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Vatnajökull Glacier: 3-Hour Natural Blue Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón
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286 Ratings
Höfn í Hornafirði
Embark on a 3-4 hour journey from the Glacier Lagoon-Jökulsárlón cafeteria, where you can marvel at the stunning array of blue hues and the natural treasures that await!
Embark on a 3-4 hour journey from the Glacier Lagoon-Jökulsárlón cafeteria, where you can marvel at the stunning array of blue hues and the natural treasures that await!
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Jökulsárlón - THE TOUR
Begin your adventure by meeting your guide and boarding one of Iceland’s largest custom-made super jeeps! The journey starts from Glacier Lagoon, with a 40-minute drive towards Breiðamerkurjökull, a glacial tongue extending from Vatnajökull. During the drive, your guide will share intriguing insights about the formation of…
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Jökulsárlón - THE TOUR
Begin your adventure by meeting your guide and boarding one of Iceland’s largest custom-made super jeeps! The journey starts from Glacier Lagoon, with a 40-minute drive towards Breiðamerkurjökull, a glacial tongue extending from Vatnajökull. During the drive, your guide will share intriguing insights about the formation of ice caves, glaciers, volcanoes, and the local culture.
The caves visited are entirely natural, continuously forming and evolving with the seasons and weather conditions. Therefore, the cave explored will depend on the conditions on the day of the tour. Participants may find themselves at the glacier’s edge or may need to hike a short distance (500-700m) on the glacier to reach the cave. The walking distance on the tour varies between 1-4 km, so all participants should be in good health and comfortable with walking.
Before entering the cave, the guide will provide a safety briefing and equip participants with helmets and crampons/micro spikes if necessary. Each tour is unique due to the ever-changing nature of the glaciers and caves. Participants will witness a variety of stunning ice formations and colors, ranging from brilliant blue to emerald green and even striking black ice.
What's Included
- Explore a natural ice cave in Vatnajokull
- Travel in style with a Super Jeep tour
- Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Expert guidance from our driverguide
- Safety gear provided, including helmet and crampons
- Explore a natural ice cave in Vatnajokull
- Travel in style with a Super Jeep tour
- Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Expert guidance from our driverguide
- Safety gear provided, including helmet and crampons
What's Not Included
- Hiking shoes /Rainwear / Warm clothes / Gloves
- Camera
- Food and drinks
- Hiking shoes /Rainwear / Warm clothes / Gloves
- Camera
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Pick up starts 10 minutes before departure
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Dress code: waterproof and/or warm clothing; warm socks and hiking shoes or boots.
- We do not recommend to drive all the way from Reykjavík (370km) the same day of the tour
- Maximum capacity per car 15 people
- Possibility of tour in other…
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Pick up starts 10 minutes before departure
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Dress code: waterproof and/or warm clothing; warm socks and hiking shoes or boots.
- We do not recommend to drive all the way from Reykjavík (370km) the same day of the tour
- Maximum capacity per car 15 people
- Possibility of tour in other languages upon request (Spanish, Italian, Icelandic, Polish)
- Departs from Jökulsárlón
- No hotel pick up/drop off
Location
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Tours and Cafe
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(286 Ratings)
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Amamro
Apr 28, 2025
recommended - beautiful experience with the guide Xavier very nice and very prepared, expert guide who answered all our questions. Super recommended
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Umbertom181
Apr 27, 2025
Amazing - Amazing experience
Our guide Iga was super fun and captivating
No delays, no issues, everything was even better than advertised
(And the cave, of course, was amazing)
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Explorer12253278998
Apr 27, 2025
Interesting and great experience. - Interesting and great experience. Our guide iga was knowledgeable and patient with our questions. She was very helpful and ensure we were safe
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X4221ibfrancescom
Apr 22, 2025
Amazing experience - Fantastic experience to do at least once in a lifetime! Our guide, Javier was very knowledgeable and engaging. He'll even take some crazy pictures of you:)
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Christine_r
Apr 19, 2025
Loved it! - We had a fantastic experience on this blue ice cave tour. I wish I could remember our guide’s name, but she was terrific. Knowledgeable, kind, careful, and fun! She brought a spiritual element to the tour, which was appreciated.
My only strong recommendation to the tour company is to give clear instructions on where to meet up as a group.
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U4518qtantonioc
Apr 16, 2025
Fabulous - Excellent experience. Stunning place. “Svan” (the guide) excellent, extremely well prepared, attentive and fun.
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Johannamn8666tg
Mar 17, 2025
Review for Ice Explorers – Blue Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón - I had the most incredible experience with Ice Explorers on their Blue Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón. From start to finish, everything was seamless, professional, and absolutely breathtaking.
Booking was straightforward, and the meeting point was easy to find. The team was organized and timely, ensuring everything ran smoothly. We were provided with crampons, which made walking on the ice easy and safe. The vehicle ride to the cave was an adventure in itself, taking us across stunning glacial landscapes.
Our guide, Guillermo, was outstanding—knowledgeable, warm, and truly passionate about what he does. He took the time to explain the formation of the ice caves, answered all our questions, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and safe. His kindness and enthusiasm made the experience even more special.
The Blue Ice Cave itself was out of this world—a surreal, shimmering, frozen wonderland that felt like stepping into another dimension. The shades of blue were mesmerizing, and we had plenty of time to take in the beauty and capture photos.
Safety was a top priority throughout, and I felt completely at ease. The team’s expertise and professionalism were evident at every step.
If you’re in Iceland, this tour is an absolute must! Ice Explorers exceeded all my expectations, and I would 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
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Elena_c
Mar 15, 2025
Guillermo was a lovely... - Guillermo was a lovely host—-knowledgeable, kind, set up rock walking trail for us to enter a cave without getting wet. We got to explore 2 stunning caves! Incredible experience—highly recommend
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Filomenap826
Apr 29, 2025
Unforgettable Ice Cave Tour with a Great Guide! - I really enjoyed it. A glacier is always something majestic, and I want to thank our guide for making us feel safe inside the cave we visited, and for always taking the time to answer our questions and explain everything clearly. I must admit, I was expecting the cave to be inside the glacier itself, but I understand that the one we visited was likely the best and safest option for the season. Just a small suggestion: in cases like this, maybe consider passing close to the glacier, even if just to touch it. I know it might sound silly, but for someone who has never seen a glacier up close, that feeling still lingers. But overall, congratulations on the experience!
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Lisa_k
Mar 25, 2025
Blue Cave was only Ok - I rate this tour as 2.5 stars. Positives: The tour guides were organized and knowledgeable about the glacier. They took great photos inside the cave for all the groups. It was cool to realize you were in an actual cave made of ice.
Negatives: There wasn:t much to the tour. You drove for 40 minutes in a jeep and walked for about 15 minutes to the glacier. Then you put on crampons and walked another 5 minutes on the actual glacier into the cave. The cave was small, so there wasn't much to explore. Although the photos are gorgeous and vibrant blue, in person it's only kind of blue.
We got exactly what we paid for, but it was kind of boring. The photos definitely make it look cooler than it is.
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