Top 15 Ice Cave Tours in Vik

1.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,110 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $194Our pick

You’ll ride an off-road Super Jeep from Vík across Mýrdalssandur to Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, then walk with crampons into the changing Katla Ice Cave. Guides such as Helgi, Peter, Alex, and Kamil add useful stories about volcanoes and ice. Expect a bumpy ride, a short slippery walk, and striking blue ice mixed with black ash.

“Our guide was excellent, was fun and friendly, explained about the cave and interesting facts, answered our questions and gave us plenty of time in the cave. He also was great at taking photos of us!”

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2.Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,746 reviews · 4 hours · from $165Best value

Meet at Tröll Expeditions in Hof for a four-hour small-group trip onto Falljökull. Your certified English-speaking guide provides crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe before leading you past crevasses, moulins, and a changing blue ice cave. Guides such as Maria, Elena, and Camino are praised for clear safety advice and thoughtful pacing.

“I thought that the tour was WONDERFUL! We lucked out and had a beautiful sunny day and about 50 degrees out. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the glacier and was able to answer all of our questions. The ice cave was especially neatly. I would highly suggest taking this tour!”

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3.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,310 reviews · from $230

From Vik’s Icelandic Lava Show, you’ll ride a rugged Jeep toward Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, fit crampons and a helmet, then walk to a natural ice cave beneath Katla Volcano. English-speaking guides such as Stefan, Oi, Siggi, and Sara explain the cave’s geology and help you safely through changing ice conditions.

“This was one of the most incredible experiences during our visit to Iceland. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided many opportunities to see Katla from different vantage points. All safety gear was included.”

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4.Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Ride a Super Jeep from Vik to Kötlujökull Glacier, then walk into a natural ice cave beneath Katla Volcano. A certified guide leads the short glacier route, explains the ice and volcano, and supplies a helmet and crampons. Guides such as Hawk, Gaby, Syra, and Edgar are praised for making the trip both safe and entertaining.

“Incredible, other-worldlike experience! There was more hiking than we expected (one family member was older) and maybe less time in the cave itself. But amazing scenery and we could take it slow, and the provided crampons were invaluable. Definitely needed fully waterproof jacket/pants that day, and I was happy I brought hiking boots. Our guide Natalia was fantastic—so much great information. Would highly recommend thus tour!”

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5.Ice Cave Tour from Vík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 733 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $220Top rated

From Vík, Katlatrack takes you by rugged off-road vehicle toward Katla Ice Cave, then leads you on a glacier walk and 45 to 60 minutes of cave exploration. Guides such as Ari, Boris, Carlos, and Thomas add local stories, music, safety help, and photos. The route is active, weather-dependent, and best for ages six and up.

“This was a great experience. Had a blast exploring the unique terrain and landscapes of Iceland. The guide was helpful and focused on our safety to and from the cave. The jeep ride out and back was bumpy but fun and as someone who usually gets carsick it didn’t make me nauseous.”

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6.Katla Ice Cave Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 3 hours · from $181

From Vík, you’ll ride a Gravel Travel Super Jeep into the Katla Glacier area, hear stories about the subglacial volcano, and walk a few minutes to a natural ice cave. Guides such as Gunnar, David, Tate, and Teitur are known for lively explanations and helpful photos. Expect a small group, uneven ground, crampons, and a cave that changes with the seasons.

“Our guide told us a lot of interesting things, it was really fun. The cave was an exciting experience, and we were able to take some really cool photos.”

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7.Myrdalsjokull glacier and Katla Ice Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 212 reviews · 3 hours · from $250

Meet outside Ice Cave Bistro in Vík for a three-hour English-language trip onto Mýrdalsjökull. A super jeep carries you toward Kötlujökull, where you put on crampons and a helmet before walking to a natural ice cave shaped by Katla Volcano. Guides such as Helgi, Alex, Jon, and Martin are known for clear explanations and good humor.

“I was a little nervous to do this tour because I don't do well when it comes to ice and I wasn't in the best physical shape. Then while we were on the tour there were some fear with heights, too. But our guide was incredible and helped me through it all. He made the tour a great experience! I was able to get passed the fear of being on ice and heights ( a little bit, haha). I'm glad I did it and would recommend this tour to anyone.”

