S
Very nice tour guide,...
Very nice tour guide, smooth trek, but misleading photos/ info. Wish there was a bit of a warning about the ice cave coloring (black ice vs blue transparent). But enjoyed the experience regardless.
Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $188 / person
- Location
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 291 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Glacier Trips
- Meeting point
- 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.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:45 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 17–65)
- $188
- Youth (ages 13–16)
- $188
In demand: 31 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatnajokull Glacier
The Vatnajökull Glacier tour lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on weather conditions and cave location. Each ice cave is naturally formed, so their shape and position change with the seasons. Your safety is the top priority. Guides carefully select the best and safest ice cave for each tour. The drive and hike to the cave may vary daily based on accessibility and weather.
Jokulsarlon
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore a stunning ice cave within Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe. If you're looking to capture or photograph the brilliant blue crystal colors of the ice, this experience is highly recommended. On the way from Jökulsárlón, you may witness breathtaking glacier landscapes, snow-covered mountains, and sweeping views of Iceland’s dramatic south coast.
Diamond Beach
On the short drive between Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glacier, we pass by Diamond Beach (Fellsfjara) — a black sand beach where icebergs from the lagoon wash ashore and glitter against the dark volcanic sand.
What's included
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)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
291 reviews
How it compares in Reykjavik
- Starting price $188 is 37% above the typical $137 for tours of similar length in Reykjavik
Excurgo comparison of 1,571 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón take?
Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón cost?
Prices start at $188 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:45 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
Does Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón sell out?
It can: 31 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Small-Group Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 291 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Glacier Trips.
Reviews(291)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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6-hour experience exceeded our expectations
What a fantastic day! After several days of rain, the sun finally came out, making our Blue Ice Cave adventure even more magical. A huge thank you to our guide, Harvie. He was patient, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. He shared lots of interesting information, looked after everyone in the group, and made us feel safe and comfortable throughout the tour. The entire 6-hour experience exceeded our expectations and was one of the highlights of our Iceland trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a better day. Highly recommend this tour and especially Harvie!
V
Great experience, highly recommended!
Truly magical experience with otherworldly lighting and formations. Our pictures came out amazing!
T
Great recommendation, very worth seeing
Relatively easy tour. In the caves it was wet in April with some puddles - sturdy and dense footwear recommended. Spikes and a helmet were provided by the guide and were very helpful. We were on the road for a good 2 hours and had plenty of time to photograph. The guide adapted to our pace, put a lot of effort into the photos and was helpful. Since we were very fast, we looked at more caves.
P
Fantastic
INCREDIBLE, felt like being in space, and the guide was great, wish we had done an even longer tour.
S
Family Tour
Amazing tour! Amazing tour guide Alex, who even included awesome pictures which he took from us. Also very good guide with kids. All off the approximately 199 questions were patiently answered. We went with kids and grandparents and highly recommend the tour! Thanks again!
E
Not current 2026 photos
The ice changes every year. So you are not going to a place that looks like these photos at alll (at least for 2026). The guide was great, but the first thing they tell you when you get to the ice and you won’t see any large caves like you see in their photos of the tour. So they are well aware it is misrepresented. I’ve never been on a trip through Viator that has had such misleading photos/expectations given. That being said, I still would have gone to see the small ice caves that are there. Just not a fan of the misrepresentation. If the photo were accurate it would have been 5/5 stars.
S
Good way to see the glacier and ice caves
You can only access the glacier with a certified operator, so this was our option to go. The drive was fascinating in itself and it was fun to see the ice caves. It would have been nice with a little more info and tour guiding
S
Small group, amazing tour
We had a very nice tour with our guide Alex. It is not one big cave, but a couple of smaler ones, which was nevertheless amazing. There are a whole lot of companies doing the exact same tour. - I loved "Glacier Trips" because they're only doing small groups. We were 10, which was perfect! Thanks again for the great experience!
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Ice ice baby
Our tour guide was so fun and knowledgeable. We were lucky it was good weather and less crowded. He was very adamant to make sure everyone gets a turn in each area and not one person hogging it for pictures. Everyone had reasonable timing for each section to admire and take photos. Spikes for the shoes were provided and the ride to the glacier wasn’t long
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