Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik
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Vik, Iceland
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- See a rare natural phenomenon—an ice cave under Katla Volcano
- Safe experience—helmet and crampons are provided
- Avoid steep climbing—a Super Jeep takes you up to the ice cave
- A guide accompanies you in the ice cave so you don’t get lost
What's Included
- Stunning Ride on a Super Jeep into the country
- Visit to a Natural Ice Cave
- Scenic Landscapes
- Certified Glacier Guide
- All Safety Ice Cave Equipment: Crampons and Helmet
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavík or other areas
- Hiking Boots Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Waterproof Jacket Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Waterproof Pants Rental (1,750 ISK)
- Hat and Gloves Combo with Logo (3,000 ISK)
- Neck Warmer with Logo (500 ISK)
- Summer Cap with Logo (1,500 ISK)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Víkurbraut 26, 870 Vík, Iceland
The meeting point is at the lobby of Vikinn Hotel in Vik. You can also look up "Troll.is Katla Ice Cave" on Google Map for the exact location and directions. Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before your departure time to meet our guides.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Make your own way to the meeting point inside the Icelandic Lava Show in Vík. Meet your guide and small group of fellow travelers, then hop aboard your Jeep for the short journey to the ice cave.
Upon arrival, put on your provided crampons and helmet and prepare to walk inside a natural ice cave. Your guide leads the way into this natural wonder while filling you in on all the fascinating details about the glacier and how the ice cave was formed.
After the otherworldly experience of exploring an ice cave, the Jeep takes you back to the meeting point.
Upon arrival, put on your provided crampons and helmet and prepare to walk inside a natural ice cave. Your guide leads the way into this natural wonder while filling you in on all the fascinating details about the glacier and how the ice cave was formed.
After the otherworldly experience of exploring an ice cave, the Jeep takes you back to the meeting point.
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Katla Ice Cave
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- What to bring: Warm clothing, waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, head-wear and gloves.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 8 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 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
Heidi_C
We had an amazing time on the Katla Ice Cave tour and our guide, Boris, was a huge part of what made it so special. From the moment we got in the super jeep, he set the tone—fun, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. The drive out to the glacier was almost as impressive as the cave itself, with dramatic landscapes everywhere you looked. Once inside the ice cave, Boris guided us through the most stunning formations and made the whole experience feel adventurous but safe. Truly one of the highlights of our trip. Boris was great!
Reviews
4.7
based on 1,124 reviews
Anil_K, Apr 2026
Loved the whole experience. Katla is probably the only natural ice cave with ice walls all around (floor and roof). The ice is not as blue as it appears i pictures, but a little editing with contrast and brightness will deliver that effect. Gabrielle was very passionate about ice caves and iceland and yook good care of the group
Matthew_B, Apr 2026
Let me begin by saying that if you aren't staying in Vík, the drive from Reykjavík is gorgeous, and the town is wonderful.
Our tour guide was Joao, and he was absolutely wonderful, an extremely personable guy, and very knowledgeable.
Our group boarded the Super Jeep, and we were driving a few moments later.
He took us off road to begin the path to the glacier. He explained the air compressor controls of the tires to make the ride possible, and overall much more comfortable. We were driven through beautiful fields and rocky paths that Joao navigated expertly, focused and planning his path ahead. Once we arrived we equipped our gear, and Joao instructed us very efficiently on how to get it all correct.
The hike up was very scenic and rather short, and we arrived at the entrance to our ice cave quite quickly! Joao explained the science behind the formation and texture of the caves, giving us an insight to the beautifully powerful forces of Katla Volcano, and the glacier as well.
Having someone who has deep care and profound knowledge on something like this just makes the experience all the more special.
After getting some wonderful views and pictures outside the other end of the tunnel, we began our trek back and hopped back into the jeep.
And on top of being knowledgeable and extremely personable, as well as a great conversationalist, Joao also had great taste in music! We had a great time just driving back because of his positive attitude and excitement with the trip.
We had a blast and would most certainly come back, and Troll.is most certainly has an efficient, and well staffed crew with them!
Rebecca_S, Apr 2026
We took this tour with Gabriel, it was unbelievable. The glacier was incredible and Gabriel knew so much information about Ketla, the tunnels, the maintenance the team puts in, and the caves themselves were beautiful. The weather also behaved with sunshine so a waterproof jacket and hiking boots were all that was needed. Would absolutely recommend this experience with Gabriel to everyone.
Michael_R, Apr 2026
This tour was fantastic! The meetup was easily coordinated, the guide was friendly and knowledgeable (and funny). And of course, the glacier and ice cave were spectacular!
Heidi_C, Apr 2026
We had an amazing time on the Katla Ice Cave tour and our guide, Boris, was a huge part of what made it so special. From the moment we got in the super jeep, he set the tone—fun, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what he does. The drive out to the glacier was almost as impressive as the cave itself, with dramatic landscapes everywhere you looked. Once inside the ice cave, Boris guided us through the most stunning formations and made the whole experience feel adventurous but safe. Truly one of the highlights of our trip. Boris was great!
Kaye_G, Mar 2026
Our guide was great and it was a experience like I've never had before!! Great time! Thank you for a great time!
Sean_D, Mar 2026
Great adventure. Guides are very friendly and fun. The flexibility to join from Vik was a big plus so we could explore the other areas on our own schedule. Helkur is excellent
James_N, Mar 2026
Loved the tour into the ice caves and walk along the glacier - even the drive to the glacier in the snow was like an adventure! The tour guides were knowledgeable and super friendly - snowball fights!
