Katla Ice Cave Day Trip From Reykjavik shows you the amazing Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Skogafoss Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, and Katla Ice Cave in one day with pickup from Reykjavik.
About this activity
Katla Ice Cave Day Trip From Reykjavik With South Coast Highlights
- Duration: 12 hours
- Guide language: English
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Provide All Safety Ice Cave Equipment: crampons, helmet, and a headlamp
- Super jeep ride to Katla Ice Cave!
- Certified Glacier Guide
- Mobile ticket
- FREE cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Highlights
- Visit Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Skogafoss Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, & Katla Ice Cave
- Super Jeep ride to the Katla Ice Cave
- Discover the “Dragon Ice Cave” – Game of Thrones filmed location with our expert guides
- Enjoy a glacier walk on the Mýrdalsjökull glacier with your certified guide
- All necessary equipment are provided
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Katla Ice Cave Day Trip From Reykjavik With South Coast Highlights
Visit: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Skogafoss Waterfall, Black Sand Beach, & Katla Ice Cave
This day trip includes the comfort of being picked up from Reykjavik from an expert driver guide in a minibus, which is a best choice for those who doesn’t want to drive all the way. We also guarantee you a small group experience for more unforgettable memories. You could take amazing landscape pictures from the Katla Ice Cave, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and the Reynisfjara black sand beach. Enjoying the highlights in the South Coast with our fun and expert guides.
After arriving in Vík, you will hop on a super jeep, and go for a 40-minutes off road bumpy ride to the Katla Ice Cave! Your guide will share interesting stories about the Katla volcano (located underneath the Myrdalsjökull icecap) along the way. Simply enjoy the breathtaking views, you will feel like you are on the moon!
Then our guide will provide you with all the safety equipment before entering the ice cave. Katla Ice Cave 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.
After the ice cave tour, we will drive you back to Reykjavik.
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What to bring?
Know Before You Go
- Please write down your hotel address at the check-out page
- 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
- 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
- Minimum age: 8 years
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 min before
- Detailed operator information, including local phone number and address, are included on your confirmation email (please check your junk box as well, in case you didn’t receive the confirmation email)
Meeting Point
Pick-up from Reykjavik (Please let us know your hotel address)
Reykjavík, Iceland
18 reviews for Katla Ice Cave Day Trip From Reykjavik With South Coast Highlights
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Gillbert
The highlight of our Iceland holiday! The ice cave was stunning and the whole team are very passionate and professional!
Donavan
The journey is well organized, with transportation and logistics smoothly handled, thanks for a nice day visiting the ice cave. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, they shared fascinating insights about the geology and history of the area.
Teresa Mak
The trip is designed for a full day, making it packed with activities yet comfortably paced. While the ice cave is the standout, the sightseeing stops enhance the overall experience. It’s worth noting that appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear are essential to fully enjoy this adventure.