Gullfoss: Langjokull Glacier Ice Cave and Snowmobile Guided Tour
Reykjavik, Iceland
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The adventure begins long before you reach the ice cave on this tour of the Langjokull Glacier, a great choice for thrill seekers. Traveling by off-road vehicle allows you to conquer the otherwise impassable roads of the glacial highlands, while a snowmobile ride reveals other-worldly terrain at the mouth of the ice cave. Then, head inside to explore this newly discovered cave and learn about its formation.
- Get your adrenaline pumping with this snowmobiling adventure
- Off-road vehicles allow you to access otherwise impassable roads
- Gear is provided to keep you warm and safe on the snowmobile excursion
- Guides share information about your surroundings throughout the trip
What's Included
- Snowmobile tour on Langjökull Glacier
- Access to the Ice Cave
- Pick-up and drop off from Gullfoss
- Snowsuit Overalls, Helmets, Gloves, Balaclavas and Shoe-Covers
- Certified Glacier Guides
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities (Optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Mountaineers of Iceland - Meeting PointGullfoss, 846 Bláskógabyggð, Iceland
We start the tour from the upper Gullfoss parking lot, around there area where Gullfoss cafe and the shops are located. The drive to Gullfoss from Reykjavík is about 115km/ 71miles estimated time of 95 minutes without any stops on the way.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Gullfoss Falls
Admission Ticket Free
Geldingafell (Pass By)
2
Langjokull Glacier
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Please Note: There must be 1 adult per child or teenager in order to be able to join our tour.
- A valid driver's license is required to drive the snowmobile.
- Snowmobiles are shared by two people. A single rider per snowmobile is possible for an additional fee.
- The minimum age to join the tour is 6 years, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Only one child is allowed per adult on this tour.
- Dress appropriately for the weather. In Iceland, it’s always wise to wear warm, waterproof clothing, as the weather can change rapidly.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Snowmobiling across a glacier is an awesome experience. It was beautiful and incredulous all at the same time. I was a little sad that we were notified a few days before that the ice cave portion of the adventure was not accessible. I was really looking forward to that. Either way…. Amazing adventure in the land of fire and ice!
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Thor was a great tour guide he was funny, friendly, and knowledgeable. Overall experience was also super fun!! Highly recommend!!!
What an amazing experience!! Easy to find at gulfoss waterfall parking lot - about 1 hour ride to place where you grab your gear - suit - mittens and helmet
Beautiful day out on the glacier!!
Thank you for so much fun!!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience out on the glacier with us. It is wonderful to know that our meeting point at the Gullfoss waterfall parking lot was convenient for you, and that you enjoyed the scenic ride up to gear up. We always want to make sure you are warm, safe, and fully prepared with the right suits, mittens, and helmets before heading out. We were truly blessed with beautiful weather for your trip! Thank you again for choosing to adventure with us, and we hope to welcome you back for more fun in the future! Safe travels!
Good fun up on glacier. Cave part not open (usual apparently??) so do not book and pay for that part.
Non involving guides, but still a great experience.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We are glad to hear that you had good fun up on the glacier and that you still found it to be a great experience overall! We do want to sincerely apologize for the disappointment regarding the cave portion of your tour. Ice caves are natural, dynamic structures that are highly subject to weather conditions and safety assessments. If a cave is determined to be unsafe due to flooding or structural changes, we must unfortunately close access immediately to protect our guests. However, we completely agree that this should always be communicated clearly beforehand, and we are reviewing our booking and communication processes to ensure guests are not left feeling misled. We also appreciate your feedback regarding our guides. We strive to provide highly engaging and interactive experiences, so we will use your note as a coaching opportunity for our team to ensure we are connecting better with our groups on the ice.Thank you again for your valuable feedback, and we wish you all the best on your future travels.
Amazing experience from start to finish!
Everything was very well organized.
The snowmobile activity was amazing! A big thank you to Thor, who was very friendly and explained everything clearly throughout the excursion.
The view of the glacier as well as the ice cave were absolutely stunning and fascinating. The scenery is definitely worth seeing!