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8.Katla Volcano Ice Cave – Super Jeep Tour from Vik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 199 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $202

Ride from Vik in a modified super jeep or similar off-road vehicle to Kötlujökull, hike across Mýrdalsjökull, and enter the best accessible natural ice cave available that day. Guides such as Alex, Leif, Peter, and Sylvester are praised for their stories and family-friendly approach. Expect a small cave, changing conditions, crampons, and a bumpy ride.

“Excellent experience and knowledgeable guide. He was funny and made the shuttle to the glacier memorable. The winter views of the cave are breathtaking and definitely worth it.”

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9.Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 187 reviews · 12 hours · from $299

Spend 12 hours exploring Iceland’s South Coast from Reykjavík, with stops at Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara. Then switch to a Super Jeep for a bumpy ride toward Katla Ice Cave and a guided glacier walk. English-speaking guides such as Beda, Federico, and Jake add useful stories and safety help along the way.

“We absolutely loved the tour. Both of our guides were awesome. The bus was really comfy & made the 12 hour day feel so easy. Katla was gorgeous & Thales our guide made it a really fun day. He was a highlight of the day for sure! We had a great time. Absolutely worth the money & was the perfect way to go explore the South Coast. We normally aren’t “tour” people when we travel, so we were nervous about it, but it was great. 10/10”

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10.Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $320

Leave Reykjavik at 8:00 a.m. for Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, and a thrilling super-jeep ride to Katla Ice Cave. A small group of up to 18 shares a guide, glacier gear, and a long but rewarding day. Hiking boots are required, with rentals available.

“Incredible day, one of our favourite of the trip. Our guides were so knowledgeable, friendly, and took their time to let us explore.”

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11.Katla Ice Cave Tour from Vik Small-Group Guided Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $190

From Vik, you’ll ride a 4WD across Mýrdalsandur to Katla Glacier, passing black-sand plains, Hafursey, and Mýrdalsjökull. Guides such as Gunnar, Daniel, Teitur, and Valthor explain the glacier and help you use the cave equipment. Expect about three hours, a short uphill walk, and a small natural cave that changes with the season.

“I had low expectations, but was pleasantly surprised by the experience. I cave was in disguise from the exterior, but was amazing when inside of it.”

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12.South Coast & Katla Ice Cave Adventure From Reykjavik in a 4×4

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $318

Spend about 11 hours exploring South Iceland in a Wi-Fi-equipped 4x4, with stops at Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Vikurfjara Beach, and Katla Glacier. Ice gear is supplied, and guides such as Daniel, Jón, Siggi, and Snyper have led departures. Expect a moderate hike, changeable weather, and limited time at some stops.

“My favourite tour this trip. Amazing views. A true adventure. Our guide was amazing. I would definitely recommend this tour, once in a lifetime for me visiting a natural ice cave.”

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13.3 Hours Katla Ice Cave Tour/Meet in Vík

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $266

Meet at Ice Cave Bistro in Vík for a roughly three-hour trip to Kötlujökull, where a guide leads you into the Katla Ice Cave. Guides such as Helgi, Alex, Benny, and Siggi have been praised for their humor and local insight. Expect a bumpy Super Jeep ride, changing weather, snow, and a walk over uneven glacier terrain.

“3 hours for a few minutes in the cave. Tons of people. Very little information from the guide. It was all about getting a photo for Instagram.”

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14.Ice Cave at Katla Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $348

Travel from Vík toward Katla Volcano in a small group, then walk with crampons and a helmet into a naturally changing ice tunnel beneath the glacier. Guides such as Stefan and Trym explain the volcanic ash and melting ice. Allow about three hours, and bring sturdy trekking shoes, warm layers, and clothes you do not mind getting dirty.

“Very intense, personal experience in a small group. Great views, amazing ice. Special thanks to guide Stefan!”

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15.Ice Cave Katla Private Super Jeep Tour from Vík

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews

Take a four-hour private super jeep trip from Vík to Katla glacier. Walk through changing ice caves, hike with crampons, hear local stories at Hjorleifshöfði, visit Yoda Cave, and reach a quiet black-sand beach. Guides including James, Peter, and Kalman are praised for personal, careful support.

“Our guide James was so very kind and knowledgeable. He was able to personalize our tour and we had a blast! We felt safe but up close to the amazing nature Iceland had to offer. 10/10 recommend!”

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