Highlights of the Tour

• Ice Cave exploration
• Glacier Walk tour
• Glacier Lagoon and the Diamond Beach
• Black beaches of Vík and Reynisfjara
• Northern Lights Hunt
• Luxurious 4-star Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Ice Cave Adventure

You do not need to spend a long time in Iceland to discover the great diversity of its natural wonders. In only two days this tour takes you to many of the country’s highlights, including the renowned Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón, the majestic glaciers of the South Coast the beautiful waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. On top of the stunning scenery you will experience the exciting activities of glacier walking and a tour into the Ice Caves of Europe’s largest glacier. We spend the night at a brand new 4 star hotel, the only in the region. Its country side location is the perfect spot to experience the Northern Lights!

Included: Qualified driver guide, transportation in a 4-wheel drive minibus, accommodation at a 4-star hotel with breakfast (price is based on double room, single passengers and groups with odd numbers must pay a single supplement to have a single room during the tour). Glacier Walk and an Ice Cave tour.

Not included: Lunch, dinner.

Minimum age: 10 years

Note: Our expert guides may adjust the program depending on weather and conditions. The aim will always be to give the best and safest possible experience!

The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and therefore sightings can not be guaranteed.

Single travellers must choose the singe supplement option during the booking process.

Add accommodation in Reykjavík for the perfect short break in Iceland.

Need more help with planning your tour to Iceland? Contact us at incoming@mountainguides.is

Day 1: Reykjavik – Glacier walk – Skaftafell

After your driver guide picks you up at your accommodations in Reykjavík, you will be whisked out of the capital and headed east towards the picturesque south coast. The further east we get the more stunning the scenery becomes. Numerous waterfalls tumble down from steep cliffs and giant glaciers and vast black deserts form sharp contrast. On the way we will stop for an exciting glacier walk on Sólheimajökull or Svínafellsjökull glacier. We will reach our luxurious 4-star hotel in time for dinner (not included). In the evening we will be on the lookout for the magical lights of the winter sky, the Aurora Borealis, hoping they will make an appearance for us.

Day 2: Icebergs and Ice Caves

After breakfast we continue further east to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon filled with huge floating icebergs that have broken off from the glacier. Here we also get to see the diamond beach where icebergs appear as diamonds on the black sand beach. After having admired this spectacle of ice and water we will have an adventurous trip into one of the ice caves of Europe’s largest glacier. In the afternoon we start our journey back to Reykjavik. On the way we take time to ramble along the black beach of Reynisfjara, being aware of the huge and powerful waves of the Atlantic Ocean, and to take a close look at the beautiful waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss before returning to Reykjavik in late afternoon/early evening.

This schedule may change due to weather and conditions.

Equipment list – Short Breaks

Equipment list for Short Breaks

Equipment list for Short breaks

Boots and Clothing:

• Light hiking boots.
• Thermal underwear – Wool or synthetic.
• Wind and waterproof jacket and pants.
• Hiking pants.
• Gloves.
• Warm socks.
• Warm hat.
• Extra warm jacket / parka for cold days (winter).

Other gear:

• Small backpack for clothes and items used during the day – 20L (1200 cu in).
• Sunglasses and sun protection (summer & spring).
• Water bottle.
• Casual clothes / change of clothes.
• Prescription medication and other personal health items.
• Toiletries; Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap etc.
• Swim suit (depends on tour).

Optional gear:

• Walking pole(s).
• Sun/rain Hat or a Cap.
• Camera, spare batteries and a memory card or films.

Should you have any questions regarding this equipment list or the equipment on our tours feel free to contact incoming@mountainguides.is.