ICE CAVE TOURS IN VATNAJÖKULL
Explore the crystal blue ice caves in Iceland on a tour with us at Local Guide.
Our main speciality are ice caves
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ICE CAVE TOUR
Our most popular tour!
Join our signature Ice Cave Tour, a favorite among our guests! Explore a naturally shaped, ever-changing blue ice cave. On this tour our expert ice cave guides bring you to the best ice cave available. Currently, in October 2025 we are visiting during the tour some blue ice formations on the glacier and we get to experience a proper glacier hike as the only adventure of this kind available in the area.
BLUE ICE DISCOVERY
Smaller but with even bigger rewards
Explore the breathtaking blue ice of Vatnajökull on a small-group glacier adventure. Hike with an experienced local guide and discover stunning blue ice formations, hidden features, and ever-changing glacial landscapes. Perfect for those looking for a more immersive glacier experience in Iceland.
ICE CAVE DISCOVERY
Smaller but with even bigger rewards
Experience our premium small-group glacier adventure (max 8 people)! Go beyond the ice cave to discover hidden glacier viewpoints and pristine wilderness. Perfect for those seeking a more intimate, immersive ice cave and glacier hiking experience.
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Leszek Be11 October 2026
Genialna Pani przewodniczka Iga! 😊 Ogromna wiedza, świetne podejście i mnóstwo ciekawostek nie tylko o samych islandzkich lodowcach, ich historii i powstawaniu, ale również o Islandii jako kraju. Widać, że Iga ma prawdziwą pasję do tego, co robi, i potrafi nią zarazić innych.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Sarah10 October 2026
It was a rainy tour experience so we were soaked in the rain. We should have prepared better clothes for this weather. Experience was one of a kind. You have to walk on ice for hours to reach the ice caves.Posted on Google![]()
Danai Tzanetopoulou8 October 2026
An absolutely incredible experience – worth every minute! This was one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland! We did the 6-hour glacier hiking and ice cave experience, and honestly, it was worth every minute. I would definitely recommend choosing the longer option, as I’m not sure how much you would get to see with a shorter tour. Our guide Lucy Ann and Damian, were absolutely fantastic. They were incredibly friendly, helpful and attentive throughout the entire experience, always making sure we felt safe and comfortable on the glacier. They really went the extra mile to show us as much as possible. It was actually the first day of the season that the glacier was open for visitors, and they even took the time to build some additional access points on the spot so that we could explore caves that they themselves had only just discovered! It made the experience feel genuinely special and adventurous, rather than like a standard tour where you simply follow a predetermined route. A huge kudos to Lucy Ann and Damian for their enthusiasm, knowledge and dedication. They clearly love what they do and it showed throughout the entire experience. I would recommend this experience without hesitation. If you're considering it, go for the longer tour — you won't regret it!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Sabrina8 October 2026
Die Tour auf den Gletscher und die Eishöhlen war super! Die Fahrt dort hin war abenteuerlich isländisch, aber mit klasse Aussicht ;) Unser Guide hat einen tollen Job gemacht! Grüße gehen raus. Würden die Tour wieder machen. Unbedingt machen (eher bei Sonnenschein für den besseren Effekt in der Höhle)Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Giusi7 October 2026
It was a great experience, I truly recommend it. The guides were kind and the glacier is amazing. They let us did the experience even if it rained all day. Most of all, the company is efficient and kind. We had the tour planned for the morning at 9 but an issue with the car prevented us to be there in the morning. The company promptly and quickly replied to our message (even though we contacted them at 8:30 pm), giving different options to postpone our activity without loosing any money.Posted on Google![]()
Lisa Follett6 October 2026
We had the best time on our glacier hike. Barbara was a great guide. She was knowledgeable about the glacier and made the trip really fun. We felt safe and confident with our fearless leader. 😁Posted on Google![]()
Massimiliano Trenti6 October 2026
I loved this 4 hrs long tour, hiking on the Vatnajökull glacier, specifically on the Falljökull that we reached on a super jeep, after a short ride. Alex, the Californian tour guide, was very kind, prepared, keen to answer to all of our questions, explaining a lot about glaciers and Iceland and caring about our safety. Recommended!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Carlotta6 October 2026
La nostra guida, Thomas, è stata fantastica. Ha accompagnato l’escursione con delle spiegazioni semplici e curiosità. Il ghiacciaio è meraviglioso, abbiamo avuto l’opportunità, nonostante fosse il 1 ottobre, di visitare ben due grotte di ghiaccio. Ne vale assolutamente la pena!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
GetYourGuide Traveller6 October 2026
