Ice Cave & Glacier Hike - 1 day
Ice Cave & Glacier Hike - 1 day
Ice Cave & Glacier Hike - 1 day
1 Days Starting and ending in Reykjavik
Visiting: Reykjavík, Vik, Vatnajokull, Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss
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Group size:
2 - 14
Age range:
Minimum age - 6 years
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Tour Overview
YEAR-ROUND TOUR: Explore waterfalls, ice caves, and glaciers on this 11-hour day tour from Reykjavik. Hike up Skogafoss, walk behind Seljalandsfoss, wander through ice caves, and trek across Kotlujokull glacier to marvel at the beautiful scenery and the panoramic views that this tour provides.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Reykjavik
Location: Reykjavík, Vik, Vatnajokull, Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Reykjavík
After being picked up at 09:00 from Reykjavik in a 4X4 Super Jeep, our tour begins with a stunning drive down to the village of Vik, where we prepare for our glacier experience.
Moving towards our destination you are treated to incredible views of the surrounding glaciers and mountains. Donning our helmets and crampons, we walk to the base of Kotlujokull glacier, which is a glacier tongue protruding from the larger Myrdalsjokull glacier. We continue to to the ice cave. Here we witness the beautiful layers of different coloured ice as the guide tells you all about the glacier, ice cave, and surrounding area. We spend around 2 hours exploring the area before hiking around the glacier in search of any other accessible caves. Then we begin our journey back to Reykjavik.
On this drive there will be the opportunity to stop at both Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Hike up the right side of Skogafoss to look at the trolls face that stares at the waterfall for all eternity and then walk behind Seljalandsfoss to marvel at the panoramic view of the stunning Icelandic countryside. We arrive back in Reykjavik at approximately 20:00.
Please note: Due to a shortage of daylight, this tour will not have time to visit Skogafoss during the winter. If booking this tour between 16 November - 31 January, you will only visit Seljalandsfoss. Information regarding your pick-up location in Reykjavik will be visible on your booking documentation.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Pick-up & drop off in Reykjavik
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Transportation in a 4x4 Super Jeep
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English speaking licensed adventure guide
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Visit to natural ice cave & Kotlujokull glacier hike
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Visit to Seljalandsfoss waterfall (all departures) and Skogafoss waterfall (1 Feb - 15 Nov departures only)
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Crampons for walking on ice
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All required safety equipment
What's Not Included
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International Flights and Visas
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Meals
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Tips for your guide - this is an entirely personal gesture
Check out our Q&As
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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