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The 15 Ice Cave Tours on the South Coast That Survive a Bad Forecast

28 tours  ·  from $181

Daylight and weather decide the shape of an Icelandic trip. These 15 ice cave tours on the south coast are priced and timed so you can slot one in and move on.

From Vik: Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour - The Super Jeep ride across Mýrdalssandur
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From Vik: Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

1.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

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

From Vík, you’ll ride a high-clearance Super Jeep across Mýrdalssandur, walk on Mýrdalsjökull Glacier with crampons, and enter the changing Katla Ice Cave. English-speaking guides such as Helgi, Peter, Alex, and Kamil add useful geology, local stories, humor, and patient help on slippery sections. Some options include Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.

“The ride was a big van for off roading, photos do not do justice of the views of the glacier, mountains and volcanic ash. We went in September so we did not have high expectations of the ice cave but it was really cool to walk through one specially not in winter time. We were one of the last groups so the glacier was not really crowded. Our tour guy was helpful and funny.”

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From Vik: Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour - The Super Jeep ride across Mýrdalssandur
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From Vik: Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

2.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

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

Ride from Vik in a rugged super jeep, cross Mýrdalsjökull Glacier on foot, and enter a natural ice cave beneath Katla Volcano. Your English-speaking guide supplies crampons, helmets, and safety gear, explains the cave’s volcanic origins, and may adjust the route when weather or ice conditions change.

“That tour was beyond our expectations for sure. Hana, our guide was , what can i say, unbelievably amazing, knowledgeable about that area, very informative about everything, helping people all the way up, driving that monster vehicle like a pro, taking pictures of people, freely interacting with everyone, and she’s really Icelandic beauty. Highly recommended her and this tour. You can drive #1 but you can’t get real feeling about inland unless you go there. Katla cave and that Morder like surrounding area will be unforgettable for us. Thank you, Selma and Zdenko, from CanadaRead more”

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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik - What makes Katla’s ice cave unusual
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Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

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

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

From Vík, ride a Super Jeep across rough glacier terrain to Kötlujökull, an outlet of Mýrdalsjökull Glacier. With a helmet, crampons, and a certified guide such as Hawk, Gaby, Syra, or Edgar, you walk into a natural ice cave beneath Katla Volcano. Expect striking ice, wind, gravel, and a small cave that may allow only brief group visits.

“Worth seeing. Ride to sight is 40 minutes, off toad& bumpy. Walk on ice is challenging even with clip on ice cleats provided. You need to have reasonable balance and be steady on your feet.”

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Reykjavik: Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour - The Reykjavík pickup and long ride south
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Reykjavik: Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour

4.Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,090 reviews · from $270

Travel from Reykjavík to Vík, then ride a Super Jeep toward Mýrdalsjökull and hike into the natural Katla Ice Cave. Expect black volcanic ash in blue ice, two major waterfalls, English-speaking guides, and a long day with bumpy off-road travel. Warm waterproof clothing and sturdy hiking shoes are essential.

“The experience was phenomenal, the falls, our tour guides. we will definitely comeback to Iceland”

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Ice Cave Tour from Vík - Walking across black ash and glacial ground
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Ice Cave Tour from Vík

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 glacier, then leads you on a brisk walk across volcanic ground and ice. Allow about three hours, with 45 to 60 minutes inside and around the cave. Guides such as Ari, Boris, Carlos, and Thomas add stories, photos, and safety support.

“Thomas is a great guide. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip being one of the best activities we did in Iceland.”

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3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights - Day one: Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss
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3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights

6.3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 634 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,058

Spend three full days traveling from Reykjavík through Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, waterfalls, black-sand beaches, Jökulsárlón, and Vatnajökull. You’ll hike on a glacier, enter a naturally formed blue ice cave by Super Jeep, sleep two nights with breakfast, and hunt for the Northern Lights with an English-speaking guide.

“We were picked up from the nearest bus stop in Reykjavik (tip: if you want hotel pickup instead of walking to the nearest bus stop, book a hotel that isn't in the city centre exclusion zone). The whole pickup process was seamless, no complaints there. Firstly, shout out to Paul who was our bus driver/tour guide (this company doesn't employ a seperate tour guide so the bus driver has to drive the bus, be the guide and organise everything). Paul was a warm and friendly local who knew Iceland like the back of his hand. He took us to little spots where he grew up and told us stories about…”

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Reykjavik: South Coast and Katla Ice Cave Small Group Tour - A practical 10-hour day from Reykjavik
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Reykjavik: South Coast and Katla Ice Cave Small Group Tour

7.South Coast and Katla Ice Cave Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 625 reviews · 10 hours · from $234

Spend a full day on Iceland’s south coast with a local English-speaking guide such as Jon, Gunnar, or Bart. Visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Víkurfjara beach, and the changing Katla Ice Cave. The tour includes transport, glacier gear, Wi-Fi, and an off-road Super Jeep ride, but you need hiking shoes, warm clothing, food, and gloves.

