2 Days Tour South Coast: Ice Cave & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

From

kr.79990

Min Age

2 years

Duration

Overview

Prepare for an exhilarating two-day escapade through Iceland’s natural wonders! Explore the captivating South Coast, where majestic waterfalls and black sand beaches await. Step into Europe’s largest ice cap to uncover the hidden beauty of a blue ice cave. And as the grand finale, chase the mesmerizing Northern Lights for an unforgettable celestial spectacle. Lace up your boots and join us on a journey of discovery and awe-inspiring beauty!

Highlights Of The Tour

✓ Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

✓ Skogafoss Waterfall

✓ Vatnajökull – Europe’s biggest glacier

✓ Crystal Ice Cave (during winter)

✓ Katla Ice Cave (during summer)

✓ Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Included/Exclude

  • Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
  • Hotel Accommodation with a Private Bathroom
  • Breakfast at the Hotel
  • Guided Group Tour in a Minibus
  • Visit to all main highlights of the South Coast
  • Guided Ice Cave Tour (during winter)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • All Necessary Safety Equipment
  • Free WiFi on Board Your Bus

Tour Amenities

Accepts Credit Cards
Car Parking
Free Coupons

Tour Plan

About the Tour

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure along Iceland’s South Coast, where we’ll explore some of the most iconic sights in this land of contrasts. Our journey begins with a scenic drive through picturesque farmlands and charming towns, leading us to the breathtaking Seljalandsfoss waterfall. If weather permits, you’ll have the unique opportunity to walk behind the cascading water, experiencing its beauty up close.

Next, we’ll marvel at the powerful Skogafoss waterfall, reachable after a climb of around 500 steps, offering stunning views from both above and below. Our exploration continues to Reynisfjara, a world-renowned black sand beach adorned with striking basalt sea stacks, a testament to Iceland’s volcanic origins. We’ll recharge with a delicious lunch in Vik, enjoying the view of its quaint church perched atop a hill.

As we journey onward through enchanting moss-covered lava fields, we’ll arrive at Kirkjubæjarklaustur, a village steeped in folklore and mystery. Our accommodation for the night will be in the scenic surroundings of Skaftafell. And if the weather cooperates, our guide will lead us to potential Northern Lights viewing spots, offering a chance to witness this mesmerizing natural phenomenon. Though sightings can’t be guaranteed, we remain hopeful for a magical display illuminating the night sky.

VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK, JOKULSARLON & DIAMOND BEACH

Next up on our itinerary is a visit to Vatnajökull National Park, the largest of its kind in Europe. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll make our way to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, a truly surreal sight that never fails to astonish. Here, massive icebergs float gracefully in the vast lagoon, gradually drifting towards the open sea. Keep your camera ready for the iconic Diamond Beach, where blue icebergs glisten like precious jewels against the dark volcanic sand.

The highlight of our journey awaits as we step into the enchanting blueish Crystal Ice Cave (or Katla Ice Cave in summer), guided by our expert glacier guide. Marvel at the breathtaking ice formations while learning fascinating facts about how these caves are formed.

As we head back to Reykjavik, we’ll keep a lookout for the Northern Lights, making a brief stop if conditions permit. While our arrival in Reykjavík is anticipated around 9:00 p.m., winter weather can sometimes cause slight schedule adjustments. But fear not! Our seasoned travel planners always have a backup plan, ensuring your Iceland adventure remains thrilling and unforgettable.

Day 1 – The Grand South Coast & Northern Lights

Our tour begins with pick-up at 9:00 am from your hotel or the designated meeting point in Reykjavík. Please be ready and waiting at this time, as the pick-up process may take up to 30 minutes.

Embark on a magical journey as we head south before veering eastward for two days of unforgettable adventure. With the sun slowly rising, we make our way to our first stop: the unique Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Here, you can walk behind the cascading water, offering a thrilling experience that’s definitely worth getting a little wet for!

