Northern Lights and Langjökull Glacier Cave Tour from Reykjavík

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Experience Iceland's natural wonders including the breathtaking Northern Lights and an ice cave tour at the Langjökull Glacier from Reykjavík!

Discover the magic of the Aurora Borealis and the magnificence of one of Iceland's largest glaciers on this unforgettable, 9-hour guided Northern Lights and Langjökull Glacier ice-caving tour from Reykjavík! Welcoming adventurers ages 6 and up.

Western Iceland's renowned Langjökull Glacier is a celebrated geological feature that spans an impressive 950 square kilometres (370 square miles) with active volcanos located well below the ice. A must-visit destination when travelling to Iceland, the Langjökull Glacier is surrounded by striking mountainous terrain with ice layers, glacial slopes, crevasses, and ice caves. In addition, this spectacular area is an amazing place to view the awe-inspiring natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights! This Northern Lights and Langjökull Glacier Cave tour from Reykjavík, with transportation included, is well worth the drive from Iceland's capital city!

The fun starts at one of the listed pick-up points in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking). Then, you and your group will set out on the scenic 2-hour transfer to Húsafell. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views! Upon your arrival, you'll be greeted by your knowledgeable and friendly guide who will give a safety and itinerary briefing. Next, you'll board the 8-wheel 'Super Truck', traversing rugged terrain towards the Langjökull Glacier. Don't forget your camera!

At the Langjökull Glacier, you'll enter a human-made tunnel that leads into the heart of the glacier and the stunning ice cave! On a guided Langjökull Glacier ice cave tour, you'll learn fascinating facts about Iceland's extraordinary glaciers while viewing the astonishing shades of blue of the ice. Next, you'll be treated to a light snack with chocolate milk. If luck is on your side, you may observe the dancing colours of the Northern Lights from the top of the Langjökull Glacier (near the ice cave entrance). After savouring the serenity of nature and its marvels, you'll return to the original departure point with lifelong memories of this Northern Lights and Langjökull Glacier Cave tour from Reykjavík!

Escape the bustling city and embark upon an adventure to remember by booking this Northern Lights and Langjökull Glacier Cave tour from Reykjavík today!

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Course of events

- Pick up from listed meeting points in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)

- Meet your experienced instructor/guide

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Scenic 2-hour transfer to the departure point in Húsafell

- Arrival

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- The adventure begins!

- Board the 'Super Truck'

- Scenic drive to the Langjökull Glacier

- Arrival

- Ice cave tour

- Snack break

- The adventure continues!

- Set off in search of the Northern Lights!

- 2-hour return transfer to the original meeting point in Reykjavík

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Pick-up from Reykjavík is included in the ticket price, please list the address of one of the following locations when booking:

  • Bus Stop #01 – In front of the City Hall
  • Bus Stop #04 – Miðbakki
  • Bus Stop #06 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House)
  • Bus Stop #08 – Hallgrímskirkja
  • Bus Stop #09 – Snorrabraut
  • Bus Stop #12 – Höfðatorg
  • Bus Stop #15 – Vesturbugt
  • 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24
  • Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19
  • BSÍ Bus Terminal (By the taxi stand)
  • Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10
  • Bus Terminal – Klettagarðar 4
  • Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32
  • Dalur Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34
  • Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel – Brautarholt 10
  • Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38
  • Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2
  • Hótel Ísland Spa & Wellness - Ármúli 9
  • Hótel Örkin – Brautarholt 29
  • Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14
  • N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði
  • Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels – Suðurlandsbraut 12
  • Reykjavík Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels – Nauthólsvegur 52
  • Skarfabakki 312 Cruise Terminal (Pre-Booked Tours Pick Up)

Wearing warm clothing and insulated/waterproof winter boots is highly recommended for this ice-caving and Northern Lights excursion.

In addition, pick-up may take at least 30 minutes, please arrive at one of the listed meeting points in advance.

Since the Northern Lights are an unpredictable natural phenomenon, their presence is never guaranteed.

Meeting point:
Pick-up is offered from select locations in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms')
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Included
  • Reykjavík transfers from listed locations
  • Guide
  • Light snack
  • Chocolate milk
Excluded
  • Winter clothing
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm and winterproof outer layers
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Winter boots
  • Wool socks
  • Small backpack
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera

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