Skaftafell Ice Cave Tour & Glacier Hike

Enter a world of ice and snow: discover the wonder of Iceland's blue ice cave and hike over the Vatnajökull Glacier. An unforgettable experience!

Skaftafell Ice Cave Tour & Glacier Hike

On the tour day, meet your guide at the Skaftafell base, where you will receive specialist equipment, including a helmet, harness, ice pick, and crampons. After gearing up, you will begin your trek through Skaftafell National Park to the Vatnajökull Glacier.

Vatnajökull is the largest glacier in Iceland and in Europe outside the Arctic, making the hike a significant experience. Explore the uneven terrain and observe various ice formations caused by the underlying volcanoes and glacier movement.

Following the glacier hike, you will visit the blue ice cave located beneath the glacier. The pressure and lack of air create striking blue icy walls. Ice caves like this are rare natural phenomena formed under exceptional conditions. You will have time to explore the cave and appreciate this unique scenery.

At the end of your tour, you will return to the original departure point.

Important information

The hike is of medium difficulty, lasting around one hour over uneven ground and is not recommended for people with heart issues. The tour includes 10 minutes inside the cave for safety reasons.During winter, wear warm, waterproof clothing and hiking boots. In summer, a raincoat is recommended. The rest of the equipment (helmet, harness, ice pick, and crampons) will be provided.