I highly recommend this activity!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hello Camille,
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We are thrilled to hear that your experience was seamless from start to finish. It is wonderful that you enjoyed the breathtaking views of the glacier and the ice cave—it truly is a magical landscape. We will be sure to pass your special thanks along to Thor; he will be delighted to hear that his guidance and friendly approach made your excursion so memorable. Thank you for highly recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers
great experience! If you’ve never snowmobiled before, it’s a bit intense for a rookie. I quickly learned I wasn’t cut out to drive solo so ditched my snowmobile and rode on the back of our guides and still got to enjoy the views. Raymond was awesome!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hello Kelly
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are so glad you had a great experience, even if driving solo felt a bit intense at first. Knowing your limits is a big part of staying safe, and we love that you made the switch so you could fully relax and enjoy those stunning glacier views! Raymond is absolutely awesome, and we are so proud of his quick thinking and care for our guests. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to him. We hope to welcome you back for another ride on the back of the sled anytime!
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers
There was no ice cave. We were charged extra for an experience we didn't get. We should have been charged for the regular snowmobiling tour. The other guests said the same thing.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hello Kelly
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize for your disappointment regarding the ice cave portion of your tour. Due to the unpredictable nature of glaciers and sudden changes in weather, we sometimes have to cancel the ice cave segment on short notice to ensure the safety of our guests. In these circumstances, our policy is to issue a partial refund to cover the cost difference. We want to ensure this was processed correctly for you, so please contact our customer support team directly with your booking details so we can assist you immediately.
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers
Our guide was fantastic! The walk to the caves took about 15 minutes. The cave in the pictures is no longer open (closed in December 2025), but they showed us others.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello Lori
Thank you so much for the review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time with your guide and enjoyed the trek out to the caves.
While nature is constantly changing—meaning some specific caves do have to close for safety or seasonal shifts—we are so glad our team was able to show you some equally stunning alternatives. We truly appreciate your flexibility and your kind words!
We hope to see you on another adventure soon.
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers
I packed a lot of unnecessary clothing for my trip to Iceland. They provided a very warm snow suit, helmet, gloves and boot covers. Half of what I packed was unnecessary for this adventure.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your helpful feedback! We're so glad the provided gear—a warm snow suit, helmet, gloves, and boot covers—kept you comfortable and meant you could leave half your packed clothes behind. That's exactly why we supply top-quality equipment for the glacier conditions! It saves space in your luggage and lets you focus on the adventure. Thanks for sharing this tip—it helps future travelers pack smarter. We'd love to welcome you back for more Icelandic thrills anytime!
Best regards,
The Mountaineers of Iceland Team
Outstanding experience. Wish we got to ride more on the snowmobile. The snow was soft and powdery. You could def go fast up to 45km at one time, but you have to follow the line.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello Kittu
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled you had an outstanding experience snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier—the soft, powdery snow and those incredible views really make it special. We appreciate your feedback about wishing for more riding time; our tours balance safety with fun, and while the guides adapt routes and pace to conditions (including following the lead line for safety in variable snow), we always aim to maximize enjoyment within the allocated time. Hitting up to 45 km/h is a great thrill when the conditions allow! Your kind words mean so much to the Mountaineers of Iceland team. We'd love to welcome you back for another glacier adventure—perhaps even trying our faster-paced options next time!
Best regards,
Mountaineers team
Snowmobiling across a glacier is an awesome experience. It was beautiful and incredulous all at the same time. I was a little sad that we were notified a few days before that the ice cave portion of the adventure was not accessible. I was really looking forward to that. Either way…. Amazing adventure in the land of fire and ice!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello Brandi,
Thank you for the glowing review! We’re thrilled you loved the glacier snowmobiling and Iceland’s stunning beauty. We’re sorry the ice cave was inaccessible—safety comes first—and appreciate your understanding. Hope to see you again!
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers of Iceland
Dope dope dope experience. And the drinks were really good. And the customer service was excellent!!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Hello Darrell
Thank you so much for this positive review. We are happy that you enjoyed the drinks and the customer service.
Best regards,
Einar
My daughter and I started out tipping the snowmobile over, then I started driving but was going too slowly. The guides were very kind though, and in the end my daughter and I each wound up getting taken to the ice cave by a guide. My son was doing it himself and had a fabulous time. It requires a surprising amount of upper body strength! Maybe because it was May and conditions were a bit slushy/icy, or with two of us too much weight. The ice cave was really incredible! Overall we had a great time despite our snowmobile ineptitude, and the guides were all very kind and helpful.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Grace
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Mountaineers of Iceland! We’re so glad to hear that you and your daughter had a memorable adventure, even with a few snowmobile mishaps - those just make for great stories! 😄 It’s fantastic to know our guides were kind and supportive, ensuring you both felt comfortable and got to enjoy the incredible ice cave with their help. We’re thrilled your son had a blast powering through on his own, too! Snowmobiling can definitely be a workout, especially in those May slushy/icy conditions, but it sounds like you all embraced the challenge and had an amazing time. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable moments in Iceland!
