From Reykjavik: Katla Ice Cave and South Coast Day Trip

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ID: GYG617259-1032479
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Country: Iceland

Duration: 12:00 hours


Description

Join a guided tour from Reykjavik on a minibus to the South Coast's most popular sites. Explore the magnificent Katla Ice Cave on a super-jeep ride through an off-road path in a black sand desert.
Join a guided expedition to the South Coast of Iceland and the magnificent Katla Ice Cave, with hotel pickup from Reykjavik. Explore highlights such as the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Skogafoss Waterfall, and the black sand beach.

After a drive to Vik, hop on a super-jeep and take a seat with your fellow adventurous companions. Fasten your seatbelt for a 40-minute off-road ride into the wilderness. On the way, listen to stories about the Katla volcano, its destructive eruptions, and irreversible consequences from your guide.

Also, hear about tales and facts related to this fascinating and remote area in the South of Iceland as you soak in breathtaking views on the drive. Before entering the cave, receive all your gear and safety instructions.

Reach up the glacier hill to access the geological wonder of Katla Ice Cave, located in Kötlujökull glacier which is an icefall of Mýrdalsjökull glacier. Underneath the glacier waits the mighty Katla volcano where both the glacier and the ice cave take their names from.

At the end of your exploration, make your way back to the meeting point in Vik, from where your driver will take you to Reykjavik.

Highlights

  • Feel like an explorer as you journey through the South Coast of Iceland
  • Marvel at the natural beauty of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss Waterfalls
  • Learn about the Katla volcano and its active eruptions from your guide
  • Explore Katla Ice Cave, one of the world's most stunning natural ice caves
  • Hike all the way to a ruggedly beautiful icefall of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hiking involves 20 minutes on a sandy path and 10 minutes on a glacier
The difficulty level is easy, you just need to watch out and follow the guide's instructions in the cave
Hiking boots are mandatory and also available to rent at the cave location
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.