Crystal Ice Cave Adventure

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Summary

Meet your guide at Glacier Adventures headquarters in Hali, located 8 miles (13 km) east of Jökulsárlón. Set off for Vatnajökull glacier in the morning or afternoon, depending on the departure time selected at booking.  Driving to the location can take 25–45 minutes, based on the best ice cave available, a determination made according to safety and weather conditions. Your guide has local knowledge of the geological features of the region and hunts for ice caves to include on outdoor adventures each season. During the Jeep ride, learn how ice caves are formed and hear about the area's history. Upon reaching your destination, it's anywhere from a 5- to 60-minute hike to the cave over some gravel, ice, and other Icelandic terrain. If necessary, your guide will help you use the provided helmet, ice axe, harness, and crampons. Soak up an unforgettable experience as you marvel at the magnificent surroundings inside an ice cave, including plenty of photo ops. Your tour may last between 2.5–5 hours with return 4WD transport to the starting point.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

In this ice cave tour you will experience a unique ice cave in the wonders of Vatnajökull glacier, Europe's largest ice cap. The tour is intended for those who want to visit an ice cave, get great photo opportunities and an unforgettable experience.

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What’s included?

  • Helmet

  • Ice axe, harness and crampons if needed

  • Guided tour with a local

  • Super jeep ride

  • Good shoes or hiking boots

  • Good clothing based on weather. 3 layers on top: base layer, light sweater like fleece and water or windproof top. Light warm pants and waterproof if needed.

  • Thin had and gloves

  • Camera (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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Glacier Adventure

About operator:

Glacier Adventure is owned by a local family from Hali, 12 km from Glacier Lagoon. Our goal is to share our love and knowledge of the region with our clients and to safely introduce them to some of Iceland´s most stunning sights. All our trips start at Hali Country Hotel reception, where your guide drives you away from the crowds and off the beaten path where you can breathe in the fresh Icelandic air. Do you want to walk on the biggest glacier in Europe or visit our ice caves or something else related to the glacier? We provide a local guide service in the Vatnajökull National Park area, located in Hali, a farm close to Jökulsárlón. Glacier Adventure offers Ice Cave tours, Glacier Walk, Ice Climbing, Super Jeep tours and customized tours.

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