2-Day South Iceland Ice Cave & Glacier Lagoon Tour

Pick up is at 09:00 from your accommodation, or the Reykjavík meeting point you have chosen. Please note: picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, but you do have to be ready and waiting at 09:00.

We start bright and early at 9:00, setting off on a two-day adventure that dives deep into Iceland's most awe-inspiring landscapes. Our first stop is the iconic Seljalandsfoss waterfall, a rare place where you can walk behind the cascade, feeling the spray as water tumbles down in front of you - a thrilling way to experience the raw power of Icelandic nature. From there, we head to Skógafoss, a waterfall known for its thundering drop and stunning rainbows that appear when sunlight hits the mist. Situated near the famed Eyjafjallajökull volcano, Skógafoss offers an unforgettable blend of beauty and drama. And if the skies are clear, Mýrdalsjökull glacier looms impressively in the distance. As we continue, we reach Reynisfjara, Iceland’s famous black sand beach. Here, powerful Atlantic waves crash against towering basalt columns, and the eerie Reynisdrangar sea stacks rise hauntingly from the sea. It’s a place that feels otherworldly, both beautiful and wild, with an atmosphere all its own. The day unfolds through vast lava fields, glacier tongues, and windswept shores, each landscape more mesmerizing than the last. We’ll stop in the quaint village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur before reaching our accommodation near Skaftafell, where you’ll settle in for a peaceful night in the heart of Iceland’s natural beauty.If conditions are right, your guide will direct you to a prime viewing spot to chase the Northern Lights. There’s no guarantee, but with Vatnajökull Glacier towering nearby and the clear, dark skies, it’s the perfect setting to witness nature’s light show. With any luck, swirling ribbons of color will dance across the sky, adding a magical touch to an unforgettable day.

Day Highlights
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Skógafoss Waterfall
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Northern Lights (conditions permitting)

Accommodation:
One night in Adventure Hotel Hof (shared double/twin room)

Our first stop is the mesmerizing Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where massive icebergs, freshly carved from Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, drift across the water in brilliant shades of blue and white. Some wash up on nearby Diamond Beach, sparkling like jewels against the black sand - a scene straight out of a dream. The highlight of the day is a visit to a natural ice cave. The cave location depends on the season and weather conditions at the time of the tour. From October to mid-April, you’ll enter the renowned Crystal Ice Cave—a naturally formed ice cave inside Vatnajökull Glacier. From mid-April to September, you’ll visit the unique Katla Ice Cave, located near the active Katla volcano. Both caves are shaped by the glacier’s natural melt-and-freeze cycle, so each year they look different. Inside the cave, you may be surrounded by intense blue ice, formed by compressed glacial layers and natural light filtering through. It’s a breathtaking and surreal environment, ideal for capturing incredible photos. We'll make a stop in the enchanting village of Vík, nestled along the coast with striking views of the Atlantic and surrounded by cliffs and black sand beaches. With its iconic red-roofed church set against rugged mountains, Vík is one of those rare places that feels like it’s straight out of a movie. Afterward, we make our way back to Reykjavík while keeping an eye on the skies for the Northern Lights. If conditions are right, we’ll witness nature’s ultimate light show before arriving in the city around 21:00.

Day Highlights
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
Vík í Mýrdal - the southernmost village in Iceland
Natural Ice Cave
Vatnajökull Glacier
Diamond Beach
Northern Lights (conditions permitting)

This tour is offered year-round, but note that the itinerary may change slightly due to the weather conditions. In the winter, we may have to shorten our time at some stops due to the shorter daylight hours. Also, the Northern Lights are usually only visible during the winter months.

If you're traveling solo or with an odd number in your group, and you don't choose the single supplement, you will be paired in a twin room with another participant of the same gender.

Your safety is our priority and sometimes weather or road conditions mean that access to certain ice caves is unavailable and/or unsafe. Our main ice cave in the winter is the Crystal Ice Cave. However, at times when it's inaccessible, we'll visit an alternative ice cave. During the summer months (from April to October), we'll visit the Ice Cave Under the Volcano. If it's inaccessible, we'll do a glacier hike instead.

We cannot guarantee that the actual view during your visit will match the photographs since ice caves are a natural phenomenon that undergoes constant change. How they look may vary depending on the season, time of day, lighting, and other factors.

Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
1 nights accommodation in shared double/twin room, including breakfast
Guided group tour in minibus with English-speaking guide
Visit to all main highlights of the South Coast
Guided Ice Cave Tour (during winter)
All necessary safety equipment
Free WiFi onboard bus

What to bring
Warm outdoor layers (wool, fleece or synthetic are best, not cotton)
Waterproof jacket and pants
Headwear
Gloves
Good hiking shoes are highly recommended