Ottima guida!! Ci ha portato in ben 4 caverne enormi per essere ottobre Siamo molto felici dell’esperienza con Emilia!Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Ivan6 October 2026
We had a fantastic experience, and our guide Damian was excellent. He was very attentive, answered all our questions with great patience, and made sure we had plenty of time to take photos in the most beautiful parts of the cave. He made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!Posted on Google![]()
Jean-Philippe Gagnon5 October 2026
On a adoré l'expérience Ice Cave with Discovery. La 1ère grotte est fun mais c'est le tourisme de masse à son fort MAIS la partie discovery qui est une randonnée guidée sur le glacier valait son pesant d'or. Des guides sympathiques qui répondent à nos 10 000 questions et qui savent où nous amener pour vivre une expérience hors du commun et qui veillent à notre sécurité. On se croyait sur une autre planète. C'est quand-même sportif comme expérience et requiert de l'équilibre. Amenez-vous un snack, c'est important. 100% sur toute la ligne.Posted on Getyourguide![]()
GetYourGuide Traveller5 October 2026
Very cool and our guide was a gem :)Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Stefan3 October 2026
Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis, wow! Alex hat die Tour souverän und unterhaltsam geführt und wir fanden den gezahlten Preis angemessen…Posted on Getyourguide![]()
Jennifer3 October 2026
Tutto perfetto, la guida è stata coinvolgente, suggestiva e simpatica. Non abbiamo potuto vedere la grotta più grande perché purtroppo allagata quindi abbiamo visto due bellissime grotte blu… spettacolari! Super consigliatoPosted on Getyourguide![]()
GetYourGuide Traveller26 September 2026
氷河のけっこう上のほうまで登りました。 クレバスの生成やモレーンの話など面白かったです。 なかなか他ではできない体験だと思いました。 バスではなく4輪駆動車で氷河に近いところまで行けるのも、無駄に歩くところが少なくて良かった点です。Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Chaithra D23 September 2026
Time of our lives The guide was extremely nice and kind and accommodating to us. So glad we booked this.Posted on Google![]()
Mateusz21 September 2026
We had an awesome hike with our Polish guide, Michal! He was very patient, explained everything clearly, helped us with our gear, and answered all our questions. The glacier is absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky to have perfect weather. I wish we could have hiked a bit further up, but with a mixed group, different levels of experience, and limited time, I understand that it’s difficult. On the way back, Michal also showed us some of the techniques and equipment used in more challenging conditions, which was super cool as well! Overall, a great experience and a fantastic guide!Posted on Google![]()
Jenn Re20 September 2026
Wir hatten für den 15.09. die Tour Glacier Encounter gebucht. Da wir bisher keine Erfahrung mit Gletscherwanderungen hatten, haben wir uns für die Einsteigertour entschieden. Die Tour war wunderschön und ist für jeden Einsteiger auch problemlos machbar. Unser Guide Michael war super nett und hat sich sehr viel Zeit genommen und alles ausführlich erklärt. Die Atmosphäre in der Eislandschaft ist einzigartig und faszinierend. Wir empfehlen jedem der nach Island reist eine solche Tour zu machen, es lohnt sich wirklich. Jenny und TobiasPosted on Google![]()
Lauren Grote12 September 2026
One of the highlights of our long trip to Iceland and worth every penny!!!!! We had the absolute BEST guide, Sam. Her energy and knowledge made the tour spectacular, and this very moderate hike gave us some of the best glacier views we have ever seen. Thank you!Posted on Google![]()
Jochum Binnema9 September 2026
Enorm goede gids, met goede uitleg skills.Posted on Google![]()
Lindsay Loyd2 September 2026
My family and I did the Glacier Encounter tour with Hannka. She was an excellent, knowledgeable, and helpful guide. We found the 3 hour tour to be plenty of time to explore, although we may have benefitted from being a small group (only 6) and we had a guide who was mindful of other larger groups on the glacier and hitting the hot spots strategically to avoid crowds or having to wait for our turn. The crampons were great, after the first few steps, it was easy to settle in. We had a gray day so we were glad to have layered up. On a sunny day, i would imagine you might overheat, and possibly sunburn. SPF and coverage needed for sure!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
BigFamilyofTravelers22 August 2026
Good guide, worth it Our guide Thorir was amazing. He was knowledgeable, down to earth, experienced and safe and even took some pictures for us. There is a 25 minute drive from the pickup point and about an hour on the glacier. You learn a ton and we got to do two small ice caves.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Mark D17 July 2026
Amazing experience! My family and I did the four hour glacier hike in July 2026 with Local Guide. The four of us were part of a group of eight (I believe that’s the max group size). Our guide was Michal (from Poland!) and he was simply excellent! From start to finish Michal was friendly, informative, patient and fun. The hike on the glacier and the scenery was stunning and was one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland - what a beautiful country. I would thoroughly recommend this experience to anybody thinking of doing it - thank you Michal for such a great experience.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Benjamin H13 July 2026
