The Ice Cave Under The Volcano - Katla Icecave Tour From Reykjavík

Description

Discover the hidden powers of Icelandic nature on a tour that combines the classic beauty of the South Coast with a raw, off-road glacier adventure.

Highlights:
  • Convenient pick up from designated pick up spots 
  • Full Day Adventure: A seamless mix of sightseeing and activity
  • Super Jeep Ride: access remote areas standard buses cannot reach
  • Glacier & Ice Cave Visit: see Myrdalsjökull and the famous Katla Ice Cave
  • Iconic Stops: Visit Skógafoss & Seljalandsfoss waterfalls
  • Expert Guides: Learn the science and stories behind the landscapes
  • Accessible adventure: No car, no problem! This tour is rated as Easy (suitable for most guests in fair conition)

Your day starts with a pickup from Reykjavík in a comfortable minibus. As we head east along the Ring Road (Route 1), you will pass through some of Iceland's most scenic countryside, flanked by the North Atlantic Ocean on one side and majestic mountains on the other. Upon reaching Vík, the true adventure begins. We switch gears for a rugged Super Jeep ride, leaving the main road to traverse the wild, black sand plains of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier outlet. You will be taken right up to the base of Kötlujökull, where the landscape looks like another planet.

At the glacier's edge, you will witness thousands of years of history trapped in the ice. The walls of the Katla Ice Cave are distinct for their striped pattern - layers of black volcanic ash from the Katla volcano intermingled with blue and white ice. Your expert guide will lead a short glacier walk to the cave, sharing the fascinating geology and folklore of this active volcanic region.

On the journey from Reykjavík and back we stop at two of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls:

  • Skógafoss: A thundering giant located in the beautiful Skógar area, known for its sheer power and folklore legends.
  • Seljalandsfoss: A stunning waterfall fed by the Eyjafjallajökull volcano, famous for the path that allows you to walk behind the falling water.

We aim to return to Reykjavík around 8:00 p.m., leaving you with memories of fire, ice, and water.

Read more about the Katla Ice Cave tour here.

Included

Transfer from Reykjavík

Scenic south coast drive

Super jeep ride

Guided glacier and Ice Cave tour 

All required safety equipment (glacier crampons, helmet)

English-speaking certified glacier guide 

Know before you go

Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, and gloves. 

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