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Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón

4.8(298)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 298 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Glacier Trips
Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón

About this activity

Iceland's most photographed ice caves — without the all-day commitment. Step inside Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier, and walk among naturally formed crystal-blue ice formations on a guided 2.5-hour tour from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

Small-group size — maximum 12 travelers — so you have space for photos and personal attention from your guide.

All Glacier Trips guides are AIMG-certified (Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides) and Wilderness First Responders (WFR). You're on the ice with trained professionals — not part-time tour guides.

Our local guides — Laura, Stefan, Sindri and others based in Höfn — are named by name in over 100 five-star Viator reviews. Each morning we read the conditions and pick the best, quietest cave for the day.

All technical safety gear — helmets, crampons, headlights — is included. A photographer-friendly pace, hand-picked for ice cave first-timers.

What's included

  • ✓Helmets, crampons, headlights
  • ✓All Fees and Taxes
  • ✓Professional Tour Guide/Driver

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • ✕Clothing/Shoes
  • ✕Meals
  • ✕Beverages
  • ✕Gratuities (Optional)

Meeting and pickup

  • Look for our Super Jeeps with the Glacier Trips logo at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon's main south parking lot — by the gift shop, café and outdoor WC. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Can't find us? Call +354 779 2919. GPS: 64.045711, -16.182454.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Due to the popularity of the ice caves, you can expect groups from other companies inside the cave at the same time as our groups. Be sure to look at your email and phone the day before the tour. There can always be last minutes change due to weather or other uncontrollable conditions. If the Ice cave is not accessible due to some reasons, we always offer alternatives, refunding price difference between activities. Please be advised that this tour starts from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

Cancellation policy

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

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