Glacier Ice Cave and Snowmobile from Gullfoss

4 hours
Meet at Gullfoss
Minimum age 6
Moderate
November–June
Operated by Mountaineers of Iceland

A person in overalls raises an arm inside a long tunnel of glowing blue glacier ice.

Riders on snowmobiles follow packed tracks across a wide snowfield toward distant white peaks.

Visitor at the entrance to a glacier ice cave

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Glacier vehicle and snowmobile in the highlands

Riders crossing the glacier on the Ice Cave and Snowmobile tour

Overview

Travel from Gullfoss to Langjökull for a guided snowmobile ride and a visit to a man-made glacier ice cave, with snow gear and transfers included.

Snowmobile and cave access can change with glacier and weather conditions. Snowmobiles are normally shared by two people unless a single-rider upgrade is booked. The minimum age is 6.

Itinerary

The shape of your day

5 stops

The guide may change the order, timing or accessibility of stops when weather, roads, glacier conditions or local closures require it.

Start
Gullfoss meeting point
Check in at the Gullfoss meeting point; hotel pickup is not included.
Transfer to the glacier hut
Travel from Gullfoss toward Langjökull and prepare for the glacier activities at the operator’s base.
Langjökull snowmobile ride
Follow the glacier guide on a snowmobile route across Langjökull. Drivers must meet the licence requirements.
Glacier ice cave
Visit the glacier’s constructed ice tunnel and cave with the supplied snow and safety equipment.
End
Return to Gullfoss
Return by the operator’s glacier vehicle to the Gullfoss meeting point.

RouteReturn leg1 stop on the map

What's included

Guided Langjökull snowmobile tour
Glacier ice-cave admission
Return transfer from Gullfoss
Snowmobile overalls, helmet, gloves, balaclava and shoe covers
Certified glacier guide

Know before you go

Meet at Gullfoss.
Duration: 4 hours.
Minimum age: 6. Activity level: Moderate.
Operating season: November–June.
Bring warm waterproof layers and sturdy outdoor shoes. Drivers need a valid driving licence, and each child or teenager must travel with an adult.
Snowmobile and cave access can change with glacier and weather conditions. Snowmobiles are normally shared by two people unless a single-rider upgrade is booked.
Not included: Food and drinks.
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Not included: Optional gratuities.
Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before departure; cancellations made later are non-refundable.

Frequently asked

Where does the tour start?

Meet at Gullfoss. Follow the meeting or pickup instructions on the booking voucher and be ready before the stated time.

What is the minimum age and activity level?

The minimum age is 6. The activity level is moderate; guests must be comfortable with the terrain described on this page.

What should I bring?

Bring warm waterproof layers and sturdy outdoor shoes. Drivers need a valid driving licence, and each child or teenager must travel with an adult.

Can the itinerary change?

Snowmobile and cave access can change with glacier and weather conditions. Snowmobiles are normally shared by two people unless a single-rider upgrade is booked.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before departure; cancellations made later are non-refundable.

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