Private Blue Ice Cave Tour from Jökulsárlón
Description
This is a private version of our most popular ice cave tour from Jökulsárlón. Whether you are a bigger group, tour agency, family with kids, special occasion travelers or you are just looking for more privacy and solitude then this is an option made for you. Don’t hesitate to contact us for a tailor-made offer, which will best suit your needs. Price and availability depend on the group size, season and duration of the tour – longer or shorter options are available, as well as pick-up from nearby hotels.
Highlights of the tour
Dive into the extraordinary beauty of Iceland’s blue glacial wonders with our thrilling Ice Cave Tour in the heart of the magnificent Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier! Embark on a mesmerizing journey where crystal-clear ice formations, tinted with enchanting blue hues, create a surreal underworld, which only exists in winter.
Our expert guides will lead you safely into and through the ice cave sharing tons of geological facts and helping you capture Instagram-worthy moments surrounded by the otherworldly beauty of blue ice. You will create memories, which will last a lifetime.
Itinerary
Our guide will be waiting for you 15 minutes before the departure time at the main carpark of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in a modified 4×4 vehicle marked with a sign saying Ice Walkers Tours. From there you set off for a ride towards the glacier, which takes up to 30 minutes. On the way the guide will explain to you how the ice caves are made and what the current conditions are, as well as share local knowledge of the area and glaciers.
After reaching the end of the mountain road you will be introduced to the gear used on the tour and from there you will set off for a hike. Depending on the chosen option it will take anything between 1 and 5 hours in total. It could be a short visit to the edge of the glacier or a challenging expedition deep into it, visiting several caves and tunnels! Your guide will of course help you to take the best pictures and create everlasting memories of this adventure.
Please note: In winter season 2025/2026 our tours usually go to an ice cave called ABC (Amazing Blue Cave). However as we operate in really fast changing environment, there might come conditions when entering a particular ice cave will be too hazardous. We will then try to go to another ice cave, which might be the most popular one on the edge of the glacier, but if that is the case you will be informed about it. You can be sure that you will receive from us relevant and up-to-date information if the conditions change. Feel free to get in touch and inquire about current conditions!
The tour finishes with the same drive back to the main car park of Jökulsárlón.
What to bring?
We provide all necessary safety gear, including crampons and helmets.
Dress warmly in layers to stay comfortable in the sub-zero temperatures, never skip the rain gear, a hat and gloves.
You will be wearing crampons, please make sure you wear suitable, stiff and ankle-covering hiking boots as wearing inappropriate footwear may exclude you from participating in the tour.
Recommended: Snacks and drinks to keep yourself safe and fueled for the adventure
Excluded:
– Clothing and shoes
– Food and drinks
– Optional gratuities
Please contact us if you may need assistance with any of the recommended gear.
Meeting point:
Jökulsárlón Main Parking
FAQ
What if it’s raining?
In Iceland we have around 200 rainy days per year, so we’ve learned to live with it. Always remember to have your rain gear with you and if you indeed use it during the tour – well, you’re having a real Icelandic experience!
Why is the ice blue?
To learn that you should join our tour!
