Katla Ice Cave Tour: Explore Iceland's Glaciers

Embark on a thrilling adventure to the Katla Volcano Ice Cave from Reykjavik. Hike on the Kötlujökull glacier, explore a natural ice cave, and witness breathtaking landscapes on this ultimate Iceland experience.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Reykjavik - Begin your adventure with a morning pick-up from selected locations in Reykjavík. From Iceland’s lively capital, embark on a journey along the scenic South Coast, renowned for its stunning natural wonders. As you travel, enjoy views of charming villages and dramatic landscapes shaped by glaciers and volcanoes. The route leads to the…
What's Included
  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Skógafoss Waterfall
  • Reykjavik pick up & drop off
  • Scenic Super Jeep ride
  • Visit to a natural Ice Cave
  • Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Food & drinks (available to purchase from a service station en route)
  • Warm clothing, hiking boots, and waterproof outerwear
Additional Information

No car needed! Embark on an unforgettable adventure to one of Iceland’s most remarkable natural wonders. Journey from Reykjavík along the picturesque South Coast, pausing at the iconic Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss en route to Vík. From there, hop into a powerful Super Jeep for an off-road excursion across dramatic volcanic plains leading to the Katla…

Location
Reykjavik
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Giovannip20
Mar 24, 2026
A lot of good - Maggia the bus driver is nice with great speech and very tuneful. The snow trip in the jeeps with big wheels was fun. The driver and guide told so many stories and made us feel safe. The cave is a charm, it really deserves. The waterfalls are beautiful, it had snowed the day before and in spurts the same day so the scenery and what you expect from Iceland. In short, this is a once in a lifetime experience. Thank you.
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Maureen_m
Mar 23, 2026
We went in March; up on... - We went in March; up on the glacier it's about a 1/4-1/3 mile hike to get to the ice caves but on snowy/hilly/icy surfaces so you have to e able to navigate that. The ice caves were amazing and awe-inspiring. I wish our driver had given us more information along the tour itself getting there but that's driver dependent. I would ensure you have waterproof/windproof pants and warm gear as you are outdoors for over an hour.
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M3945qwbenc
Mar 18, 2026
Big thanks to Bjorgvin and Baddi! - Had a great time and big thanks to our drivers Bjorgvin and Baddi! Two mr. B! They’re the best we could have. All they wanted was to show us the best. They didn’t care if we spend little more time and they’re always super joyful. The jeep is the most handsome one among all companies’. The nature views remains the same and the weather can be tough. But what makes a trip remarkable is the captions! Definitely 💯
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Andrew_d
Mar 15, 2026
A great experience with a... - A great experience with a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. Highly recommended. Also quite relaxed in terms of the climb up the glacier.
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O769annl
Mar 9, 2026
A great day with a great guide - A great day, not only because of the vidit of the ice cave as well as a couple of waterfalls, but because we also had a great driver/guide Franklin. Thanks to him the time spent driving went by quickly. He has a great voice to tell us about legends, very knowledgeable and a very happy and friendly person.
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S177beerinh
Mar 9, 2026
Erin and Laurie -Boston, US - The ice cave tour is absolutely amazing. Our guide who drove us from Reykjavik to Vik, Franklin was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. For the cave tour we had Leif, who was also amazing. He knew so much about the history of Katla and the ice caves. He also made us feel comfortable while traveling through the caves. The only downfall to get to the caves. It’s very bumpy but we made it there safely with Leif driving! Would highly recommend this tour
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391narb
Mar 6, 2026
Amazing Experience! - Transfer from hotel to super jeep pickup point by minibus, we had Rebecca (italian lady) and she was super friendly and informative and a very SAFE DRIVER! Had an amazing experience on this tour! Our tour guide for the super jeep was Mad Max (nickname, can't remember is real name!) was very accomodating and fun. The super jeep section is definitely not for the faint harted or those that suffer with travel sickness! Once at the mountain with the ice cave inside there was a 10 mins trek up mountain to get to the ice cave entrance. This was challenging at times due to the snow and icy conditions but show spikes are provided. TOPTIP! be sure to wear waterproof shoes and trousers as the snow is deep and there are some large melted streams within the ice cave. Overall a great experience!!
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Michelle_l
Mar 5, 2026
Having a great time at Katla cave - Great experience exploring the Katla ice cave. Friendly driver provided safe transportation and well managed transport time. I highly recommended!
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Danielle_h
Feb 28, 2026
Otherworldly Place! - Great excursion and highly recommend! Our bus driver was great; very knowledgable, fun and had a great playlist. The drive to Vik from Reykjavik is a bit long, but you stop about half way to break it up and use the washrooms or get food. The glacier hike/ice cave was amazing! On the itinerary, it says you’re there for 3 hours, however it’s about a 50 minute drive from the initial meeting point to the ice cave so it’s may feel a tad short. The views and experience are worth it!
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678melissak
Feb 28, 2026
Do it!!! - Lili was awesome! We had a great, long day that included two waterfalls, a black sand beach and Katla Ice cave. It was such a good way to fill some time after a canceled flight. I highly recommend both the tour and our guide Lili.
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From $285
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).