Treasure Iceland - Ice Cave Discovery
Overview
Ice Cave tour to Vatnajökull, Iceland´s largest glacier: In the incredible surroundings of the glacier lagoon and the biggest glacier in Europe, this tour has it all: glacier hike, super jeep ride, and magical blue ice cave; the tour takes you into a remote ice cave in the Vatnajokull icecap, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the unique atmosphere of a crystal blue ice cave and the intense, beautiful blue color inside.
We meet at Jökulsárlón (Glacier Lagoon) and drive in a jeep for about thirty minutes to where we begin the hike. Then, the walk to the ice cave takes about one to one-and-a-half hours. The hike leads through a rocky and uneven terrain of glacial moraine and onto the glacier itself.
We´ll have plenty of time on this tour and fewer people than usual. If you are a photographer who wants to capture the magic of the ice cave, this is a tour we recommend for you.
What's Included
- Ice axes (if needed)
- Crampons
- Use of helmet
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Clothing
Meeting Location
Jökulsárlón
781 Höfn í Hornafirði, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Meeting point and time: Jökulsárlón (Glacier Lagoon - GPS: 64°02'53.6"N 16°10'48.5"W), every day at 10.00 from November 1 to April 30.
After we meet at Jökulsárlón, we drive in a jeep for about thirty minutes to where we begin the hike.
After the jeep ride, we hike through the beautiful, rocky terrain of glacial moraine for about one to one-and-a-half hours.
Our professional, English speaking, guides will then lead you into a remote, magical, blue ice cave.
After that, we hike back to the jeep and head back to the Glacier Lagoon.
Necessary Equipment (What to bring):
Hiking boots with ankle support and warm socks
Good, warm hiking clothes (fleece, wool, wind, and waterproof jacket and trousers)
Hat, gloves
Bring: Water bottle, lunch (energy-rich, like chocolate)
Camera
Included:
Professional Guidance
Crampons
Helmet
Ice axes (if needed)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Treasure Iceland – Ice Cave Discovery?
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Activity code: C-110028P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Ice axes (if needed).
- Crampons.
- Use of helmet.
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Lunch.
- Clothing.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Treasure Iceland - Ice Cave Discovery is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Treasure Iceland – Ice Cave Discovery will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Ice axes (if needed)
- Crampons
- Use of helmet
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Clothing
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
