2 Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier hike, Jokulsarlon lagoon & Northern Lights
Overview
Inclusions
- Driver/guide
- Overnight accommodation
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Glacier equipment
- Ice Cave Tour incl. Safety Equipment
- Glacier Hike incl. Safety Equipment
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- 1x Breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Skaftafell National Park
What to expect
Day 1: Introduction to The South Coast
Stop At: Troll Expeditions, Fiskislod 45-G, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
We start with pick up from Reykjavík, either your hotel or your closest bus stop.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland
We head to the South and visit the powerful theatrics of Seljalandsfoss. Bring a raincoat and you'll be able to make the short hike behind the falls.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Tucked in a little gorge, the river Skógá tumbles down a 60 meter cliff before continuing down the landscape towards the Atlantic Ocean. Alongside the gorge is a staircase that can take you up to the shelf above the waterfall for stunning views.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland
We will hike an outlet glacier spawning from one of the largest glaciers in the country. After meeting out highly trained glacier guides and strapping on safety equipment you will hike on the ice for at least two hour. Our journey on ice continues as we will experience the blue ice cave in Skaftafell. Your guide will share with you his expertise about the ice caves, allowing you to truly appreciate this amazing natural phenomenon.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at a 2-3 star hotel with a private bathroom
Day 2: Travelling further east
Stop At: Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park Route 1, Jokulsarlon 781 Iceland
Heading off day number 2 is Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a 200m deep lagoon fed by Breiðarmerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe's largest glacier. Enormous icebergs come from the glacier all year around so the lagoon is usually filled with ice that floats South. Try walking alongside the glacier lagoon enjoying the magnificent views.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Fellsfjara, Diamond Head Drive Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon, Jokulsarlon Iceland
On the other side of the road the ice bergs from Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon float into the Atlantic Ocean where they are quickly thrown back to shore by the tide and winds. This black sand beach is full of smaller ice rocks in all shapes and sizes, sparkling like diamonds in the daylight.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
The Black Sand Beach of Reynisfjara where the Atlantic coastline presents massive waves hitting the unique basalt columns in the cliffs above the sand. Rock pillars in water and the cliffs of Dýrhóley are seen in the distance. This area of the South is also a paradise for bird lovers, as puffins and dozens of other unique species nest on top of these cliffs in the summertime from June to August.
Duration: 40 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast buffet will be served in the morning
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Order or availability of attractions may change due to road or weather conditions.
- The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed by the operator. The hotels are in prime locations to maximize chances of seeing them.
- The limit is 24″ suitcase per person, and no multiple luggage allowed. If there is limited space in the car you might need to leave part of your luggage in our luggage storage, free of charge.
- Near public transportation
- Please contact us regarding pick up. There are some hotels where buses are not allowed to drive. You can find information about designated pick up locations at busstop.is or ask the front desk of your hotel. Pick up from Keflavík airport or outside of the greater capital area is not available.
- We recommend you bring hiking boots with slip-resistant soles if you are visiting in the winter. Hiking boots are available at the time of booking.
- Ice caves are a dynamic natural phenomena only accessible during wintertime when temperatures drop. Each year new unique caves are formed in different areas of the glacier. We visit a naturally formed ice cave during this tour. The photos are from this winter season, but the cave and other formations we visit might have changed due to the nature of formations.
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
Amazing experience. We did everything we set out to do and then some. Even managed to see the northern lights.
Amazing experience. We did everything we set out to do and then some. Even managed to see the northern lights.We were part of a 10 person tour to the South Coast and were lucky to have the wonderful and knowledgeable Siggy as our guide. We had plenty of time to explore at each stop and managed to squeeze a lot into the 2 days. The highlight was definitely the glacier hike and ice cave experience. The acc...
We were part of a 10 person tour to the South Coast and were lucky to have the wonderful and knowledgeable Siggy as our guide. We had plenty of time to explore at each stop and managed to squeeze a lot into the 2 days. The highlight was definitely the glacier hike and ice cave experience. The accommodation was comfortable and food at the restaurant was delicious. Would recommend to any type of group - friends, couples, families.I had a amazing time during a 2-days tour on the south coast including a hike on the Vatnajökull. Our guide Einar always had a good energy even when the weather wasn’t on our side on our way back. I definitely recommend to do a multi days tour so you can get to know the people on your tour and ...
I had a amazing time during a 2-days tour on the south coast including a hike on the Vatnajökull. Our guide Einar always had a good energy even when the weather wasn’t on our side on our way back. I definitely recommend to do a multi days tour so you can get to know the people on your tour and have an even nicer experience ! After seeing such beautiful landscapes during the winter time I will go back in the summer to see Iceland on a different aspect and will be checking out more travels with the Trolls :) Chloé (the girl who forgot to remove her harness^^)The trip is wonderful, amazing landscapes that you definitely don't wanna miss. Also, the guide, David, he is so kind and willing to tell you everything he knows about the landscape with lots of passion. Even after this trip, he recommended plenty of his personal favorites spots for us to visit. ...
The trip is wonderful, amazing landscapes that you definitely don't wanna miss. Also, the guide, David, he is so kind and willing to tell you everything he knows about the landscape with lots of passion. Even after this trip, he recommended plenty of his personal favorites spots for us to visit. It is so nice that I meet a guide like David.The two-day ice-caving trip is totally amazing - especially Guide David. He is sooooo nice -- delivering detailed guidance for every attractions. When you asked a favor, everytime he will give an energetic and positive feedback. I love this trip. Highly recommend!
The two-day ice-caving trip is totally amazing - especially Guide David. He is sooooo nice -- delivering detailed guidance for every attractions. When you asked a favor, everytime he will give an energetic and positive feedback. I love this trip. Highly recommend!One of the best guided trip I have experienced. David, our guide was responsible, knowledgeable and humorous. We didn't feel any tiredness during trip because of continuous interaction. The accomodation was wonderful with great breakfast. David made sure, we get to see northern lights. In sho...
One of the best guided trip I have experienced. David, our guide was responsible, knowledgeable and humorous. We didn't feel any tiredness during trip because of continuous interaction. The accomodation was wonderful with great breakfast. David made sure, we get to see northern lights. In short, it was magical.