Our next stop brings us to another stunning waterfall, Skógafoss, nestled at the base of the renowned Eyjafjallajökull volcano. On clear days, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of yet another majestic volcano, Mýrdalsjokull glacier. Continuing our journey, we arrive at Reynisfjara, a captivating black beach adorned with striking basalt columns and the iconic Reynisdrangar peaks. Passing through the quaint town of Vík, we make our way to our overnight accommodation. Throughout the day, prepare to be mesmerized by the breathtaking landscapes featuring expansive lava fields, cascading waterfalls, ebony sands, and glacier tongues. As evening descends, we may have the opportunity to chase the elusive Northern Lights, especially in the serene countryside near Vatnajökull glacier, far from the glare of city lights. Your accommodation for the night will be in Hof, where you can unwind and soak in the beauty of Iceland’s wilderness.

Included : 

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Visit to Jokulsarlon Lagoon
  • Safely guided tour in a natural ice cave
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • Necessary glacier equipment
  • Drop off in Reykjavik
    Accommodation
    Adventure Hotel Hof

Day 2: LAND OF ICE

Next, you go into the glacier with a qualified guide! We’ll visit the fascinating Crystal Ice Cave during the winter season or the Katla Ice Cave during the summer season. New caves are formed each winter by the melt/freeze cycle of the glacier, they are always changing, both from year to year and within each winter. The journey into an ice cave will give photographers the most amazing opportunity to capture the shimmering blue light that passes through the glacial ice. Surprisingly deep shades of jewel blue will surround you, these tones are caused by ice compression, the way we perceive light and color, and the blueness can sometimes be intensified by algae.

After visiting the ice cave we head towards Reykjavík. We will keep an eye out for the Northern Lights on our way back to the city and will make a short stop if conditions allow for it.

We return to Reykjavík around 21:00 pm.

Included

  • Hotel breakfast
  • Visit to Jokulsarlon Lagoon
  • Safely guided tour in a natural ice cave
  • Certified Glacier Guide
  • Necessary glacier equipment
  • Drop off in Reykjavik

What To Wear

  • Warm outdoor layers (wool, fleece or synthetic are best, not cotton)
  • Waterproof jacket and pants
  • Headwear
  • Gloves
  • Sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended.

Cancellation Policy

More than 14 days’ notice                                           100% refund

Less than 14 days’ notice                                             50% refund

Less than 48 hours notice                                            No refund

Cancellations or amendments with more than 14 days’ notice before trip departure:

You will be refunded 100% of the total tour price.

Cancellations or amendments with less than 14 days’ notice before trip departure:

You will be refunded 50% of your total tour price. 50% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of canceling any arrangements made for your tour.

Cancellations or amendments with less than 48-hours’ notice before trip departure:

No refund will be given if tours are canceled or if amendments are made with less than 48 hours’ notice, as Tourism Iceland will be charged for all costs such as guides, transport, etc.

Extras and rental gear, booked as part of a multi-day tour fall under the terms as stated here above.

 

Sea Kayaking

Sea Kayaking

One of the most exhilarating ways to experience Antarctica, the Arctic and beyond.

Sea kayaking holidays in the humbling wilderness of Antarcticathe Arctic, and some of the world’s most biodiverse regions, are guaranteed to stir your soul. Paddle between brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes, absorbing the majestic scenery as it unfolds before you. 

In Antarctica, keep your camera on-hand for unforgettable encounters with penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, prepare to  paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large iceberg. 

Led by experienced guides, you and your small group of like-minded adventurers will paddle between ice floes, brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes. Paddling is one of the best ways to access and intimately explore the beautiful coastlines we visit and therefore make the most of your time in the wild and remote destinations we visit

Top reasons to choose a Sea Kayaking holiday

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See wildlife unobtrusively

Kayaking is one of the best ways to spot rare wildlife, from penguins to puffins.

