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The Cave Explorer

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Enter the mighty Víðgelmir
The Great Hall
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Offered in: English

Overview

Caves are often dark, tight and uninviting places; however this is not the case on The Cave Explorer tour! 

What used to be slow traveled rugged terrain is now easy and enjoyable, thanks to our signature walkway caving just became family friendly.  Leading from one great hall to the next the path is lit slightly flowing through this magical underworld.  

The stunning beauty of Víðgelmir lava cave lies in the amazing colours and rock formations that used to hide in the dark. Not any more! With fixed lights at selected locations this impressive cave can now be enjoyed with all that it has to offer. 

The Cave Explorer tour offers the very best of caving, the ease, the light and the dark!

What's Included

  • Use of helmet
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Meeting Location

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Fljótstunga
320 Reykholt, Iceland

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What To Expect

All tours start at The Cave's service house. 

Trip info

Tour Duration:  1.5hrs 

Difficulty: 1/5

Price: 6.500 ISK. per person 

Includes: Helmet and headlight.

Excludes: Personal clothing and gear. Tour Departure Times Summer departures (June, July, August) 

Every hour, on the hour from 09:00 to 18:00

Spring and Fall (Mars, April, May & September, October, November)

10:00 - 11:30 - 13:00 - 14:00 - 15:00 - 16:00 Winter departures (December, January, February )

10:00 - 11:30 - 13:00 - 15:00 *Guests are required to show up 10-15min before tour departs.
*Hotel pick-up not available. 
*Gloves and hat are recommended.
*Guest with children under the age of 6 will have to comply with guidelines set by the cave. This includes location of party on tour and possibly turn around before last stop of the tour. For more information, email info@thecave.is or visit our contact page. 

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Cave Explorer?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-64971P1

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4.73
313 reviews

Average 4.73 out of 5 stars based on 313 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Cave Explorer?
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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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The following is included:
  • Use of helmet.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Accessibility information for the The Cave Explorer is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Cave Explorer will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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