Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visit this truly unique Ice Cave underneath Katla volcano also known as the "Dragon Glass" Ice Cave. Witness the breathtaking combination of fire and ice inside one of the rarest natural phenomenon. Join us on a Super Jeep up to the glacier, driving through scenic views of what looks like Moss Wonderland. Once you enter a natural ice cave. You'll feel like you are take a sneek peek into the highlands as you enjoy the ride all the way inside the country admiring the majestic mountains and fields of moss.
Inclusions
What's included
- Certified Glacier Guide
- Visit to a Natural Ice Cave
- Scenic Landscapes
- All Safety Ice Cave Equipment: Crampons and Helmet
- Stunning Ride on a Super Jeep into the country
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
- Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
- 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)
Itinerary
The view inside the Ice Cave is truly spectacular the combination of the colors of the ice, you will get the chance to see some amazing black ice as well as some blue ice features. The Katla Ice Cave is truly unique. The ice cave is located in Kötlujökull Glacier which is an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull Glacier. Underneath the glacier waits the mighty volcano Katla where the both the glacier and the ice cave takes their name from. The tour departs from the village of Vík where you will hop on a Super Jeep that takes you up to the ice cave. There you will put on crampons and a helmet to prepare you to walk inside the natural ice cave. Your expert guide will inform you all about the glacier and how the ice cave is formed by mother nature. - Driving time to Vík from Reykjavík is around 2 hours and 30 minutes in good road conditions. Please note that if you arrive after departure time, your place on the tour can't be guaranteed or refunded.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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2I felt mislead.
Should know it takes 45 minutes to get to the glacier and an additional 15 minute walk with crampons. Folks having had knee replacement surgery may make a different choice. Travelers should know Katla ice cave is better identified as an indention with blue ice. Photos on web site not indicative of current state.
5Unforgettable Ice Cave Tour
Had an amazing time and Hawk was an awesome guide - he mixed in geological information with the history of Iceland and Vik, along with great tunes on the ride. Didn’t even need to rent large boots - our Keens hiking shoes worked great with the crampons.
5BOOK it now guys, thank me later!
Fantastic experience, really organised and very fun! Our guide Hawk (can’t say his real name in Icelandic) was incredible, brains and beauty!!! Highly experienced very informative and really funny! We felt very lucky to have him as our guide and would definite recommend the tour too, small group easy walk and very beautiful to be on the glacier.
3Not as expected
Disappointed. I have a bad back and I asked how difficult it was to get to the cave and the person said it was easy just a ride there was rough. Easy? It was a 45 minute to an hour hike up a hill on uneven terrain. I got up halfway I couldn’t make it any further. Told Ari, the guy that I had to go back down I went back down by myself a lot of the planks were broken, so went off the path and ended up into the quicksand or whatever it is down about 10 inches on one leg You should really tell people when there’s a dee climb like that. My friend was disappointed because the cave was almost melted. Big waste of money for me.
5A Must Do Tour!
The answer is yes, yes the Ice Cave by Katla Volcano is definitely worth visiting! We would say that the entire experience from the jeep ride to walking up to the glacier and taking in the stunning scenery makes the excursion worth it. Plus our guide, Hawk, was fantastic. He was funny and extremely knowledgeable. We enjoyed learning more about the glacier & the whole volcanic area. We also never felt rushed and he took great pics, too. In addition, we really enjoyed his music selection for the roundtrip drive! This is a tour that is a definite must if you are in Vik! It's also nice to leave the driving in capable hands!
5A Definite Must Tour!
The answer is yes, yes the Ice Cave by Katla Volcano is definitely worth visiting! We would say that the entire experience from the jeep ride to walking up to the glacier and taking in the stunning scenery makes the excursion worth it. Plus our guide, Hawk, was fantastic!! He was funny and extremely knowledgeable. We enjoyed learning more about the glacier & the whole volcanic area. We also never felt rushed and he took great pics, too. In addition, we really enjoyed his music selection for the roundtrip drive! This is a tour that is a definite must if you are in Vik! It's also nice to leave the driving in capable hands!
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is at the lobby of Vikinn Hotel in Vik. You can also look up "Troll.is Katla Ice Cave" on Google Map for the exact location and directions. Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before your departure time to meet our guides.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 13 travellers
- Operated by
- Troll Expeditions
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- What to bring: Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, head-wear and gloves.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
- Minimum age is 8 years
How it compares in Vík
- Its from-price is 28% below the median of the 97 experiences we list in Vík.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 97.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Vík
Vík í Mýrdal is a small village on Iceland's south coast beside black sand, sea stacks and puffin cliffs, with a glacier-capped volcano above.
Vík í Mýrdal is the southernmost village on the Icelandic mainland, set on a green slope above a long beach, with a small red-roofed church on the hill. The Mýrdalsjökull ice cap, which covers the Katla volcano, fills the horizon to the north, and the sea stacks of Reynisdrangar rise out of the water off the beach.
Top-ranked sights in Vík: Reynisfjara Beach, Sólheimajökull Glacier, Mýrdalsjökull Glacier.
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