I donât like big tour bus tours and this was the perfect size with only 10 people! This tour was incredible! Northern Lights Ice Cave. You will also see an amazing Diamond Beach scattered with icebergs, next to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. At some moments it was quite busy at the glacier, but I guess it cannot be coordinated to avoid this.". Our tour leader Marcus was great and informative on all levels. Trip out and back was well-organized given the number of tours run out of Skaftafell visitor center and the appearance of chaos at the start. Visit Jokulsarlon, Iceland’s crown jewel From the pictures on the website, it looks like there exists a cave network but in reality it turned out that the cave is only about 30 meters deep. Easy to book, good value. During this tour, your guide will lead you on a glacier walk and into an ice cave that features glistening walls, vivid blue colors & a tranquil environment. "Even though I was probably 20 years older than all in the group it was an amazing experience . That's why only 10-20 minutes is spent in the caves. The equipment was all very good and the process was a well oiled machine! Explore One of the Most Beautiful Outlet Glaciers in Iceland The hike takes place on Falljokull, an outlet glacier of the mighty Vatnajokull Glacier which is Europe's largest ice cap. The guides at both were great and we learned a lot from then and had a nice time chatting them up. Scenic views paired with a friendly, knowledgeable tour guide, this tour quickly became a must do trip for anybody else I know that will be visiting Iceland! Iceland both has ice caves, such as the lava cave Lofthellir that's filled year-round with magnificent ice sculptures and accessible during the summertime (from May to October), and natural glacier caves … We then were moved to another tour of an ice cave near the Katla volcano which was also very enjoyable. The group was small and friendly. Find the best Iceland Adventure tours with TourRadar. Your glacier hiking and ice cave adventure will start at the Glacier Guides booking office in Skaftafell, (located at the parking lot in Skaftafell National Park). All the equipment we needed was provided too. "We truly enjoyed our glacier hike, and our tour guides did a wonderful job teaching us about the glacier and keeping us safe (thank you, Biscuit and Alaina). Before stepping onto the surface of the ice, our certified glacier guide will give you a safety talk and an introduction to all the equipment that we will be using. We learned all about the area and detailed information about the glaciers and volcanos of Iceland. View & Book. Book this action-packed and great value three-day, two-night, trip in a winter wonderland as soon as possible to … Our guide Mca was excellent! Would not have ventured into the glacier without a knowledgeable guide, as it is quite dangerous. Your safety is, of course, paramount and our experts will ensure that you are always safe on the ice. I was also impressed with our bus driver Carolyn. Vatnajökull (literally "Glacier of Lakes"; sometimes translated as Vatna Glacier in English) is the largest and most voluminous ice cap in Iceland, and the second largest in area in Europe after the Severny Island ice cap of Novaya Zemlya. Thanks I would suggest not handing out the pick axes as they only encourage irresponsible people to hack into the beautiful glacier which spoils it for the next group. We had a lot of fun ans it was a great expereance to see zur ice cave. "Our normally Crystal Ice Cave tour were cancelled during high temperatures and water in the cave. Blue Ice Cave Adventure Price 29.900 ISK November - March. There were some people on the tour that were a little disrespectful and he really addressed it. My step-daughter and I enjoyed a glacial walk with this company. Choose the deposit or full payment option in the third step of your checkout. Explore the world's first and biggest man-made ice cave at Langjökull glacier, the second largest glacier in Iceland. Shamak was awesome and very informative. It was everything I expected and more. I feel very lucky to have had this experience and I can only hope that these beautiful things last much longer than anticipated. I personally thought the ice cave area would be a bit bigger but i think my view was influenced by too much google searching in advance. The guide was vey helpful with answers our questions and everything, but it seems the she didn't know what to do with us after we in the beginning have seen the highlight - the ""Ice Cave"". During your visit to the Skaftafell National Park on Day 5 of your tour, follow an expert guide through the ice paths and crevasses along the Svínafellsjökull Glacier. I had a fantastic time on the tour. Plus, the people were really fantastic. He made safety and wellbeing a key concern at all times so we felt we were in safe hands. They took the time to teach you how to put on crampons, and how to walk safely and effectively on the ice. Check local guidelines before planning your visit. She even stopped the bus to pick up trash in the park, and I appreciated her care for the environment and her pride in the park. It would have been nice to have a reminder/ confirmation email the week prior to our trip. This trip expanded my life vision. Our guide Erik was friendly, fantastic and professional. From there, you'll make your way up the largest glacier in Europe. Our tour guide told that we didn't want to connect the shrinking of the glacier to climate change, whereas this is the moment to make tourists aware of their treatment of the earth.". Taught us a lot. The sun even peeked out for us toward the end of the tour. This cave is worth every step to get there. Transfers (to the glacier and back), Certified glacier guide and all necessary glacier gear. My wife and I had an excellent experience at the "Into the Glacier" tour while in Iceland. It's really fantastic. (10-15): If youâre hesitating about the price, put it into perspective. Skaftafell National Park. If youâre hesitating about the price, put it into perspective. P.S. ", "When I saw the prices I thought it was a little expensive