Guided Vatnajokull Ice Cave, 3 Hours

What's Included

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the day smoother, from what to wear to what the cave actually looks like.

• Dress for cold. It will be cold inside the cave, plain and simple. Bring warm clothing, hiking shoes and rain gear, all three named directly on the booking page.
• Short but rugged walk. The walk to the entrance takes 5 to 15 minutes over rugged terrain. It is not a long hike, but the footing is uneven, so proper shoes matter.
• Camera ready guides. One reviewer describes a guide who was a surprisingly great photographer, and another mentions a guide taking photos of visitors inside the cave. Have your phone or camera accessible when you get inside.
• Caves change yearly. Ice caves shift every season, and guides locate new ones each autumn. Reviewers describe different caves with their own features, so what you see depends on the year and the day.
• Manage expectations. Go for the colour and the setting rather than a specific cavern size. One reviewer advises against expecting the huge caves shown in the photos, so keep an open mind about the scale of what you will see.

• Book early. Availability is extremely limited because the caves only exist for a short window each year. If blue ice is a priority, reserve well ahead of your travel dates.

Common issues. The most frequent complaint is mismatched expectations: some reviewers felt the photos oversold the size of the caves, and the review summary on the booking page notes travellers wanted clearer, up to date information on current cave conditions. One reviewer considered the price high relative to the experience. Late season visits can coincide with melting, as one traveller saw near closing time. The operator also notes that the tour involves cold conditions and a walk over rugged ground, which will not suit everyone.