The 11 Super Jeep Tours on the South Coast That Survive a Bad Forecast

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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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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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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4.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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5.Small Group Day Tour to Lakagigar volcano by Super Jeep from Klaustur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $334Top rated

From Kirkjubæjarklaustur, ride a Super Jeep into Vatnajökull National Park to see Lakagígar and Tjarnargígur craters, Fagrifoss waterfall, and Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon. Guide David Thor may lead the day, which includes hotel pickup, marked walking trails, and a maximum of 10 people.

“Highly recommended, this area of Iceland is amazing and David the tour guide was awesome! Each hike was fantastic and unique.”

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6.Superjeep south coast & Katla Ice Caves from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $591

Travel from Reykjavik in a superjeep with a guide and a maximum of 10 people. Visit Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, then reach Katla Ice Cave, where black, white, and blue ice formed over centuries creates a striking natural world. Pickup is included from Reykjavik and several South Coast towns.

“An absolutely fabulous day. Driving across the volcanic fields, was awe-inspiring. The glacier was magnificent and climbing up to the ice cave was easier than I had expected due to steps having been cut into the ice. The ice cave itself was magnificent and like nothing I could have imagined. A definite must-do!”

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7.Eyjafjallajökull by Super Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $391

Ride a Super Jeep across the snow to Eyjafjallajökull, then walk on the glacier with a local guide. This small-group tour lasts about five hours, includes pickup from Reykjavík, Selfoss, Vík, Hella, or Hvolsvöllur, and returns to the Brú Base Camp. Bring food, water, and patience for limited bathroom access.

“Very cool views. But tour did not communicate well re the length of the tour, need to bring food and water and limited bathroom facilities en route. Wouldn’t do it again.”

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8.Private Superjeep Full-Day South Coast and Eyjafjallajokull Volcano Sights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Reykjavik in a private Superjeep with a local English-speaking driver-guide. Over 8 to 10 hours, visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Urriðafoss, Vík, black-sand beaches, bird cliffs, and sights shaped by the 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for groups of up to six.

“Having had a positive experience with Superjeep.is on a Northern Lights trip, you’d think it couldn’t get any better - and then it did, thanks to the fantastic Guide, Raggi! The tour was varied and interesting, made all the more so by Raggi’s excellent information and guidance together with his enthusiastic sense of humour. Nothing was too much trouble for Raggi and we all had a fantastic time and laughed - a lot! That said, we saw the most incredible landscape - a complete comparison to everything else we saw in Iceland and nature at its best and most breath-taking. Huge thanks to the wonderful Raggi and Superjeeps - we…”

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9.Ice Cave Katla Private Super Jeep Tour from Vík

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews

You ride a modified super jeep from Vík to Katla glacier, where a trained guide leads you through changing ice caves and across the glacier. The outing also visits Hjörleifshöfði, Yoda Cave, and a quiet black-sand beach. Guides such as James, Kalman, and Peter are praised for calm, personal help.

“We had an amazing experience visiting the glacier and ice cave. I was pretty nervous trekking across the ice but Kalman was patient and did a great job of helping me to feel more comfortable. We had a great group. And we got to go on a bit of a wild fox chase and that added to the fun. Highly recommend this tour!”

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10.Private Thorsmork Guided Day Hike by Super Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours exploring Þórsmörk from Hvolsvöllur in a private Super Jeep for up to four people. Your English-speaking guide takes you across rough highland roads and unbridged glacial rivers, then leads hikes among waterfalls, canyons, and glacier views. Guides include Ingimar, Ingvar, and Robert. Lunch and safety gear are included, but you must bring proper hiking shoes.

“Very helpful, experienced and informative guide. Ingimar is the best Adventurous trek and beautiful sceneries. Lucky enough to spot Frosty the white fox.”

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11.South Coast Tour & Glacier Hike | Private Super Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Ride from Reykjavik in a private Super Jeep with guide Evangelos, stopping at two major waterfalls, Reynisfjara black-sand beach, and Solheimajokull Glacier. The glacier walk takes about two hours and includes safety gear, a guide, coffee, and Icelandic snacks. Hiking boots and warm waterproof clothing are required.

“5/5 stars! Evangelos was super friendly and nice. Very well prepared. Already recommended him to more people.”

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