Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the magic of Iceland on a thrilling ice cave tour inside Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. This 2.5- to 3-hour guided adventure takes you deep into crystal-blue ice formations, offering unforgettable photo opportunities and expert insight into glacial geology. Departing from Hólmur, this tour is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a unique Arctic experience. Book your Vatnajökull Ice Cave Tour today and explore one of Iceland’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Due to the popularity of the ice caves, you can expect groups from other companies inside the cave at the same time as our groups. Be sure to look at your email and phone the day before the tour. There can always be last minutes change due to weather or other uncontrollable conditions. If the Ice cave is not accessible due to some reasons, we always offer alternatives, refunding price difference between activities. Please be advised that this tour starts from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vatnajokull Glacier
The Vatnajökull Glacier tour lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on weather conditions and cave location. Each ice cave is naturally formed, so their shape and position change with the seasons. Your safety is the top priority. Guides carefully select the best and safest ice cave for each tour. The drive and hike to the cave may vary daily based on accessibility and weather.
Jokulsarlon
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore a stunning ice cave within Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. If you're looking to capture or photograph the brilliant blue crystal colors of the ice, this experience is highly recommended. On the way from Jökulsárlón, you may witness breathtaking glacier landscapes, snow-covered mountains, and sweeping views of Iceland’s dramatic south coast.
What‘s Included
Helmets, crampons, headlights
All Fees and Taxes
Professional Tour Guide/Driver
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Clothing/Shoes
Meals
Beverages
Gratuities (Optional)
Options
Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón
Reviews
266 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top local expérience
arnaudgF832XN,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super expérience with Laura and « Foulzy »(Mr paradise); going with them was so easy and they make you feel like we knew each other’s for years! I will Highly recommend !
Great.
R1017FZnathalieg,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Laura and fulzy (sorry for the spelling). A guide and a perfect driver to make you discover this magic of ice caves with their history. We recommend 100%
Great!
Lisa Marie B,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful ice cave tour in a small group - we were yesterday on the glacier for a good 2 hours with Laura and a small group. The tour was super organized, relaxed, authentic and will stay with us for a very long time. Laura has taken great photos of us as a reminder, absolute recommendation!
First time on the glacier
895jacekr,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was wonderful, the views were beautiful, and the guide was wonderful, even with my limited English. Everything was understandable and explained wonderfully. I highly recommend it. I love small, local businesses like this; they're great. I highly recommend it!
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Tour Into Blue Ice
elsaswang,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best tour I’ve ever had. We booked the 6-hour Blue Ice Cave tour. Although the weather was very bad that day, our tour guide, Steinar, was extremely considerate and did his best to adjust the route so we could still visit several blue ice caves under relatively safer conditions. Steinar gave clear and thorough explanations of the safety rules and constantly looked out for everyone during the glacier hike, which made us feel very safe and well cared for. His professionalism and responsibility truly stood out. I would highly recommend this tour. Hiking on the glacier and exploring the blue ice caves was an extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime experience, and it made me truly appreciate how incredible and powerful our Earth is.
Amazing, beautiful experience! Excellent guide!
Blake K,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience! It's the 3rd time I've been to Iceland and the first time I've been able to do an ice cave tour, due to rain. It did not disappoint! Our guide Laura was WONDERFUL and explained the ice caves well. Apparently most people expect massive caves you can walk through, but they vary greatly every season due to rain and melting. They have to seek out new, safe caves every few weeks to take tourists through. We had an excellent time navigating some of the new ones with Laura's help, and got some amazing photos. Would go again! Thanks Laura! :)
Unforgettable Dream Glacier Hike and Ice Cave
andreyan2026,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00WOWOWOWOW!! Absolutely unforgettable experience that I cannot recommend enough! Stefan was an amazing guide! He taught us so much about the local area, geology, and glacier, which only enhanced the already stellar experience of hiking on the glacier. The landscape was surreal and incredibly beautiful- we'd never seen anything like it! Run, don't walk, to sign up for this experience!
Exceeded expectations.
Emily B,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This small group cave tour was definitely a 5 out of 5 experience. Highly recommend. Our tour guide, Laura, was informative, funny, and very knowledgeable about the glacier and ice caves in general. The small group allowed for a more personal experience. So glad we took this tour.
This was truly an amazing...
Jen T,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was truly an amazing experience, from the ride over to the glacier, the walking to the ice caves and then the experience of being inside them! The guides where really great, a good laugh and made the trip really memorable! Thank you
Otherworldly
Jennifer Z,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was wonderful. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, engaging and entertaining! We would do again!
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