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Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon tours let you see the lagoon’s floating icebergs by amphibian boat, zodiac boat, or kayak, while ice cave tours explore nearby Vatnajokull Glacier. Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon sits on the Ring Road in Southeast Iceland, at the edge of Vatnajokull National Park.
Icebergs break off Breidamerkurjokull Glacier, an outlet glacier of Vatnajokull, and drift across the lagoon toward the sea. Jokulsarlon was among the top 14 experiences tourism professionals most often recommended in a 2026 survey of Iceland's top experiences.
Jokulsarlon boat tours run from May to November, while ice cave tours from the glacier lagoon operate from October to April. Day tours from Reykjavik and multi-day tours that include Jokulsarlon are available year-round.
Boat tours are the most popular way to see the icebergs on Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon up close. You can choose from amphibian boat, kayak, and zodiac boat tours, depending on how close and active you want the experience to be.
Ice cave tours from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon take you by super jeep to natural blue ice caves in Vatnajokull Glacier. Ice caves are only safe to visit in the colder months, so these tours run from October to April.
Our analysis of 31 years of weather data found that February is the safest month to visit ice caves in Iceland. Ice cave tours are popular in February, so book early if your dates are fixed.
Day tours from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon last 14 to 15 hours and stop at waterfalls, black sand beaches, and Diamond Beach on the way. These tours suit travelers who want to see the glacier lagoon without renting a car.
Multi-day tours give you more time at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and avoid a 10-hour round trip in one day. Guided multi-day tours spread the journey over several days and include transportation, accommodation, a guide, and a planned route.
Self-drive tours to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon include a rental car, accommodation, and a planned route with recommended stops. Self-drive tours suit travelers who want to explore Iceland at their own pace and book everything in one place.
1-Week Summer Self-Drive Tour of the Ring Road of Iceland & Golden Circle: This 8-day road trip circles Iceland and reaches Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. It runs from April to October, so you can add an amphibian or zodiac boat tour on the lagoon.
One-Week Northern Lights Self-Drive Tour of South & West Iceland with Ice Caving: This winter tour includes an ice cave tour in Vatnajokull National Park near Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. It runs from October to April and also covers the Golden Circle, the South Coast, and the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
14-Day Self-Drive Tour of the Ring Road of Iceland & the Westfjords: This 14-day self-drive tour circles Iceland on the Ring Road, stops at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon on day 4, and adds the remote Westfjords. The tour runs from May to October.
Our study of the best time to visit Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach found the most floating ice in February and March. April offers a good balance of ice, longer daylight, and milder weather.
Boat tours on Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon run from May to November, and kayaking runs from May to September. Winter is the only season for ice cave tours and the best season to see the northern lights over the glacier lagoon.
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon is about 236 miles (380 kilometers) east of Reykjavik, or about 5 hours by car on the Ring Road. The lagoon is reachable in a regular two-wheel-drive car, but a 4x4 is safer in winter.
Most boat tours and ice cave tours start at the Jokulsarlon parking area, so you need to rent a car or book a multi-day tour. Many travelers book one of the hotels near Jokulsarlon or stay in Hofn Town, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) east.
Choose the amphibian boat tour for the most affordable and family-friendly way onto the glacier lagoon. Choose a zodiac boat tour or kayaking for a closer and more active experience between the icebergs.
A day tour from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon suits travelers with only one day and no rental car. Day tours from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon last 14 to 15 hours, including the drive along the South Coast.
A multi-day tour to Jokulsarlon suits travelers who want more time for Diamond Beach, ice caves, and South Coast waterfalls. Multi-day tours from Reykjavik also avoid the 10-hour round trip in a single day.
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