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Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Walk

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Overview

Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull Glacier on a thrilling hike that includes a visit to a newly discovered blue ice cave. This 3,5-hour guided adventure begins at the Base Camp where you’ll receive all necessary equipment, including crampons and an ice axe. Traverse breathtaking glacier formations and deep crevasses while learning about the glacier’s geology from an expert guide. After marveling at the crystal blue tunnel inside the cave, return across the glacier to the Base Camp, enriched by a unique Icelandic experience.

- Glacier hike duration: 4 hours with a moderate difficulty
- Minimum age requirement: 10 years
- Professional guide with knowledge of glacier geology
- All equipment provided, including crampons and ice axes for safety

What's Included

  • Safety equipment
  • Use of toilet facility at our Basecamp
  • Blue Ice Cave Visit
  • Lunch
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What To Expect

Start your adventure at the Icelandic Mountain Guides Base Camp by Sólheimajökull glacier. Here, your guide will provide you with all the necessary equipment—ice axe, crampons, harness, and helmet—and explain how to use them safely.

From Base Camp, you’ll walk toward the glacier and step onto the ice. The hike takes you across dramatic formations, winding ridges, and deep crevasses. Along the way, your guide will share insights into how glaciers form and change, and point out fascinating details in the ice and surrounding landscape.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to a recently discovered blue ice cave. Formed naturally by summer meltwater, the cave reveals shimmering crystal walls and striking shades of blue. You’ll have time to explore inside and take photos while your guide explains how these caves appear and transform each season.

After experiencing the cave, you’ll hike back across the glacier, enjoying more views of this ever-changing frozen world before returning to Base Camp where the tour ends.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Walk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Walk?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Safety equipment.
  • Use of toilet facility at our Basecamp.
  • Blue Ice Cave Visit.
  • Coffee & Tee at our Basecamp.
  • Glacier gear.
  • Experienced and qualified glacier guide.
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  • Lunch.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the Sólheimajökull Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Walk is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Use of toilet facility at our Basecamp
  • Blue Ice Cave Visit
  • Coffee & Tee at our Basecamp
  • Glacier gear
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  • Lunch

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  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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