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Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik

12 hours Reykjavík areaTroll ExpeditionsFree cancellation on most tours

Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik

Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik is a 12 hours experience run by Troll Expeditions in Reykjavík area, from 38.647 ISK per person. Join this day tour to Katla Ice Cave . You are joining an adventure with endless possibilities and envy-worthy photo-ops.

38.647 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
12 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup
Included (mandatory)
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Mini Bus / Car
Operator
Troll Expeditions

About this tour

Join this day tour to Katla Ice Cave . You are joining an adventure with endless possibilities and envy-worthy photo-ops. From the magnificent Katla Ice Cave, the majestic Seljalandsfoss waterfall, to the mighty waves of the Atlantic Oceans at the Reynisfjara black sand beach. Enjoying the most famous locations in the South Coast with our fun and creative guides. Once in Vík you will hop on a super-jeep go for a 40-minutes off road bumpy ride into what we describe as the doorstep of the highlands! On the way, your guide will share with you interesting stories about the Katla volcano (located underneath the massive Myrdalsjökull icecap. The views on the way are breathtaking, you will feel like you are on the moon! Before entering the cave, our guide will provide you with all the safety gear needed before accessing the ice cave: please pay attention to your guide's safety instructions! Katla Ice Cave is truly unique, since it has layers of ash from 1918 eruption well enclosed in the ice. Underneath the Mýrdalsjökull glacier waits the mighty volcano Katla, where both the glacier and the ice cave takes their name from. Once the exploration has finished, we will start making our way back to the meeting point in Vik, where our driver guide will be waiting for you to guide you back to Reykjavik capital area.

What’s included

  • Driver guide, pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavik capital area
  • Small group experience
  • Wi-Fi and Icelandic music on board
  • Ride on a Super-jeep to and from the ice cave
  • All necessary glacier equipment: helmet, crampons

What to bring

  • Hiking boots (also available for rent)
  • Outdoors clothing (waterproof out layers are available for rent)
  • Joy and Happiness

Good to know

  • - Minimum Age for the Ice cave is 8 years.
  • - We might have to adjust timings and schedule due to the short daylight in the winter time, and also to try to avoid big crowds.
  • - Pick up is from designated locations in Reykjavík. Pick up from Keflavík airport or outside of the greater capital area is not available.
  • - Food: We stop at locations like gas stations and small shops where you will be able to buy snacks/sandwiches and drinks.
  • At lunch time we will also stop at locations where you will find warm lunch options.

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How long is Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik?
The tour runs about 12 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 38.647 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io