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Better access

Access intimate bays and coves that bigger crafts can’t reach.​

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Knowledgeable guides

Our experienced sea kayak guides will help bring your chosen destination to life.

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Become an expert

Hone your kayaking skills and gain a hobby for life!

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Make friends

Become lifelong friends with your small group of like-minded adventurers.

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Stay fit on your holiday

Being active every day on your holiday means you don’t have to feel guilty about being spoilt by our expert chefs!

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Enhance your experience

Add another layer to your once-in-a-lifetime holiday and make the most out of your time in some of the most remote places on earth.

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It's fun!

Have the time of your life exploring some of the wildest places on earth from the water.

FAQs

Our guide to paddler ratio is 1:10 and we provide an accompanying safety Zodiac. There are 26 places available in Antarctica and tropical voyages, 20 in temperate regions, South Georgia and all Arctic trips except in Franz Josef Land where the maximum is 16 kayakers.

Kayakers must be 14 or over.

Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.

We will give you a drybag for extra clothing, binoculars and anything that needs to be kept dry. You should also carry a water bottle. We recommend bringing a waterproof camera or phone, or ensuring you have a good quality waterproof case.

If the weather changes during our outing we will head back to the ship and perhaps join a shore excursion. The ship’s captain, expedition leader and kayak guide always maintain close contact to ensure a safe paddling experience. We do not attempt to paddle too far away from the ship. The emphasis is on experiencing the destination rather than travelling long distances.

The kayaks are made with a hard plastic and are easily paddled in swell and conducting shore landings, and through small patches of brash ice. We manoeuvre around the larger ice chunks and floes.

Polar regions

Kayaking in the poles offers a unique wildlife viewing experience. In Antarctica, we have many opportunities to encounter penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally we may even spot leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, we’ll paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large icebergs, however we maintain a safe distance from polar bears and walruses. Our guides carry rifles and flare guns in the Arctic to ensure your safety against polar bears.

Temperate regions

Kayakers in wild temperate regions will have a unique wildlife experience, with possible encounters with seals and basking sharks. You will have the opportunity to view some of the largest sea bird colonies in the northern hemisphere.

Tropical regions

The superb wildlife-viewing opportunities are endless in the astonishingly biodiverse nature reserves we visit. Kayaks offer a unique opportunity to view marine and land mammals, coral reefs, tropical fish, sea birds and an astonishing range of rainforest birds. We will bring our snorkelling gear with us during our paddles and take advantage of any opportunities to view marine life up close.

In the unlikely event of a capsize, your experienced guide will assist by righting the kayak, stabilising it then pumping it out. Paddlers will re-enter with the guide’s help, or with a support Zodiac. With drysuits and warm clothing underneath you will be comfortable in cold water for up to half an hour. Note that the kayaks have separate compartments with bulkheads, which means they will float after a capsize.

No. Each kayaking place is for one person only. Passengers are unable to share a kayaking place as we customise the kayaks and dry suits for each individual kayaker at the beginning of each voyage.

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Balcony Stateroom Superior

Deck: 4 & 6

Cabin and balcony combined size: 29.2m² – 35.2m² (314.3ft² – 378.9ft²)

Beds: 
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King bed

 
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Twin beds

Features

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Private en-suite (wheelchair accessible)

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Private balcony

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Full size window

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Desk area

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Closet space

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Room-controlled thermostat

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Room safe

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42″ flat-screen TV

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Mini bar*

Cabin Inclusion

  • 1 x 3-in-1 polar jacket per person (polar voyages only)

Some of these rooms are equipped with wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

*Please note mini bar items are chargeable in all cabins except Junior Suite and Captain’s Suite

Sea Kayaking

Sea Kayaking

One of the most exhilarating ways to experience Antarctica, the Arctic and beyond.

Sea kayaking holidays in the humbling wilderness of Antarcticathe Arctic, and some of the world’s most biodiverse regions, are guaranteed to stir your soul. Paddle between brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes, absorbing the majestic scenery as it unfolds before you. 

