Ice Cave Tours From Jokulsarlon
Seven tours, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $164 to $195.
Ice cave tours from Jökulsárlón cost from $164 to $195 per person, with stated durations of 2.5 to 3 hours. This page compares seven options, from a six person Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip to a Crystal Cave Super Jeep ride with up to 14 travelers. All seven tours include gear and free cancellation. Natural ice caves run roughly October to April, and access still depends on conditions.
Crystal Cave Super Jeep, 2.5 Hours
2 hours 30 minutes · Arctic Adventures
Small-group tour with gear.
from $168 per person Check availability →
The Original Ice Cave Tour
3 hours · Local Guide of Vatnajokull
Small-group tour with gear.
from $176 per person Check availability →
Blue Ice Cave, 3 Hours
3 hours · Ice Explorers
Guided tour with gear.
from $195 per person Check availability →
Crystal Blue Super Jeep Tour
3 hours · Tröll Expeditions
Guided tour with gear.
from $168 per person Check availability →
Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip
Ice Cave In Iceland
Small-group tour with gear.
from $195 per person Check availability →
Small Group Ice Cave, 2h 30m
2 hours 30 minutes · Glacier Trips
Small-group tour with gear.
from $195 per person Check availability →Common Questions
How Much Do Ice Cave Tours Cost?
Prices run from $164 to $195 per person across the seven tours. The Guided Vatnajokull Ice Cave, 3 Hours starts at $164, the Crystal Blue Super Jeep Tour and Crystal Cave Super Jeep, 2.5 Hours at $168, and the Small Group Ice Cave, 2h 30m at $195. The top price of $195 applies to the Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip and the Blue Ice Cave, 3 Hours.
How Long Do The Tours Last?
Stated durations run from 2.5 to 3 hours. The Small Group Ice Cave, 2h 30m and Crystal Cave Super Jeep, 2.5 Hours are listed at 2.5 hours, while four tours are listed at 3 hours. The Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip does not state a duration.
What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?
Gear is listed as included on all seven tours and each offers free cancellation. A guide is listed on six tours, while the Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip does not state one; four of the seven say pickup is not included, with meeting points around Jökulsárlón including the main parking, and the rest do not mention pickup. Ice caves are seasonal and entry depends on conditions, so check details before you book.
How Do I Choose Between The Tours?
Group size and transport are the main differences. The Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip caps groups at 6 and holds a 5.0 rating from 404 reviews, while the Guided Vatnajokull Ice Cave takes up to 18 people and has 2,194 reviews at 4.2. Four of the ice cave tours travel by super jeep, the Crystal Blue, Crystal Cave, Guided Vatnajokull and Blue Ice Cave, 3 Hours, while The Original Ice Cave Tour goes by 4x4, and the Small Group Ice Cave, 2h 30m caps at 12 with a 4.8 rating.
Compare The Seven Tours Side By Side
| Tour | Length | From | Rating | Meal | Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Vatnajokull Ice Cave, 3 Hours* | 3 hours | $164 per person | ★ 4.2 (2,194) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Crystal Cave Super Jeep, 2.5 Hours* | 2 hours 30 minutes | $168 per person | ★ 4.2 (1,772) | Not included | Not included |
| The Original Ice Cave Tour* | 3 hours | $176 per person | ★ 4.5 (1,238) | Not included | Not included |
| Blue Ice Cave, 3 Hours* | 3 hours | $195 per person | ★ 4.6 (973) | Not stated | Not included |
| Crystal Blue Super Jeep Tour* | 3 hours | $168 per person | ★ 4.4 (635) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Frozen Wonders Small Group Trip* | Not stated | $195 per person | ★ 5.0 (404) | Not stated | Not stated |
| Small Group Ice Cave, 2h 30m* | 2 hours 30 minutes | $195 per person | ★ 4.8 (298) | Not included | Not included |
* Natural ice caves run roughly October to April, conditions permitting
