Top Vik Half-day Tours

Experience the rare sensation of visiting a natural ice cave on this small-group tour. Board a Super Jeep in Vík and go off the beaten track into the Icelandic wilderness. You'll leave the regular tourist trail behind as you journey through a landscape of majestic mountains and glaciers toward the Katla Ice Cave.

While many tours in Iceland make pit stops at glaciers, fewer take you over them and close enough to discover their otherworldly features. With this small-group tour, take an easy glacier hike to see ice formations, crevasses, and water cauldrons that you’d miss just stopping for a look.

If you’re looking for an experience in Iceland where you witness a rare natural wonder—this is the ideal option. The tour gives you access to somewhere that you wouldn’t be able to reach alone—an ice cave that sits underneath Katla Volcano. Travel with ease up to the ice cave in a Super Jeep. It’s a safe experience as you are given a helmet and crampons, and a guide leads the way so you don’t get lost.

Embark on a thrilling off-road adventure to witness the majestic Katla ice cave from Vik. Venture in a 4WD vehicle across rocky terrains until you reach the magnificent Mýrdalsjökull glacier—the fourth largest ice cap in Iceland. Then, strap on the provided caving equipment and follow your guide to uncover the blue formations hidden beneath the glacier’s surface. You’ll have ample time to contemplate and photograph the majestic ice tunnels.

Ready to go deeper, stay longer, and explore further? Step aboard our Katla Ice Cave Extended Tour, a 4-hour journey into Iceland’s most cinematic and hidden glacial world—beneath the mighty Katla Volcano. This adventure is an enhanced and extended version of our popular 3-hour tour, giving you extra hike around the glacier where you seek out secret glacier canyons and hidden waterfalls, offering more chances for once-in-a-lifetime photographs. Led by our expert glacier guides and powered by rugged Super Jeeps, this tour is perfect for explorers who want a more immersive and uncrowded experience. Walk through winding tunnels, peer into glittering ice chambers, and witness the dramatic dance of fire and ice sculpted through millennia. If you're a photographer, nature lover, or thrill-seeker looking for something beyond the ordinary, this is your chance to venture further off the beaten path and soak in every icy second. Let’s go beyond the surface.

Strap on your crampons and embark on a thrilling Jeep ride to explore Iceland’s Katla Ice Cave (under the volcano). Trek with a guide as you journey down naturally sculptured tunnels until you find yourself surrounded by the surreal beauty of glacial blue ice. There's have ample time to photograph the majestic landscape and learn about geology from your guide.

Step onto the ice and discover the raw beauty of one of Iceland’s most accessible glaciers. Led by a certified glacier guide, this small-group adventure takes you onto the stunning outlet glacier Sólheimajökull, where towering ice formations, deep crevasses, and ever-changing glacier landscapes await. With professional glacier equipment provided and expert guidance throughout the tour, you’ll learn how to walk safely on the ice while exploring one of Iceland’s most fascinating natural wonders. The small group size ensures a more personal, immersive experience, giving you plenty of time to ask questions, take photos, and truly connect with the glacier. Perfect for first-time glacier hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, this unforgettable experience combines adventure, education, and breathtaking scenery in one of Iceland’s most unique environments.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure on Sólheimajökull Glacier, hiking with crampons across Iceland’s icy wilderness. Your expert guide reveals fascinating glacial geology, including moulins and deep crevasses. After exploring the glacier, thrill-seekers can soar over the glacier on a zip line, enjoying breathtaking views, while those with ’No-fly’ tickets can stay on the ice and watch. This once-in-a-lifetime journey combines discovery, excitement, and the raw beauty of Iceland’s glaciers.

Embark on a thrilling adventure by going snowmobiling on top of Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Suitable for first-time riders, this guided tour takes you into the wilderness and, when the weather co-operates, offers panoramic views over the Westman Islands and Iceland's south coast. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure.

This is a super jeep adventure with the unforgettable experience of walking through caves made from ice on the Katla glacier. To get to the glacier we use modified jeeps with huge tyres. This is part of the adventure. When we arrive at the base of the glacier in the middle of the Icelandic wilderness, we will explore ice caves, and hike around a little on the glacier. After that we drive to Hjorleifshofdi, a deserted black sand beach. We only focus on small groups, with a more personal service. We spend as much time as is possible on the glacier giving you the chance to really take in this once in a lifetime opportunity. Our guides know these areas very well and have been working in the area for many years. All of our guides have experience and are trained in glacial exploration and are first aid certified.

Grab the rare opportunity to walk across a glacier, without the logistical headaches, with a small-group Sólheimajökull glacier hiking tour from Vík. With all technical equipment provided and a guide leading the route, you don’t have to worry about navigating crevasses or assessing constantly changing ice conditions safety. Instead, focus on the striking blue ice formations and volcanic ash layers under your feet.

Enjoy a private hike in Iceland on the glacier of Sólheimajökull. Doing this activity as a private one will give you the freedom you wish you would have had if done with a group. Our guides are experts in their field and will take you up there easily and safely. With them, you will learn everything about Icelandic glaciers, while evolving on one far away from the biggest crowds and all the other groups.

Iceland is home to some of the world’s most easily accessible glaciers but you don’t need to be an experienced hiker to try glacier trekking. This small-group glacier hike explores the wild landscapes of the Sólheimajökull glacier, passing spectacular ice tunnels, crevasses, and natural ice sculptures. No experience is necessary.

Eyjafjallajokull is known for being a glacier volcano that erupted in 2010 and caused flight issues all over Europe. If you want to see this natural wonder up close—without having to hire a special vehicle—then this Super Jeep tour is a great choice. Seamlessly drive up the slopes to access stunning panoramic views and have a guide to provide commentary and show you around.

Embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery and excitement on Sólheimajökull Glacier, where you will experience the thrill of a zip line across the glacial landscape. Your adventure begins with a guided hike onto the glacier, where your crampons will grip the ice beneath your feet and each step will reveal the raw, untamed beauty of Iceland’s icy wilderness. As you walk, your expert guide will introduce you to the fascinating geology of the glacier and point out unique formations such as moulins and deep glacial crevasses. The adventure continues as you head toward the zip line. Strapped into your harness, you’ll soar through the sky, gliding over the glacier and taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. For those who prefer, ’No-fly’ tickets allow you to remain on the glacier and enjoy the full tour experience while watching your family or friends take the zip line. A private ice climbing session can be added to this tour upon request.