In Antarctica, keep your camera on-hand for unforgettable encounters with penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, prepare to  paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large iceberg. 

Led by experienced guides, you and your small group of like-minded adventurers will paddle between ice floes, brash ice and icebergs of all shapes and sizes. Paddling is one of the best ways to access and intimately explore the beautiful coastlines we visit and therefore make the most of your time in the wild and remote destinations we visit

Top reasons to choose a Sea Kayaking holiday

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See wildlife unobtrusively

Kayaking is one of the best ways to spot rare wildlife, from penguins to puffins.

Annotation 2023-04-28 030913

Stay fit on your holiday

Being active every day on your holiday means you don’t have to feel guilty about being spoilt by our expert chefs!

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Knowledgeable guides

Our experienced sea kayak guides will help bring your chosen destination to life.

Annotation 2023-04-28 031035

Enhance your experience

Add another layer to your once-in-a-lifetime holiday and make the most out of your time in some of the most remote places on earth.

Annotation 2023-04-28 031035

Make friends

Become lifelong friends with your small group of like-minded adventurers.

Annotation 2023-04-28 031119

Better access

Access intimate bays and coves that bigger crafts can’t reach.​

Annotation 2023-04-28 031119

Become an expert

Hone your kayaking skills and gain a hobby for life!

Annotation 2023-04-28 031213

It's fun!

Have the time of your life exploring some of the wildest places on earth from the water.

FAQs

Our guide to paddler ratio is 1:10 and we provide an accompanying safety Zodiac. There are 26 places available in Antarctica and tropical voyages, 20 in temperate regions, South Georgia and all Arctic trips except in Franz Josef Land where the maximum is 16 kayakers.

Kayakers must be 14 or over.

Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.

Sea kayaking is offered in place of regular shore excursions. We aim to paddle as often as possible. Depending on the voyage, we generally aim to paddle twice per day.

If the weather changes during our outing we will head back to the ship and perhaps join a shore excursion. The ship’s captain, expedition leader and kayak guide always maintain close contact to ensure a safe paddling experience. We do not attempt to paddle too far away from the ship. The emphasis is on experiencing the destination rather than travelling long distances.

The kayaks are made with a hard plastic and are easily paddled in swell and conducting shore landings, and through small patches of brash ice. We manoeuvre around the larger ice chunks and floes.

Polar regions

Kayaking in the poles offers a unique wildlife viewing experience. In Antarctica, we have many opportunities to encounter penguins, seals and whales, and occasionally we may even spot leopard seals or orcas. In the Arctic, we’ll paddle under nesting bird colonies, past massive glaciers and around large icebergs, however we maintain a safe distance from polar bears and walruses. Our guides carry rifles and flare guns in the Arctic to ensure your safety against polar bears.

Temperate regions

Kayakers in wild temperate regions will have a unique wildlife experience, with possible encounters with seals and basking sharks. You will have the opportunity to view some of the largest sea bird colonies in the northern hemisphere.

Tropical regions

The superb wildlife-viewing opportunities are endless in the astonishingly biodiverse nature reserves we visit. Kayaks offer a unique opportunity to view marine and land mammals, coral reefs, tropical fish, sea birds and an astonishing range of rainforest birds. We will bring our snorkelling gear with us during our paddles and take advantage of any opportunities to view marine life up close.

In the unlikely event of a capsize, your experienced guide will assist by righting the kayak, stabilising it then pumping it out. Paddlers will re-enter with the guide’s help, or with a support Zodiac. With drysuits and warm clothing underneath you will be comfortable in cold water for up to half an hour. Note that the kayaks have separate compartments with bulkheads, which means they will float after a capsize.

No. Each kayaking place is for one person only. Passengers are unable to share a kayaking place as we customise the kayaks and dry suits for each individual kayaker at the beginning of each voyage.

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