Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik
Overview
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3 hours
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Visit this truly unique Ice Cave underneath Katla volcano also known as the "Dragon Glass" Ice Cave. Witness the breathtaking combination of fire and ice inside one of the rarest natural phenomenon. Join us on a Super Jeep up to the glacier, driving through scenic views of what looks like Moss Wonderland. Once you enter a natural ice cave. You'll feel like you are take a sneek peek into the highlands as you enjoy the ride all the way inside the country admiring the majestic mountains and fields of moss.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring: Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, head-wear and gloves.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Minimum age is 8 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Certified Glacier Guide
Visit to a Natural Ice Cave
Scenic Landscapes
All Safety Ice Cave Equipment: Crampons and Helmet
Stunning Ride on a Super Jeep into the country
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
What To Expect
The view inside the Ice Cave is truly spectacular the combination of the colors of the ice, you will get the chance to see some amazing black ice as well as some blue ice features. The Katla Ice Cave is truly unique. The ice cave is located in Kötlujökull Glacier which is an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull Glacier. Underneath the glacier waits the mighty volcano Katla where the both the glacier and the ice cave takes their name from. The tour departs from the village of Vík where you will hop on a Super Jeep that takes you up to the ice cave. There you will put on crampons and a helmet to prepare you to walk inside the natural ice cave. Your expert guide will inform you all about the glacier and how the ice cave is formed by mother nature. - The Meeting point is at the parking lot of The Soup Company restaurant in Vík. - Driving time to Vík from Reykjavík is around 2 hours and 30 minutes in good road conditions. Please note that if you arrive after departure time, your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded.
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Reviews
1,092 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Definitely recommend this experience
Ashley M,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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!
Amazing viewings
jeffersonc408,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful hike with Edgars! Views are incredible and they do a really nice job explaining the history of Iceland and the volcano
Exhilarating adventure!
238julietb,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Coolest experience ever! One of a kind experience with a safe and reliable company. Our tour guide, Edgar made the experience special. The conditions very icy, windy, and low visibility but he made us feel safe out in the drive over there and on the glacier. It was fun learning some cool history of the glacier too. I highly recommend coming during the sunrise it was unreal. Can’t wait to come back and do this another time of the year!
Stuning views-A really enjoyable experience!
I2118PRthomasc,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00While some excursions are not worth the price, this one certainly was! Our guide, Edgar, did a great job leading the trip and providing context for the experience. The views inside and outside the glacier were stunning as the sun came up. I would highly recommend this trip.
Our tour guides were...
Lilly W,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guides were amazing (and funny)!! Edgar and Hak(i don’t remember his full name) were great and super informative. I would definitely recommend this!
The experience was great!...
Justin Y,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was great! Time was maximized well and felt like we were seeing, learning, or exploring something excited the whole time (even in the car ride). Gabby was our tour guide and was excellent. Would recommend!
Extremely surreal
Thomas D,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I not only enjoyed the scenery but as enjoyable was the guide (Hawk), who was a wealth of knowledge on the creation of the ice caves, within the glacier. He also had two beautiful ravens following us for close up photos (less than a meter away)
10+ out of 10
Tara R,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hawk was not only a very knowledgeable tour guide about the ice caves and Iceland more generally, but he was so personable and extremely funny. The tour would have been 10/10 because the carves were so amazing but he made it 10+. I highly recommend this tour and ask for Hawk! Thanks Hawk (Sincerely, the Blackbelt Mom)
Phenomenal
Shana U,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Hawk was absolutely phenomenal! Super informative and knowledgeable, loved his fun attitude! Would recommend to anyone coming to Iceland!
Great tour and Great Guide
Departure52780021040,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Aunt and I took the tour with the very friendly Beda and it was a great experience from start to finish. Beda was very knowledgeable and informed the touring party along the route to the glacier and caves, all about the history of them and how they were formed. The tour itself opened our eyes to an incredible landscape, and again Beda answered any questions gladly throughout. Would highly recommend the tour!
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