Small-Group 3-Hour Ice Cave Exploration Tour at Vatnajokull Glacier with Professional Photos

Inside the Sapphire Ice Cave, where icy walls reveal nature's artistry in shades of blue.
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Description

Summary

Tour starts
Ice Pic Journeys, í Hornafirði, Höfn, Iceland
Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English
Available
Oct. - Mar.
Minimum age
6 years old

Description

Embark on a captivating 3-hour ice cave tour, unveiling the breathtaking beauty of Iceland's Vatnajokull glacier. Ideal for those seeking an immersive experience in the heart of nature, this journey is perfect for exploring the blue ice wonders while taking home professional photos that capture the essence of your adventure.

The excursion begins when you meet your guide and the rest of your group at the glacier lagoon parking lot in Vatnajokull National Park 15 minutes early to ensure a punctual departure. This tour has a maximum of 10 participants, allowing plenty of interaction with your guide.

You'll then board one of the 4x4 vehicles for a scenic drive towards Vatnajokull glacier, navigating through an ancient glacier plain while learning about the area's history from your knowledgeable guide. The bumpy journey takes 20 to 30 minutes, offering picturesque views.

Upon reaching the glacier parking lot, your guide will equip you with crampons, an ice axe, a harness, and a helmet with a headlamp. You'll embark on a 30-minute hike to the glacier's edge, enjoying a relatively easy walk on flat, slightly rocky ground. The guide will adjust to your pace so you can take your time and enjoy the journey.

You'll then arrive at the Crystal Ice Cave, also known as the Sapphire Ice Cave, a massive cavern with a river running underneath, offering a one-of-a-kind experience. The cave changes in shape, size, and location each year because the ice melts and reforms as the seasons change. Therefore, you're guaranteed a unique setting for your unforgettable trip.

Before entering, your guide will provide safety instructions and help you put on your crampons. Explore the cave's crystal blue walls, guided by your experienced photographer-guide, who captures your adventure from the best positions and angles. 

Inside the Crystal Blue Ice Cave, spend 45 minutes to an hour exploring multiple chambers, marveling at the unreal and otherworldly beauty. After enjoying the experience and having professional photos taken, you'll exit the cave and hike back to the glacier's edge before driving back to the parking lot.

Your booking includes two personalized photos (portrait and landscape) per person. Within 14 days, professionally edited photos of your trip will be available, serving as the perfect souvenir and memory of your incredible day in Vatnajokull National Park. All images will be edited and sent to you via a downloadable gallery.

Don't miss the opportunity for a once-in-a-lifetime experience surrounded by the natural wonders of Iceland's Vatnajokull glacier on this fantastic 3-hour ice-caving tour with professional photos. Check availability now by choosing a date.

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Included

Certified glacier guide and professional photographer
Glacier equipment (helmet, harness, crampons, and ice axe)
Two personalised photos per person
Small-group experience

Map

Activities

Super Jeep
Ice Caving

What to bring

Water bottle
Proper seasonal clothing (warm layers, warm hats, and gloves)
Waterproof jacket, pants, & hiking boots (rentals available)
Hiking boots

Good to know

Ice caves are a dynamic, ever-changing natural phenomenon.

Photos you see of the cave at any given time on the website or any social media will not necessarily mean that is what you will experience on your tour. This makes each experience unique and special for guests.

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