Jennifer_C, Mar 2026
We had a wonderful time exploring the glacier with Pablo. Our tour was quite the adventure, including a super jeep mechanical issue that had us hanging out on the drive during a white out while waiting for a mechanic! It was actually a blessing, as we learned all about Iceland from Pablo and a new vehicle picked us up in no time. Then we were on our way. The glacier is unbelievable. Lots of hard-working guides kept the path clear, and we scored fabulous pictures. I cannot recommend it enough!
Eric_G, Mar 2026
The experience is ONCE IN A LIFETIME.
From the off road raised jeeps taking us up to the cave to the actual cave experience and the views… absolutely INCREDIBLE. Highly recommend. We got the best pictures and videos. Memories for a lifetime. Shout out to Beda our tour guide. He loves what he does and was fantastic at teaching us the history of the caves and glacier. Very professional and personable.
Dan_R, Mar 2026
Fun, scenic, great guides! The ride is as much apart of the adventure as exploring the glacier and the caves.
Maria_M, Mar 2026
Truly an amazing experience. Our guide, Edgar, was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, funny and had a great playlist. We were able to see the glacier and the cave, the sun was out. It truly was a memorable experience we will never forget. 10/10 recommend!
Leslie_T, Mar 2026
We were lucky to have a nice day on Katla. Gustavo drove us on the Icelandic road before taking us through the mud, across a river, through slushy puddles and not so slushy (frozen) areas before parking us on the glacier. We got on our crampons and began the trek up to a couple ice caves that we had all to ourselves (with a group of like 11 total). It was such a privilege to be able to experience these ephemeral natural caves and to recognize that there used to be a giant arch that has since receded/melted away.
Tim_W, Mar 2026
Great tour guide, very informative, fun and spectacular. Tomaso taught us about the caves, how they formed and how the change over time. I highly recommend this trip.
Trisha_H, Feb 2026
The ride was bumpy but the guide was so great about it. Boris gave great information and facts about the glacier and caves and was funny. We had plenty of time to tour the cave and it was beautiful.
Anna_K, Feb 2026
Hawk was the best!!!! So funny and took great pics. Learned a lot too, he truly cares about his tours and the tourist’s experience
Ellen_G, Feb 2026
Not as difficult as you’d imagine. Extremely beautiful and picturesque. Beda, our tour guide, was perfect combination of knowledge and entertainment. Clearly he loves his job which made it fun. Troll company is well prepared for everything and safety is paramount. It was a highlight of our trip to Iceland
Haris_T, Feb 2026
10/10 was amazing. Hawk my travel guide was so knowledgeable. The taxi there and back was expensive which is expected but definitely worth the experience and will come again next year :)
Laura_S, Feb 2026
This excursion to the Katla ice cave was fantastic! The only negatives were 1) the PA system in the transport vehicle was poor so since we were in the back row, we could not hear the commentary by our guide. 2) It was a rough ride to get out there so if you have a bad back, are pregnant or whatever, you should not go on this trip. Before I buckled my seatbelt I literally came completely out of the seat with a big bump on the trail! Maybe the guide warned us before we were off roading it, but again, we couldn't hear anything in the back row.
Despite those negatives, we would absolutely do this trip again and highly recommend it!!! I would just advise you to get out to the vehicle first and grab a seat up front!
krista_S, Jan 2026
This was a great tour with a fun tour guide. Minimal skill needed just willing to have fun and explore the ice caves.
Susan_T, Jan 2026
I was worried we would be walking on very icy surfaces but we weren’t. The ground was 95% gravel and only a few steps where it was icy but the crampons they provided were great. The guide also walked with me in areas that I was worried about. The walking was not more difficult than an uphill ramp and then back down again. Rope handrails are provided along the paths.
Cheryl_T, Jan 2026
What a spectacular trip! The jeep ride through the terrain was fun and the scenery beautiful! Our guide was knowledgeable and funny! Hiking through the ice caves was a one of a kind experience not to be missed.
Joel_H, Dec 2025
an unforgettable experience that takes you out of your comfort zone. the climb is just as exciting as the caves themselves
Ashley_M, Dec 2025
The tour was a really fun treat. The ride up to the ice cave entrance was beautiful, and the views while there were breathtaking. We learned a lot, and even our kids (8 & 11), had a wonderful time.
Edgars was a wonderful guide!
Lilly_W, Nov 2025
Our tour guides were amazing (and funny)!! Edgar and Hak(i don’t remember his full name) were great and super informative. I would definitely recommend this!
Justin_Y, Nov 2025
The experience was great! Time was maximized well and felt like we were seeing, learning, or exploring something excited the whole time (even in the car ride). Gabby was our tour guide and was excellent. Would recommend!
Thomas_D, Nov 2025
I not only enjoyed the scenery but as enjoyable was the guide (Hawk), who was a wealth of knowledge on the creation of the ice caves, within the glacier. He also had two beautiful ravens following us for close up photos (less than a meter away)
Tara_R, Nov 2025
Hawk was not only a very knowledgeable tour guide about the ice caves and Iceland more generally, but he was so personable and extremely funny. The tour would have been 10/10 because the carves were so amazing but he made it 10+. I highly recommend this tour and ask for Hawk! Thanks Hawk (Sincerely, the Blackbelt Mom)
Shana_U, Nov 2025
Hawk was absolutely phenomenal! Super informative and knowledgeable, loved his fun attitude! Would recommend to anyone coming to Iceland!
Dominique_W, Nov 2025
This was such an amazing experience! We took a jeep tour to the ice cave, which is hidden in a giant glacier! Our tour guide, Gaby, was the most knowledgeable person we met on our entire Iceland trip and he made the tour a million times better! It was interesting to see and hear about the glacier, as we were hiking up it, knowing it changes daily and likely won’t be there at all in the next 100 years. A truly unforgettable experience- a must do!
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