Glacial Mysteries Unveiled: The Ultimate Glacier Cave & Walk Experience
Join our certified guides for a thrilling exploration of vibrant blue ice caves and intricate tunnels shaped by glacial movement. Experience the serene beauty of this dynamic landscape and finish the tour with stunning views of the lowlands and Atlantic Ocean.
Your adventure begins with a meeting with our highly trained and certified glacier guides. Here, you'll be equipped with essential glacier gear, including an ice axe, spikes, and a helmet, to ensure your safety and comfort during the expedition.
As we head onto the glacier, your guide will share insights into the formation of these icy giants. The highlight of the tour is the exploration of naturally formed ice caves and tunnels, a mesmerising experience where meltwater pathways have left behind ethereal ice structures.
Within the ice cave, you'll have ample opportunity to capture the beauty of their vivid blue hues and their tranquil atmosphere. The contrast of the melting ice against the serene environment offers a spectacle like no other.
After marvelling at the interior wonders, we ascend back to the glacier's surface. The journey continues as your guide navigates through the dynamic glacial landscape and its crevasses, offering a fascinating glimpse into the ever-changing world of ice.
The tour concludes with a breathtaking view encompassing lowlands and a sandy beach stretching towards the Atlantic Ocean. It's a fitting end to an unforgettable day of glacial exploration.
Please note that ice caves are naturally occurring and subject to change based on weather conditions. We prioritize your safety, and in certain circumstances, tours may be altered or cancelled on short notice. In such cases, we strive to provide alternative tour options whenever possible.
- Availability
- Fall, Winter & Spring
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Minimum age
- 10
- Meeting Point
- Skaftafell Base Camp
TourID: SKF01
Activity provider: Icelandic Mountain Guides by Icelandia
Skaftafell Base Camp
Need to know
Bring with you some warm clothing, rain gear, hiking boots and energy bars. Boots and rain gear can be rented at the Base Camp. Check our equipment list for details.
- Flexible Cancellation
- No Booking Fees
Tour itinerary
What’s included and what to bring on this tour
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See full equipment listIncluded
- Guiding
- glacier gear
- safety equipment
Not included
- Rain gear
- Hiking boots
- Warm clothing
- Snacks
Tour highlights
Are you wondering about something?
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Some meeting points don't have traditional addresses as they are parking lots or or mountain base camps in remote areas or, but you can always find these locations on Google Maps and see directions on the map above.
Before we head to the glacier for the tour, we need to get everyone fitted with the equipment (protective overalls, helmets and goggles for snowmobile tours, crampons and harnesses for glacier hikes, dry suit for kayak touts, etc.). Some equipment needs to be adjusted to each person's, so people must arrive 30 minutes before so everyone is ready at the departure time.
We always recommend booking as soon as you are ready, especially if you have a strict travel schedule or a large group. Changing or cancelling your tour is easy and free of charge until 24 hours before departure by emailing us (info@mountainguides.is). Tours can also be purchased on the day of as long as spaces are available.
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