Iceland is often hailed as a land of stark contrasts, where you can explore the ethereal beauty of a glacier ice cave.

Forged in fire and ice, Iceland is alive with primordial energy unlike anywhere else in the world. The geological and geothermal elements provide seductive sightseeing activities and visiting ice caves and ice tunnels is an activity which should not be overlooked while travelling in Iceland.

Iceland has many different caves, both well known and uncharted, but if you would like to visit a glacier ice cave, you are guaranteed an entirely one of a kind visit. Ice caves change from year to year, due to the movement of the glaciers and Iceland's ever-changing weather — and the unique character of each ice cave is an alluring call to adventure.

The incredible beauty to be admired inside the reaches of a glacier has a divine quality which, when combined with the geothermal power of Iceland, can make you feel like you are closer to earth’s beginnings.

11% of Iceland's landmass is covered with glaciers which means that an abundance of ice caves are found in the extremely thick glacial ice. These natural ice caves form when summer meltwater flows through the ice sheets, carving tunnels that can be explored during the colder months of winter.

Most often, all light is absorbed in these icy vacuums, rendering the caves in brilliant blue ice colours that are unparalleled anywhere else. Some caves also have what looks like black ice, where volcanic ash has landed on the caves. This natural occurrence is truly magnificent to witness.Ice caves in the region of Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier, were previously referred to as the Crystal Caves. The sheer size of these caves liken them to an icy citadel, its heavenly blues and enchanting coolness evoking a real sense of awe. You will want to take a camera, but nothing can prepare you for the subject.

Most day tours which involve visiting a glacier cave in Iceland involve taking a super jeep up onto the glacier. There you will be fitted with crampons (studs which fit over your boots) and be invited to take a short glacier hike (less than 5 minutes) into the cave.

Ice cave tours in Iceland can be taken at several places throughout the island. The best ice cave tours in Iceland take place at Vatnajokull glacier in Skaftafell National Park. Closer to Reykjavik, and extremely close to Vik, the ice caves in Myradsjokull glacier are popular among travellers. The meeting point for this day tour is at Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, from where you embark on the super jeep journey.

There are also tours of man-made ice tunnels which have been created in the Langjokull glacier. Some tours are available year-round and those in this area are ideal for those traversing the golden circle. Nearby Gullfoss waterfall is a popular stop on guided tours.

No-one should ever attempt going into an ice cave or tunnel without a guide, no matter how experienced they are, and with no end to guided ice cave tours, you have no reason to try.

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Fantastic 2 Day Self Drive Trip to the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon with Ice Caving

Game of Thrones Discount Bundle | Glacier Hike & Ice Cave or Boat Ride on Jokulsarlon

3 in 1 Bundled Discount Activity Tours with Snorkeling, Ice Caving & Glacier Hiking

3 in 1 Bundle Discount Tours | Ice & Fire with Golden Circle, Ice Tunnel & Inside a Volcano

3 in 1 Bundled Discount Activity Tours with Snowmobiling, Glacier Hiking & Ice Caving

3 in 1 Bundled Discount Activity Tours with 2 Glacier Hikes & a Blue Ice Cave in Vatnajokull

3 in 1 Bundled Discount Tours of Katla Ice Cave, the Golden Circle & Snaefellsnes Peninsula

14 Day Budget Self Drive Tour of the Complete Ring Road of Iceland with Myvatn & the Westfjords

4 Day Guided Tour of Iceland - Blue Ice Cave, South Coast & Snaefellsnes

3 Day Family-Friendly Tour Combo of the Into the Glacier Experience, Golden Circle & Whale Watching

3 Day Golden Circle and Ice Cave Tour in Iceland

2 Day South Coast Tour | Blue Ice Cave, Jokulsarlon, Black Beach & Waterfalls

Exhilarating 2.5 Hour Into the Glacier Ice Tunnel Tour of Langjokull with Transfer from Husafell

Magical 1 Hour Crystal Ice Cave Exploration Tour of Vatnajokull with Transfer from Jokulsarlon

Outstanding 4 Hour Ice Caving Tour & Glacier Hike at Katla with Transfer from Vik

Guided 45 Minute Blue Ice Caving Adventure in Vatnajokull with Transfer from Jokulsarlon

Fast Track 3 Hour Super Jeep South Coast Ice Caving Tour with Transfer from Vik

2 Day Winter Tour on a Budget | South Coast, Jokulsarlon & Blue Ice Cave

3.5 Hour Winter Combination Ice Caving & Glacier Walk at Vatnajokull with Transfer from Skaftafell

Ice Cave & Northern Lights | Day Tour to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Super Jeep, Glacier Hike & Ice Cave Tour | Departure from Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Scenic 3 Day South Coast Tour with the Golden Circle & a Blue Ice Cave with Transfer from Reykjavik

Small Group Full Day South Coast & Ice Cave Tour of Katla with Transfer from Reykjavik

Outstanding 2.5 Hour Family-Friendly Ice Cave Tour in Vatnajokull with Transfer from Jokulsarlon

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Top things to do in Iceland

Find the Northern lights

Explore an Ice cave

Go on a Road trip

Do the Golden circle

Visit Reykjavik

Bathe in the Blue lagoon

See the Glacier lagoon

Discover the South coast