Great Guide, Highly Recommend We had a fantastic time walking the glacier and learning about many aspects of it, thanks to our guide. The beginner tour is not intense at all, just requires some light hiking. Shoutout to Barbara, 5/5 guide!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Marc-Antoine B9 July 2026
Merveilleuse sortie pour débutant! Superbe sortie sur le glacier avec notre guide Barbara. La description du tour est vraiment à point. La guide va a un rythme adéquat pour débutant et a à cœur la sécurité de tous. Merveilleuse sortie sur un site d'une beauté grandiose. J'en garderai un très beau souvenir. Je recommande!Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Connecticutgoodtogo11 June 2026
Doesn’t get better than this!! We lucked out with has to be the best guide ever! Michal’s knowledge of glacial history was phenomenal. His instructions on everything from crampon to position of stepping (up slope, down slope, on gravel vs. rock vs. ice ensured a safe and easy trip for all of us. He took pictures of all of us, let us repel downslopes, and just…made the trip one to remember. Forever!! Will recommend this to anyone I know coming to Iceland! Hope to see you again, Michal!! Ellin Van LeeuwenPosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Sanjay N7 June 2026
Grwst experience Great experience. Great location for pickup, knowledgeable guide and perfect sight seeing. We loved it.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Valerie from PA7 June 2026
Excellent - wouldn't do a 4-hour tour with anyone else Outstanding experience. Would highly recommend Local Guides. First they drive you in a four wheel drive vehicle directly to the glacier so you avoid hiking unless then optimal areas. Our guide took us and much better way than we saw other groups going where we got to be on the glacier much more. Great setup to fit you with crampons; great gear. Didn't waste time standing around talking... Truly outstanding glacier experience maximising time moving on the glacier. Can't imagine it being any better.Posted on Tripadvisor![]()
Teddy H4 May 2026
The once in a lifetime experience What an adventure. I highly recommand Local Guide. Our guide was awesome. Since the caves weren't as extraordinary as usual, Mike took the time with our small group (about 11 people) and brought us to two small caves, we had a nice hike on the glacier. He taught us a lot about the region. The tour that was expected to last 3 to 4 hours lasted 5 hours. That was definitely a great experiencePosted on Tripadvisor![]()
Alma G21 March 2026
Do not miss this one Beautiful caves, we saw four and hiked the glacier while walking from cave to cave. Takes about 3 hours and they are very well organised. Timely, proffessional and our guide Mika was great. He is full of stories just ask a question and he goes on. May seem pricey but this one is worth that price.Posted on Trustindex![]()
karen reyes29 January 2026
Best glacier tour ever We had an incredible experience exploring the glacier! Michel's guidance was exceptional—he shared fascinating history about the glacier, ensured our safety, and made the tour unforgettable. It truly felt like the best and most immersive way to experience such a unique place. This is an adventure everyone should try at least once!Posted on Trustindex![]()
Merrill Blake16 July 2025
Awesome Hike We had an amazing day hiking the glacier with Damien. He is FANTASTIC, very knowledgeable. He took care to make sure our small group stayed safe & together. We chose the moderate/advanced hike - it was a top 10 experience & the highlight of our trip. The fog began to lift as we were at the 2nd plateau & we were greeted by amazing views & landscape. Highly recommend!Posted on Trustindex![]()
Sietske Couperus11 May 2025
Amazing experience We had such an amazing time with Kish as our guide! Once in a lifetime experience for sure! We felt really safe and we learned a lot of mountaineering skills and interesting stuff about the gorgeous glacier!
WHY ARE WE ICE CAVES EXPERTS?
Expertise You Can Trust
As the original Ice Cave Tour operator, we know how to deliver safe, authentic, and unforgettable blue ice cave excursion. Our team of most educated and experienced guides ensures every tour is not only fun but also informative and secure.
Daily Adaptability for the Best Experience
Ice caves are ever-changing, and conditions can vary daily, with our experience we make sure to select the best and safest ice cave for exploration each day, what we look for is the experience, the safety first, but also the best cave but also factor in the traffic inside the ice caves since ice cave tours have been increasing in popularity since we where the only company offering those tours.
Commitment to Quality
We focus on offering tour with small-group sizes of max 12 persons per guide on our ice cave tour and 8 on our ice cave discovery.
Whether you choose our best selling Ice Cave Tour or the combination of glacier hiking with ice cave visit, you’ll enjoy a high-quality experience that prioritizes guest satisfaction.