Ice Cave and Glacier Walk at Skaftafellsjökull
What your day looks like
On this Ice Cave and Glacier Walk combo tour, you will explore the naturally formed ice caves. Before heading off to a glacier walk on crampons around the glacier tongue. The ice caves, only accessible in winter, open up for exploration when the meltwater underneath the glacier freezes over and leaves behind these ice tunnels. Your experienced guide will tell you more about their formation and show you around the caves. You will get plenty of time to take pictures of these breathtaking surroundings. You will then head up to the surface of the glacier, where your guide will lead you through the ever-changing glacial landscape. They will show you deep crevasses and unique ice features, whilst teaching you about the behavior of glaciers and their impact on nature.
The experience, in brief
- Combine an ice cave exploration and a glacier walk at Skaftafellsjökull
- To take pictures of breathtaking surroundings
- Explore naturally formed ice caves in winter
- Experienced guide explains cave formation
- Glacier walk with a guide through unique ice features
Your day, step by step
Reykjavik
Caving.
Kalfafell
Hiking at Skaftafellsfjöll.
Kalfafell
Sightseeing.
Kalfafell
Adventures & Thrills.
What to know before booking
Included
Guiding Glacier gear, and safety equipment
Not Included
Boots and rain gear can be rented (1500ISK per item)
What to Bring
Warm clothing, rain gear, hiking boots, and energy bars
Meeting & Pickup
The meeting point is the Icelandic Mountain Guides Sales Lodge in Skaftafell National Park.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 10 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business