Note that the recent volcanic activity in Iceland is not causing any issues with arriving and departing from Iceland.
All regular tours and activities are operating as scheduled with the exception of Blue Lagoon visits and Reykjanes tours. The volcanic activity is limited to an area on the Reykjanes peninsula, with no effects on the capital area or other areas in Iceland.
In the case of any cancellations due to Blue Lagoon closures or other interruptions, a full refund will be provided.
Tour Operator: Troll Expeditions 12 hours Travel method:   Mini Bus / Car Region / Starts from: Capital Region
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Katla Ice Cave South Coast - Day Tour from Reykjavik

Join this day tour to Katla Ice Cave. You are joining an adventure with endless possibilities and envy-worthy photo-ops. From the magnificent Katla Ice Cave, the majestic Seljalandsfoss waterfall, to the mighty waves of the Atlantic Oceans at the Reynisfjara black sand beach. Enjoying the most famous locations in the South Coast with our fun and creative guides. Once in Vík you will hop on a super-jeep go for a 40-minutes off road bumpy ride into what we describe as the doorstep of the highlands! On the way, your guide will share with you interesting stories about the Katla volcano (located underneath the massive Myrdalsjökull icecap. The views on the way are breathtaking, you will feel like you are on the moon! Before entering the cave, our guide will provide you with all the safety gear needed before accessing the ice cave: please pay attention to your guide's safety instructions! Katla Ice Cave is truly unique, since it has layers of ash from 1918 eruption well enclosed in the ice. Underneath the Mýrdalsjökull glacier waits the mighty volcano Katla, where both the glacier and the ice cave takes their name from. Once the exploration has finished, we will start making our way back to the meeting point in Vik, where our driver guide will be waiting for you to guide you back to Reykjavik capital area.



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Free cancellation until 999 days before the departure
Cancellation fees:
+999 days - No charge
999 days-1 day - 3% of total reservation value
<1 day - 100% of total reservation value
What is included
  • Driver guide, pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavik capital area
  • Small group experience
  • Wi-Fi and Icelandic music on board
  • Ride on a Super-jeep to and from the ice cave 
  • All necessary glacier equipment: helmet, crampons 
Meeting point
Please be ready at 8:00am at you selected pick up location: We start picking up at the Bus-Stops around central Reykjavik and then move on to the pick ups located outside the center. The pick up process usually takes up to 30 minutes.
Important information
  • Hiking boots (also available for rent)
  • Outdoors clothing (waterproof out layers are available for rent)
  • Joy and Happiness
Attention

- Minimum Age for the Ice cave is 8 years.

- We might have to adjust timings and schedule due to the short daylight in the winter time, and also to try to avoid big crowds.

- Pick up is from designated locations in Reykjavík. Pick up from Keflavík airport or outside of the greater capital area is not available.

- Food: We stop at locations like gas stations and small shops where you will be able to buy snacks/sandwiches and drinks.

  At lunch time we will also stop at locations where you will find warm lunch options.

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