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Snowmobile & Ice Cave Tour from Reykjavík

Name: Snowmobile & Ice Cave Tour from Reykjavík
Brand: Iceland Travel Guide
SKU: 69526
Price: 49990 ISK
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

About 10 hours from ReykjavíkGroup: Small groupModeratePick-up in Reykjavík, then super jeepAge 8+November–April

5.0(1 review)

Four riders lined up on their snowmobiles

Visitor inside the blue ice cave on Langjökull

Riders on two snowmobiles on the glacier

A winter tour that combines two of Iceland's classic glacier experiences. This snowmobile and ice cave tour takes you from Reykjavík onto Langjökull, where you ride a snowmobile across the ice sheet before walking into a natural ice cave with your guide.

Base camp briefingSnowmobile ride on LangjökullNatural ice caveReturn by super jeep

Snowmobile ride across Langjökull, Iceland's second-largest ice cap
Walk into a natural ice cave formed inside the glacier
Super jeep transport handles the rough highland roads
All snowmobile gear (helmet, overalls, gloves) provided
Small groups, guide included

Your day, stop by stop

Click a stop for photos and practical tips.

1Pick-up in ReykjavíkPick-up in Reykjavík and a scenic drive to Skjól, where you switch to a super jeep for the ride up to Langjökull.

Base camp briefingGear fitting and a safety briefing before heading onto the ice.

You are kitted out with a helmet, overalls and gloves, and shown how to control the snowmobile before setting off. Allow about 20 to 30 minutes for gear fitting and the safety briefing.

Time here · about 20–30 minutes

Snowmobile ride on LangjökullAbout an hour riding across the glacier.

The ride climbs to around 1,450 metres on Iceland's second-largest ice cap, with wide views over the surrounding highlands on a clear day. You ride for about an hour, and you need a valid driver's licence if you want to drive.

Time here · about 1 hourRequirement · a valid driver's licence if you want to drive

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Ice caveA walk into a natural ice cave formed inside the glacier.

A walk of about 15 to 20 minutes into a natural ice cave formed inside the glacier. It is a naturally occurring formation rather than a man-made tunnel, so its shape and colour change from season to season.

Time here · about 15–20 minutes

5Return to ReykjavíkSuper jeep back to your pick-up point.

About the snowmobile and ice cave tour

This tour pairs a snowmobile ride with a visit to a natural ice cave inside Langjökull glacier. After pick-up (or meeting the group on the Golden Circle), you travel by super jeep across the highland tracks to base camp, where you get fitted with snowmobile gear and a safety briefing before heading out.

The snowmobile ride itself takes around an hour, climbing to roughly 1,450 metres on the glacier. Snowmobiles are usually shared two to a machine, with one person driving, though a solo rider upgrade is normally available for an extra cost. At the ice cave you spend a short while inside, walking through ice formations carved naturally into the glacier.

This only runs in winter, roughly November to April, when the ice cave and snow conditions allow it. It's a full day out with a fair amount of driving on rough roads, so it suits people comfortable with a bit of physical activity in the cold, but you don't need any prior experience to drive a snowmobile.

Included

Pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavík
Driver-guide
Super jeep or monster truck ride to Langjökull
1-hour snowmobile ride, two people per snowmobile
Visit to a natural ice cave
Snowmobile gear: overalls, balaclava, ski goggles, helmet and gloves

Not included

Lunch (bring snacks)
Solo snowmobile upgrade (extra 10,000 ISK per person)
Extra guide to drive for you if you have no driver's licence

What to bring

Warm, layered clothing
Waterproof outer layer
Hat, gloves and scarf
Sturdy boots
Snacks and water

Good to know

About 10 hours in total, with pick-up in Reykjavík
Minimum age is 8; children 8-16 have a child price
Prices are per person, sharing a snowmobile with one other person
Moderate difficulty: no experience needed, but expect cold, physical conditions
A valid driver's licence is needed to drive the snowmobile; without one, you can book an extra guide to drive for you at extra cost
The route can change with weather, road and glacier conditions
Runs November to April

Questions people ask

Do I need experience to drive a snowmobile?

No, you get a briefing and instructions before setting off. You do need a valid driver's licence to drive.

Is the ice cave always the same?

No, it's a natural formation, so the exact cave visited can change with the season and ice conditions.

What should I wear?

Warm, layered clothing under the provided snowmobile overalls, plus a hat and gloves. It's cold on the glacier even on a mild day.

Is lunch included?

No, bring your own snacks and water for the day.

Can I share a snowmobile with someone else?

Yes, snowmobiles are normally shared two to a machine, with a solo option available for an extra cost.

Reviews

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Great time

We had a great time on this tour. The snowmobile ride was a lot of fun and the ice cave was beautiful even though it was a bit smaller than I had thought. It is similar to the photos on the website, blue and beautiful.

Mette · December 2024

From49,990 ISKPer person