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Vatnajökull Ice Cave and Glacier Exploration Tour from Jökulsárlón
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Vatnajökull Ice Cave and Glacier Exploration Tour from Jökulsárlón

by Ice Explorers

5 hours
Skaftafell
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5 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$495$550Save 10%
2 guests × $247.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 5-6 hour tour in Skaftafell starts near Jökulsárlón with a 30-minute off-road Super Jeep ride to the glacier area. After the ride, participants take a guided walk on Vatnajökull glacier and explore the deep blue ice caves formed within the glacier. The tour includes standing at the edge of the glacier wall, the largest in Iceland. The activity lasts about six hours including transport and on-glacier time. Crampons, helmets, and safety harnesses are provided for the glacier walk and ice cave exploration. Participants must wear warm, breathable, waterproof clothing and hiking boots with ankle support. Hiking boots, snacks, and additional clothing are not included but can be rented at the meeting point if needed. Group size is usually eight people; larger groups have an additional guide. The tour runs in all weather conditions and is not recommended for children under 15 years old.

Highlights

30-minute off-road Super Jeep ride
Guided walk on Vatnajökull glacier
Explore deep blue ice caves
Safety gear included: crampons, helmets, harnesses
Group size usually 8 people, extra guide if larger
Gear rental available at meeting point

What's included

Crampons, helmets, and safety harnesses

What's not included

Hiking boots, snacks, and clothing

Itinerary

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Glacier area

The tour includes a 30-minute off-road ride in a Super Jeep to the glacier area near Jökulsárlón. After the ride, participants spend the remaining time exploring the ice caves and walking on the Vatnajökull glacier. The total glacier and cave activity time is about six hours including transport.

360 min

Meeting point

We meet next to the cafeteria at the ticket office of Jökulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón, 781 Höfn í Hornafirði. Meeting point is next to our super-jeeps. Meeting time: 10.00 departure time: 10.30

End point

We meet next to the cafeteria at the ticket office of Jökulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón, 781 Höfn í Hornafirði. Meeting point is next to our super-jeeps. Meeting time: 10.00 departure time: 10.30

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–8 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
If the tour is fully booked, contact the operator directly at [email protected] for possible accommodations
Crampons fit shoe sizes EU 35–48 (approx. 22.5–31 cm); children must have feet within this range to participate
The tour operates in cold, windy, and rainy conditions; appropriate clothing is required and no refunds are given if unprepared
Participants must wear warm, breathable, waterproof clothing and hiking boots with ankle support
Rain pants, rain jackets, and hiking boots are available for rental at the meeting point; improper clothing may result in required rental or denied participation with applicable cancellation policy
Safety harness sizes adjust up to 126 cm
Not recommended for children under 15 years old
Total
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