Discover the interior of Iceland’s second-largest glacier on this guided tour of the famous Langjökull ice tunnel. Departing from Húsafell, you’ll travel across the glacier in a specially modified vehicle built to handle the rugged icy terrain before reaching the entrance to the world’s largest man-made ice tunnel. The journey across the glacier itself offers incredible views of Iceland’s vast highland landscape.
"Into the Glacier" From Husafell
Summary Description
Highlights
- Explore the world’s largest man-made ice tunnel inside Langjökull glacier
- Ride across the glacier in a specially modified 8-wheel glacier vehicle
- Walk through illuminated blue ice corridors deep inside the glacier
- Learn about glacier formation and Iceland’s glacial history from an expert guide
- Visit the unique glacier chapel carved into the ice
Description
Discover the interior of Iceland’s second-largest glacier on this guided tour of the famous Langjökull ice tunnel. Departing from Húsafell, you’ll travel across the glacier in a specially modified vehicle built to handle the rugged icy terrain before reaching the entrance to the world’s largest man-made ice tunnel. The journey across the glacier itself offers incredible views of Iceland’s vast highland landscape.
Step inside the glacier and explore a network of illuminated ice corridors carved deep within the ice cap. Walk through shimmering blue ice walls, learn about glacier formation and the changing environment of Langjökull, and visit the unique glacier chapel carved into the ice. This accessible glacier experience in West Iceland offers a rare opportunity to safely explore the inside of a glacier year-round.
Included / Excluded
- Guided glacier tour inside Langjökull ice tunnel
- Transportation on a specially modified glacier vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance to the ice tunnel
- Necessary safety equipment
- Meals and personal expenses
- Transportation to Húsafell
- Food and drinks
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Húsafell Activity Center, Húsafell, Iceland
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This tour departs from Húsafell in West Iceland, approximately a 2-hour drive from Reykjavík.
- The experience includes travel on Langjökull glacier and a guided walk inside the ice tunnel.
- Dress warmly in layers, as temperatures inside the glacier are consistently cold.
- Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
- Bring sunglasses to protect your eyes from the bright snow and ice reflections.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| Standard Ticket | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 64 years) | N/A |
| Child (5 - 11 years) | N/A |
About operator:
Arctic Adventures is an Icelandic adventure and activity company. We are a bunch of outdoor and adventure fanatics committed to the mission of mixing business and adventure! With an emphasis on eco tourism and environmentally friendly trips, we want to offer the best for our customers to experience in the unique Icelandic nature. We provide tours ranging from exciting River Rafting and Snorkeling in one of the world's clearest waters to Glacier hiking and trekking in some of the most beautiful sceneries Iceland has to offer. Additionally a wide range of other activities is offered to adventurous travelers. Our main office is located in Reykjavik and our two base camps are located close to Geysir and Gullfoss (western Iceland) and in Skaftafell (southeastern Iceland). Go home with a story worth telling!
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Outdoor Adventure
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