The Original Ice Cave Tour in Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- 2–4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Blue Ice & Glacier Hikes from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Explore natural blue ice on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on this guided small-group adventure. Travel by 4x4 towards Breiðamerkurjökull before stepping onto the ice for a glacier hike to the best blue ice formation of the day—whether a cave, tunnel, or canyon. Join Local Guide for the ultimate flexibility. Each tour is unique. Our certified glacier guides assess conditions daily to select the safest and most impressive features, often accessing less crowded areas while maintaining the highest safety standards. Expect a 2.5–4 hour experience including up to 5.5 km of hiking, with stunning views of the surrounding glacier. No previous experience is needed, but a reasonable fitness level is required. Ice caves are natural and constantly changing, so locations and features vary. This ensures an authentic, safe, and unforgettable glacier experience. Join us on the best accessible blue ice experiences in Iceland.
Inclusions
What's included
- 4x4 modified vehicle transfer
- Small group tour
- Spikes and Helmet
- Supporting a Small Local Company
- Local and Professional Glacier Guide
- Carbon Neutralised Tour
- Visit to the Ice Cave / Blue glacier feature
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Parking fee at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Hiking boots are available to rent at extra cost per pair of shoes
Itinerary
We will meet you in the main parking lot of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. You will be fitted to the safety equipment that is included on your tour. We recommend wearing warm and comfortable outdoor clothing to keep dry in the always changing Icelandic winter weather. Please be at our 4x4 at least 15 minutes prior to the departure. Embark on the adventure in a 4x4 vehicle to the base of the glacier that is an adventure in itself. From there we hike 5-20 minutes up to the Ice Cave on uneven ground. As the glacier is always changing, the most beautiful and safest Ice Cave will be chosen depending on the conditions of each day. The Ice Caves range between 30-70 meters. You can expect other groups in the same area. With plenty of time for exploration, photos, and learning about glacial history from your guide, this will be an experience you’ll never forget. Explore the most stunning, naturally shaped, blue Ice Cave with us! For recent photos and updates, follow @localguide on Instagram.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 204 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Go!
Every bit enjoyable. Guide attentive and knowledgeable. Hiking atop an icy glacier took some getting used to but very doable with the foot clampons provided. Wear waterproof everything! Don’t forget waterproof gloves!!
5The once in a lifetime experience
What an adventure. I highly recommand Local Guide. Our guide was awesome. Since the caves weren't as extraordinary as usual, Mike took the time with our small group (about 11 people) and brought us to two small caves, we had a nice hike on the glacier. He taught us a lot about the region. The tour that was expected to last 3 to 4 hours lasted 5 hours. That was definitely a great experience
5Amazing tour and amazing guide! 5 out of 5 stars ⭐️
This is a must-do activity in Iceland—truly unforgettable! Don’t think twice about booking it, just be sure to plan ahead since it’s about a five-hour drive from Reykjavík. Make sure to pin the address on Google Maps before you go like the instructions state on their page. There is a parking fee, but it’s valid until midnight, and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful views before heading off on this incredible adventure. Our tour guide, Michal, was friendly, knowledgeable, and fun. I felt completely safe despite the weather conditions, which made the experience even more enjoyable. It was also great to support a small, locally owned business. The small group size made the tour feel personal and special. Michal is such an an amazing guide!! This is absolutely a bucket-list experience! Thank you so much again!
5Great experience and the...
Great experience and the tour guys are amazing, thanks for the help with booking a last minute spot. I will remember this adventure always
5Great glacier experience!
Hiking the glacier was a really cool experience! Our guide was from Greece and although she was very sweet she didn’t share much knowledge of the glacier or history. It didn’t diminish our great time and the amazing ice tunnels we walked through.
5Do not miss this one
Beautiful caves, we saw four and hiked the glacier while walking from cave to cave. Takes about 3 hours and they are very well organised. Timely, proffessional and our guide Mika was great. He is full of stories just ask a question and he goes on. May seem pricey but this one is worth that price.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon (next to Diamond Beach) 370 km east of Reykjavík on Highway 1 (the Ring Road) Google Maps: Jökulsárlón parking Our meeting location is by the bus parking area at the main parking lot, where our cars marked with Local Guide will be parked.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Local Guide of Vatnajokull
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Please come in warm and waterproof clothing and good hiking boots.
- Your safety is of the utmost importance. Ice Cave tours are weather dependent. Sometimes tours have to be cancelled with short notice due to weather conditions or safety concerns or. After periods of adverse weather, the caves can become flooded or unsafe to enter. If this happens we will always do our best to offer an alternative such as a glacier hike if weather conditions allow, however if this is not suitable we will also always offer a full refund.
How it compares in Höfn
- Its from-price is 25% below the median of the 31 experiences we list in Höfn.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 31.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Höfn
Höfn is a small fishing town in south-east Iceland, set between a glacier-fed lagoon and mountains, and known for its langoustine.
Höfn stands on a low peninsula in south-east Iceland, with the broad white dome of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest ice cap by volume, rising beyond the lagoon and a ring of glacier tongues. The town is built around a busy harbour, and its name simply means harbour. Black sand, birds and wide skies surround it, and the Ring Road passes through, more than 450 kilometres from Reykjavík.
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