Best regards,
Einar
Learned to ride a snowmobile, Oliver made it fun, small group was great, life time memory, would recommend to a friend, warm gear was great
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Hello Claire
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable experience and that Oliver made it fun for you. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the small group setting and found the warm gear helpful. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers of Iceland
I purchased the ice cave and snowmobile and was not told the ice cave was not possible. I would appreciate a refund.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hi Aron,
We're sorry to hear about your experience. The ice cave portion of the tour is sometimes subject to weather and safety conditions, and we always strive to inform our guests as soon as possible if changes need to be made. We understand how disappointing this must have been for you.
Please contact our customer service team directly so we can review your booking details and discuss possible solutions, including a refund if applicable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to make things right.
Ice cave tour was canceled way before we booked the tour but we were not informed about that. The snowmobile piece is super cool, but not easy at all. You need to be strong to hand it. The view from the top of the mountain is breathtaking!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hi Renata,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize that you weren't informed in advance about the ice cave part being unavailable. We always strive to keep our guests updated, and we regret any miscommunication regarding your tour.
We’re glad to see that you enjoyed the snowmobiling experience and the incredible views from the top! It’s definitely an adventure that requires some physical effort, and we appreciate you highlighting that for future travelers.
This was an amazing trip for me and my family. Although the whether was pretty rough, it was still a great experience. We got around 30 minutes each driving (1 person on ride out, 1 on return) which felt like plenty of time. Ice cave wasn’t mentioned so if this is a massive selling point for you there may be other options, however we enjoyed so much we forgot this was part of it ahah. It’s a 45 minute drive to the bast camp in a super jeep which was a cool extra!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Dear Hannah
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had an amazing trip, despite the challenging weather conditions. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the snowmobiling experience and found the driving time to be just right.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the ice cave mention and will take it into account for clearer communication in the future. That said, we’re so glad you were having such a great time that it didn’t impact your overall experience! The super jeep ride to the base camp is indeed a special part of the adventure, and we're happy you found it to be a cool extra.
We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Best regards,
Einar
Did not get to see the ice cave. Was disappointing but understandable. Did not seem that our time was extended since we didn’t get to do the ice cave. On the contrary we actually felt more rushed for time than anything. The ride itself and time for pictures was fun. The guides were helpful and nice
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Hello Nikoel
The ice cave part of the tour was cancelled due to melting conditions in the cave. Our staff should have told you that the ice cave part was cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers of Iceland
Great time. Kris was a great guide the entire staff was friendly and everything organized. We did the ice cave. It was amazing to be in the glacier.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hello
Thank you so much for this fantastic review
Glad to read that our guides were friendly and everything was organized
Best regards,
Einar
Great staff, good coordination and phenomenal scenery.
We had a blast. And would highly recommend this excursion for anyone looking for a once in a lifetime experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear Joseph
Thank you so much for this excellent review!
You chose a good time to go snowmobiling
May is low season and conditions for snowmobiling are best in this month
Best regards,
Einar
This was an excellent adventure. Gorgeous scenery, the ice cave was good, not natural but man-made. But it was still super cool to see. My husband and I took our 4 boys. Ages 7-17 and they all absolutely loved it.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello Justin
Think you for this positive review. Man-made ice caves are safer than natural ice caves. We put emphasis on maintaining it throughout the winter
I am glad to read that the boys loved the tour!
Best regards,
Einar
No fuss, friendly staff, transported and kitted up then straight on the snowmobiles. There was no long winded safety brief, just to the point and let's go!
The heated handle bar grips were an unexpected bonus.
The ice cave was basic but interesting at the same time.
We had our 10 year old with us and would highly recommend this trip.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Claire
Thank you so much for your positive review. We really are very happy that you had a great time!
I agree that long safety briefings before tours can be boring and even anxiety inducing. We try to give brief lessons. It is not good to get too much information before tours like this
We are aware that the ice cave is quiet basic. It is man made and we put emphasis on safety rather than pure beauty
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers of Iceland
After an hour long ride to the base camp with no guide explaining the surroundings, we finally arrived to get in our snowsuits and go snowmobiling. We were only given one snowmobile even though we thought we would each have one. The snowmobiling only lasted about 45 minutes. So expensive for such a short time and for sharing a snowmobile. My main reason for booking was to see the ice cave. No mention of the ice cave was given to us at any time. Once we returned to Gullfoss, I inquired and was told we didn’t have time to see it. Extremely disappointed!