“What a great day easily the best trip we went on while in Iceland. The guide Byon or John in English was a top guy....very informative... A real must trip and a great bit of fun at the end...... Surprise.......Thanks”

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From Vik: Katla Ice Cave Small-Group Tour - What Katla and Mýrdalsjökull mean to the experience
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From Vik: Katla Ice Cave Small-Group Tour

8.Katla Ice Cave Small-Group Tour

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

From Vík, ride a Gravel Travel Super Jeep into the highlands and walk into a natural Katla ice cave. Your English-speaking guide explains the subglacial volcano, glacier science, and local folklore. Guides such as Gunnar, David, and Tate are praised for lively storytelling. Expect a short cave visit, dramatic scenery, and uneven ground.

“It was awesome! Great guide beautiful landscape and the cave was breathtaking! Highly recommend.”

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Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik - Reykjavik pickup requires patience
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Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

9.Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 272 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $300

Travel from Reykjavik to Skógafoss, Vík, and Seljalandsfoss, then ride a modified Super Jeep across Mýrdalsjökull Glacier. A certified guide leads you over the ice and into the best safe, naturally formed Katla cave available that day. Guides such as Helgi, Nils, Kari, and Adam have earned special praise for safety and storytelling.

“Amazing experience! The ice cave was beautiful! The guide was awesome. It was extra excitement riding to the location in the 4x4 vehicle! All in all it was great!”

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From Vik: Myrdalsjokull glacier and Katla Ice Cave Tour - Walking toward Kötlujökull Ice Cave
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From Vik: Myrdalsjokull glacier and Katla Ice Cave Tour

10.Myrdalsjokull glacier and Katla Ice Cave Tour

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

Meet at Ice Cave Bistro in Vík for a three-hour Super Jeep trip onto Mýrdalsjökull. With helmets, crampons, and guides such as Alex, Helgi, or Martin, you’ll hike to Kötlujökull Ice Cave, see blue ice and volcanic ash, and learn about Katla’s changing glacier world.

“We have done a few different tours during our trip but this one was outstanding. Beautiful experience”

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From Reykjavík: Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Tour - The drive from Reykjavík sets the pace
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From Reykjavík: Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Tour

11.Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 11 hours · from $301

This full-day trip combines a super-jeep ride to Katla Ice Cave with stops at Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. English-speaking guides such as Monika, Siggy, Tate, and Daniel have been praised for good stories and calm handling. Expect a long day, a bumpy glacier ride, changing cave conditions, and spectacular scenery.

“The whole thing was fantastic from start to finish. Tom was wonderful, he made the first half of the trip so relaxed and full of great information and good humour, we felt very well taken care of! Then we were picked up by David who was also friendly and informative, a really interesting person with loads of stories to share. The Katla Icecave experience is beyond words — we were lucky to experience great weather for it and got some amazing photos. Its well worth the money spent for the time and attention. This tour is an essential to anyone exploring Iceland for the first time!”

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Katla Volcano Ice Cave - Super Jeep Tour from Vik - Meeting in Vík and finding the right parking area
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Katla Volcano Ice Cave – Super Jeep Tour from Vik

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

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

Ride from Vík in a modified super jeep, hike across Mýrdalsjökull, and enter the best accessible natural ice cave near Kötlujökull. Guides such as Alex, Peter, Leiver, and Roberto add local stories and glacier facts. Expect a small cave, big scenery, a bumpy ride, and changing ice conditions.

“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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From Reykjavik 2-Day South Coast Tour with Blue Ice Cave - Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, two very different waterfalls
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From Reykjavik 2-Day South Coast Tour with Blue Ice Cave

13.From Reykjavik 2-Day South Coast Tour with Blue Ice Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 197 reviews · from $725

Travel from Reykjavik by minibus along Iceland’s south coast, stopping at Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Reynisfjara, Jökulsárlón, and Diamond Beach. Your English-speaking guide handles the driving and cave logistics, while you spend one night in a country hotel with breakfast. The ice cave depends on weather and safe conditions.

“Spectacular scenery and an enjoyable experience. Only slight negative is that the ice caves are a tourist sausage factory designed to get you your two insta pics. The same experience slightly less rushed would have been more enjoyable”

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From Reykjavik: Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Tour - The 8:00 AM pickup and the ride south
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From Reykjavik: Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Tour

14.Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Tour

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

Spend 12 hours touring Iceland’s South Coast from Reykjavík, with stops at Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara before a Super Jeep ride to Katla Ice Cave. Expect a small-group minibus, an English-speaking guide, safety gear, a short glacier hike, and changing weather. Guides such as Beda, Federico, Max, and Jake have earned special praise for their care and humor.

“What an amazing tour! The bus was very comfortable, and the journey was well-paced with stops at beautiful waterfalls, the stunning Reynisfjara beach, and an unforgettable volcano and ice cave adventure. Visiting Katla was definitely the highlight! A huge shoutout to our fantastic guides, Max and Hawk—they were friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. The tour offered incredible value for everything we got to experience. We highly recommend it!”

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Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour From Reykjavík - Vík gives the long day a useful pause
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Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour From Reykjavík

15.Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour From Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $277

Ride from Reykjavík to Vík, then switch to a super-jeep for Katla Ice Cave with crampons, helmet, and glacier guides. You’ll also visit Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and the black-sand coast. Guides such as Monika, Siggie, John, and Gunnar have been praised for lively stories and strong local knowledge.

“This tour was amazing!!! The Katla ice cave was spectacular. I would highly recommend this, just for that experience. But adding in the waterfalls and the very knowledgable tour guide made the whole day perfect. (Our tour guide was Siggie, who was the best!!!)”

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