but it was worth every penny! Even the check in staff was great! A group of 5 of us headed up onto the glacier with a lovely guide from Scotland (Orla). Join this tour along Iceland’s south coast to discover its stunning glaciers, lava fields, volcanoes, strong rivers, and waterfalls. Our tour guide Ollie was fun and informative. We had different expectations from the ice cave in terms of its dimensions. It's incredible to be up on the glacier looking across at the ice fall and down to the sea. Canât speak highly enough of the organisation, and in particular our guide Jen who was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the glacier... her passion for the ice was infectious and she really made the trip a memorable one. It is here where you'll be able to stop for photos to commemorate your experience. So awe-inspiring! The guide was really nice (British, woop!) BOOK NOW thank you. "This glacier hiking was one of the best activities I did in Iceland! At the Glacier Guides booking office.Â. Guide was knowledgeable, particularly in geology as that was an area of special study for him, friendly, engaging. We really got a feel for the enormity of the glacier and also for its ephemeral/ever-changing nature. She did her best to ham up the 'danger' which probably works with a certain demographic of client but to even reasonably experienced, semi-fit, outdoors minded people it was a bit embarrassing i our opinion. Beautiful day! As the tour continues, you'll be taken to the natural ice caves, which are filled with blue ice. However, you will be provided with torches and necessary gear to make it back to our booking center safely. An awesome tour in an spectacular place!". Would definitely recommend! The only thing that prevented from rating 10 on my overall experience was the darkeness inside the ice cave when we arrived there. As we make our way to the ice cave, we will traverse the ever-evolving glacial landscapes, taking in the deep crevices and the incredible ice formations. Super friendly and answered everyone's questions with a smile. Thanks to the special characteristics of glacial ice, these ice caves are incredibly blue and transparent. The tour moved at a good pace for a large group and everyone had ample opportunity to see everything, take plenty of pictures and have fun! We were alone in the ice cave so we had a lot of time and space, that was great. Just go on the tour! Now that I've been on the Into the Cave tour with Arctic Adventures, I'm EXTREMELY happy with our decision. Our guide was so knowledgeable and personable, and taught us a lot of the geologic history. Neat hike up into the glacier. She was very knowledgeable, kind, and gave us some great tips for the rest of our trip. We were about 3 hours on the glacier. Was really safe. Super fun and I would recommend it to everyone. On this private guided tour, you’ll have the opportunity to admire the striking scenery of Iceland’s southern coast – from the ice caps and waterfalls located in the inner part of the island to the imposing cliffs and black-sand beaches by the Atlantic Ocean. We were broken into smaller, more manageable groups quickly once on-site. Ride a Super Jeep to the glacier, then hike inside one of the stunning ice caves. Located in southeastern Iceland, Skaftafell nature reserve offers impressive views of the surrounding landscape. Glacier hike 2,5 km uphill to an amazing ice cave. The Sapphire Vatnajökull ice cave tour with Adventure Point. The guide was very informative and helpful with the group. The bus schedule during the winter is very limited so it is highly recommended to rent a car and to stay in the area either the night before or after your tour. This message we got the evening before scheduled. The hike itself is a senic route between steep mountains. A really great experience with a humorous guide ! The only thing that we all agreed on was the level of concern of what seemed liked the smallest safety issues was a bit much. Saw what I wanted and more. One of the highlights of our trip. We booked this tour last minute because our original ice cave tour was cancelled due to heavy rain and flooding. Thanks to Extreme Iceland crew and especially our tour guide Prokop for making our tour such a pleasant and interesting part of our Iceland trip. Thanks for a great time! Glacier Ice Caves and Ice Tunnels - From Reykjavik or meet us on location Sometimes called Crystal Caves, the ice caves in Icelandic glaciers are a truly mesmerizing wonder of nature. Driving times can be greatly affected by winter conditions so please be sure to give yourself enough time depending on winter road conditions. Why travel all the way to Iceland and not take advantage of one of the things that you probably wonât do anywhere else? The groups were staggered and it never felt crowded. Hike among waterfalls, walk on black sand beaches, experience the mysterious blue caves, learn to cross Iceland’s largest glacier, and even get a chance to hunt the elusive Northern Lights. "She was extremely bright and knowledgeable about the glacier. Its an unique experience. The tour was really nice (for us it has been really interesting to walk on a glacier at sea level instead of at 3000m!) It was also very attractive for those who first went to Iceland. Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, head-wear and gloves.You can also rent the necessary clothing in the online booking process. We have an alternative tour - The Glacier Tour - where we walk the glacier and saw an ""Ice Cave"" - which was blue and beautiful. Excellent tour. in details. The guides are very knowledgeable and friendly. The bright blue ice is incredible. He showed us the best sites and helped us take amazing photos. Bear witness to one of the world’s rarest natural phenomena: Iceland’s ethereal blue ice caves. The tour was fab, great scenery and just a small group. It is a magical combination of ice-caving and glacier hiking making it the perfect choice for adrenaline junkies and nature enthusiasts alike. Guide John was amazing and going inside the glacier was something I will never forget. 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