footwear
  • Trip difficulty: 2/5, easy

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • English speaking licensed guide
  • Crampons and other necessary glacier gear
  • All required safety equipment
  • Guided walking tour
  • Safety briefing

What’s not included

  • Food and drink
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Arctic Adventures (Skaftafell Base Camp), Skaftafell, Iceland

Meeting point:

Please meet at the Arctic Adventures hut in Skaftafell National Park. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour departure.

Provider

Arctic Adventures


Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 20 3830 1409