Ice Cave Tour

4 Hours Round trip from Jökulsárlón Parking Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Guided ice cave tour on Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull
  • 02 Explore naturally formed blue ice features that change throughout the winter
  • 03 Travel from base to the glacier in a 4x4 vehicle
  • 04 Safety equipment including microspikes or crampons is provided
  • 05 Depart from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon near Diamond Beach
  • 06 Experience one of Vatnajökull National Park’s most accessible half-day winter adventures

Explore the striking blue ice formations of Vatnajökull on this guided ice cave adventure from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Reached via a glacier walk and a 4x4 transfer from base, this winter experience takes you onto Breiðamerkurjökull, where naturally formed ice features create a dramatic and ever-changing landscape.

Because ice caves are shaped by weather and glacier conditions, every departure is unique. Your guide will choose the safest and most scenic route of the day, and depending on conditions, you may visit one to three blue ice features. With glacier safety gear provided and expert guidance throughout, this is a memorable way to experience one of Iceland’s most remarkable natural wonders.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Reykjavik, East Iceland, Jökulsárlón
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

In winter please consider the weather conditions and arrive 20-25 minutes before your scheduled departure.

The Local Guide base is at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon (next to the Diamond Beach). It is located 370km east of Reykjavík, by the main highway road number 1. When driving the ring road you will see a big lagoon with floating icebergs, we are there at the main parking lot next to the cafeteria. We have our well marked, transportation vehicle parked at the

bus parking lot, where you will meet our guide.

Google maps: Jökulsárlón, Glacier Lagoon or Diamond Beach 

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The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Jökulsárlón Parking 3 cities · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Local Ice Cave Guide
  • Any safety glacier gear needed for the tour
  • 4x4 ride from our base to the glacier

What's Not Included

  • Refreshments are not included in the tour,
  • hiking boots can be rented on location for a fee,

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Jökulsárlón Parking, Jökulsárlón, hornafjordur
Tour start
Jökulsárlón Parking, Jökulsárlón, hornafjordur
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Jökulsárlón Parking.

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