Skaftafell Ice Caving & Glacier Hike: Experience the Wonders of the Vatnajökull Glacier

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to explore the wonders of the Vatnajökull Glacier. Hike up the glacier, enter a rare blue ice cave, and learn about ice formations with certified guides.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell - A glacier hike to an ice cave in Skaftafell, the hike is around 2,5 hours through amazing landscapes to reach a blue ice cave on the glacier, moderate difficulty
What's Included
  • Glacier Equipment: harness, helmet, crampons, and ice axe
  • Certified English-speaking glacier guide
  • Free Parking
  • Coffee and Chocolates
What's Not Included
  • Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
  • Food and drinks
  • 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)
Additional Information

Embark on this journey and explore the extraterrestrial attributes of a glacier. You will ascend an outlet of the Vatnajökull glacier, where you’ll be presented with a unique chance to step into a blue ice cave - an infrequent natural marvel found primarily in Iceland. Qualified glacier guides will share the details about ice structures and ensure your…

Location
Tröll Expeditions Skaftafell
Be at our meeting point 20 minutes before departure time. If you arrive after departure time your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded. Meeting point is at Troll Expeditions Skaftafell on Maps. Driving time from Reykjavik is around 4 hours and a half in good weather conditions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mark
Feb 23, 2026
Near perfect weather was the icing on the cake. - Great, humorous guides made me feel comfortable and safe. Walking on a glacier, going into an ice cave, seeing and walking in the amazing scenery: all of the experience was top notch.
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Hinalj2026
Feb 15, 2026
Incredible experience of Glacier hike and Ice cave tour with Troll expeditions. - We had enrolled for Glacier hike with icar cave tour for 3-4 hours. It was an incredible experience. Our tour guide Eric, was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and safety-conscious, helping confidently climb up and down tricky sections. He explained about glacier and ice cave formation and kept the pace comfortable. Made the trip fun and memorable. Highly recommend
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4bxthz2tzm
Feb 13, 2026
Wonderful experience.... - Wonderful experience. Fantastic tour guide Eric made the trip extra special. Amazing insight too the glaciers with great views
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838darion
Feb 5, 2026
Top! - Tommaso was really kind, knowledgeable, and explained everything to us in detail. Great!
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George_k
Dec 27, 2025
Worth the trouble!! - It’s 4-5 hours drive from Reykjavík, so plan accordingly. It’s cold ( we went Dec.26) so wear warm layers. They leave on time so don’t be late. Definitely worth it. Global warming is decimating these things SO JUST GO!
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Q298amalbertog
Nov 19, 2025
Experience of 10 on the glacier - It has been a very good experience, recommended 100% The tour is adapted to the moment you do it so they ensure you an authentic experience. You really walk inside a glacier, through its crevasses and caves. Maria was a great guide, super friendly and attentive with us.
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R7396vjalejandrom
Nov 19, 2025
Glacier tour - Maria has been our guide, and if the experience has already been incredible, with this beautiful landscape, she has put the icing on the cake. Recommended 100%, and even more if it is with her.
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Elia499
Nov 19, 2025
A Magical Adventure Beneath the Ice - An amazing experience from start to finish. The ice cave tour was absolutely breathtaking — truly one of those moments that leave you speechless. Everything was perfectly organized, and we enjoyed every second. A special thank you to María, who was incredibly attentive and made sure everything went smoothly. Thank you for making the whole experience so easy and unforgettable! Highly recommended. Iceland at its best.
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Stin121
Nov 17, 2025
Best part of our Iceland trip - Our guide Fabian was phenomenal! He was so knowledgeable so friendly. Really made this the best excursion we did in Iceland. Wish the cave had been bigger, but it was still amazing to go into. The glacier walk was phenomenal. Loved walking in the crevasses and learning how they rescue people.
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Nirav_k
Nov 15, 2025
Worth every penny. - Exactly what you’re looking for! Fabian was fantastic. From start to finish the views, fun, climb and education aspects were on point. You can’t go wrong with this one and they offer so many other activities I might to another site with them.
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