Snow mobiling was fun itself but noticed the staff were really mardy and rude with people who made mistakes when learning how to snow mobile, I don’t know why you’d work in this job if you’re going to have such little patience for tourists who are obviously going to make these mistakes. Made the experience difficult to enjoy. Drove the snow mobiles for 30 min, 10 min break, 30 min drive back and then ushered back on the bus and back to the drop off. Absolutely no sign of an ‘ice cave’ which is 50% of the reason we booked, asked and was told not today..
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Dear Lucy,
I'm very sorry to hear about the behaviour of our staff during the tour. Communication and politeness should have been better during this tour.
I will let our management know about your criticism.
We value your criticism and we will make sure to learn from this
Ice Cave visit is not guaranteed as it is dependent on weather. If the ice cave part is cancelled clients are eligible to get a ISK 5000 refund per adult
Best regards,
Einar
Mountaineers of Iceland
Unbelievably expensive for what is essentially a 45 minute snowmobile experience. You’ll spend approx 15 minutes standing around a very small and underwhelming cave. You will need to share your snowmobile, which is completely outrageous given the price you pay AND that they just simply do not make that clear when booking. Personally, I do not think it was worth it and feel a little cheated.
Was a great experience, trip up to base camp could have been better if bus windows were clean and you could see out off them.
Equipment and overalls all in good shape, but when up getting snowmobile we were only given 1 per 2 adults, so we had to share.
We both paid the full amount when others got 1 snowmobile to themselves which we feel was unfair.
All staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Defo worth doing just very expensive when having to share.
First time snowmobiling. The scenery was insane beautiful. The snowmobile was easy to operate. We took our kids with us, they were so happy. You can bring your camera, but it’s best to have hand free since you will need your hands for the driving. Watch the puddles in the ice cave and bring warm shoes. They provide everything else.
Quite disappointed. The actual time spent driving of the snowmobile seemed very short, although you wouldn't really want any longer as it's really hard work, you are constantly fighting with the handle bars. Taken on a trail that was already well used and quite bumpy. I expected to zoom across virgin flat snow, so this was a huge disappointment. The snow cave is man made, but was still very interesting, clear see through ice and you can see the lines that make up each year of growth, like the circles in a tree trunk. I'm glad I have driven a snowmobile, but it's quite expensive and definitely wouldn't do it again or recommend.
Nov 2023-
I was nervous bc of the mixed reviews. We went at 14:00 and it was the best time, roughly 3 hours roundtrip! I touched a glacier, went into a ice cave, and rode a snowmobile for the first time. There were about 18 people on 10 machines.
I'm a 3XL and had no issues with the gloves or body suit.
Call or message ahead to see how many people are going to be in your trip if you are concerned about the size of the group.
Had a great time!!! None of us had ever been on a snowmobile before and it was very simple to operate them! Gear was great and we felt really warm! Sniper was our guide and he was knowledgeable, informative, and patient.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for giving us a perfect rating! We're thrilled to hear that your first snowmobile experience with us was a great success and that you found the operation of the snowmobiles simple and enjoyable. It's also fantastic to know that the gear kept you comfortably warm throughout the adventure.
A special thanks for acknowledging Sniper, your guide. We're proud to have knowledgeable and patient guides like him on our team, and we'll be sure to pass along your compliments to him.
We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon, and thank you again for choosing Mountaineers of Iceland for your snowmobile experience! 🌟
This was a great experience. However the ice cave was small dirty and man made not anything like what I imagined. If you want to see the blue natural tunnels book a different tour. Would still recommend the snow mobiling but would have been more fun if we rode longer and we didn’t even see the cave. All around felt well taken care of and had a good time.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you for your review and for recommending our snowmobiling experience! We're delighted to hear that you felt well taken care of and had a good time.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the ice cave. It's important to clarify that the ice cave in our tour is indeed a man-made structure, designed to offer a unique yet safe way to experience the icy environment of Iceland. The color of the ice is influenced by the conditions of the day, this is true for all icecaves. Our cave is meant to provide a consistent and controlled experience, especially for those who might not be able to access more remote natural ice caves. We understand that it might not be what everyone imagines, and we'll take your thoughts into consideration to improve our communication about this feature in the future.
Your insights are invaluable to us, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour, perhaps one that includes the natural ice tunnels you're interested in. Thank you again for choosing Mountaineers of Iceland, and we're glad to have been a part of your adventure.
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