Explore the South Coast of Iceland and experience the Ice Cave
Tour Operator: ICELANDIA
Embark on an unforgettable journey along Iceland’s scenic South Coast, featuring a once-in-a-lifetime ice cave tour with the Icelandic Mountain Guides. This thrilling adventure takes you deep into the heart of one of Iceland's most stunning glaciers.
Your adventure begins with an exhilarating 20-30 minute transfer aboard an impressive mountain truck with big wheels, travelling from Mýrdalsjökull Base Camp close to the glacier’s ice cave.
Guided by experienced and knowledgeable experts, you’ll walk to the ice cave and explore its captivating features, marvelling at the glistening blue hues and intricate ice formations that create a magical, otherworldly atmosphere. As you delve deeper into the glacier, your guide will share fascinating insights into the geological wonders surrounding you, explaining the history and science behind these breathtaking formations.
Suitable for adventurers of all levels and requiring no prior experience, the journey involves walking on mostly level terrain with a mix of snow, ice, and rocks. Immerse yourself in the surreal beauty of Mýrdalsjökull and create lasting memories as you uncover the hidden treasures within its icy depths. You’ll be provided with all the necessary gear for a safe and comfortable exploration. After your ice cave adventure, enjoy a mountain truck transfer back to base camp.
Nature's showstoppers
Among the stops on this journey along the South Coast are the stunning Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. Seljalandsfoss, part of the Seljalandsá river originating from the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, offers the unique experience of walking behind the waterfall. We highly recommend bringing a raincoat or waterproof coat for this stroll.
Skógafoss, another iconic Icelandic waterfall, marks the starting point of the Fimmvörðuháls hike to Þórsmörk. This picturesque waterfall has been featured in films such as Thor: The Dark World, the popular TV show Vikings, and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty adding to its allure as a must-see location.
Join us on this scenic and adventurous trip to get up close and personal with Iceland's stunning nature.
We stop at Hvolsvöllur on the way to the glacier were you can buy lunch or you can pack your own lunch and bring it with you on the tour.
We recommend to sit down for lunch before the ice cave visit and maybe have a light snack afterwards.
Children 7 years and younger are not permitted on this tour.
Operation of this tour depends on conditions on the glacier.
Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes the Ice Cave visit might be cancelled after tour´s departure from Reykjavík.
Skógafoss is an iconic Icelandic waterfall, it is the starting point of the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail over into Þórsmörk. The waterfall was also used in filming Thor: The Dark World and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Seljalandsfoss is part of the Seljalandsá river, which has its origins in Eyjafjallajökull glacier. What makes Seljalandsfoss so famous and interesting is that you can walk behind it. We recommend you bring either a raincoat or a waterproof coat along if you want to walk behind it.
Sólheimajökull is a part of the larger Mýrdalsjökull glacier which lies atop the Katla caldera