Glacier Truck Ride and Ice Cave Tour
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Availability
November - April 15th
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DURATION
4 Hours
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Difficulty
Very Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
4 Years
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Price
ISK 24.900
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier
- Ride across the glacier in a huge Monster Glacier Truck
- Visit the naturally formed Neptune Ice Cave
- Discover deep-blue ice and layers of volcanic ash
- Enjoy panoramic views across the glacier and Icelandic Highlands
- Learn about glaciers and the Highlands from an experienced guide
- Start and finish at Gullfoss Waterfall
Included:
- Transfer from Gullfoss to the Sleipnir glacier truck base when required
- Guided 3–4 hour Langjökull glacier experience
- Monster Glacier Truck ride
- Guided natural ice cave visit
- Crampons
- English-speaking guide
- Restroom onboard the Sleipnir truck
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
Langjökull Ice Cave Tour from Gullfoss
Explore Iceland’s second-largest glacier on this Langjökull Ice Cave Tour from Gullfoss. Travel into the Icelandic Highlands aboard one of Sleipnir’s enormous glacier trucks and discover the spectacular winter landscape of Langjökull.
The adventure combines an unforgettable Monster Truck ride with a guided visit to a natural ice cave, where layers of blue ice and volcanic ash reveal the constantly changing story of the glacier.
Explore the Natural Neptune Ice Cave
Step inside the Neptune Ice Cave, a naturally formed ice cave known for its beautiful deep-blue colours.
Walk through the frozen environment with your guide and see crystal ice walls marked by layers of dark volcanic ash from past eruptions. Because this is a natural ice cave, its formations and appearance can change as the glacier moves and evolves.
Your knowledgeable guide will lead the way while sharing fascinating information about glaciers, Langjökull and the Icelandic Highlands.
Ride a Monster Truck Across Langjökull
Getting there is part of the experience. Travel across the glacier in one of Sleipnir’s huge Monster Glacier Trucks, with panoramic windows offering impressive views of the surrounding landscape.
The tour begins and ends at Gullfoss Waterfall, making it easy to combine with a visit to Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.
This winter experience operates from 1 November to 15 April and takes approximately 3–4 hours, depending on weather and road conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You will visit the naturally formed Neptune Ice Cave in Langjökull Glacier. Its appearance and formations can change as the glacier evolves.
The tour starts at the upper Gullfoss parking area, near Gullfoss Café. Please arrive approximately 15 minutes before departure.
The experience takes approximately 3–4 hours, depending on weather and road conditions.
The minimum age is 4 years. Booster seats are available and should be requested when making your reservation.
Crampons are included in the tour. You should bring waterproof hiking shoes or boots, warm layers, a waterproof jacket, hat and gloves.
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 3–4 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Minimum age: 4 years
- Season: 1 November – 15 April
- The tour starts and finishes at the upper Gullfoss parking area
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
- Tour duration may vary depending on weather and road conditions
- The tour involves walking through snow and uneven terrain, including steps inside the ice cave
- Crampons are provided
- Booster seats are available and should be added to the reservation when required
- Autumn transfers from Gullfoss to the Monster Truck base are operated by Highland bus, while winter departures may leave directly from Gullfoss in the red Monster Glacier Truck
- Tours may be cancelled at short notice due to weather or safety conditions. Alternative tours, dates or a full refund may be offered
What to Bring
- Waterproof hiking shoes or boots
- Warm socks
- Base and mid-layer clothing
- Waterproof and warm jacket
- Warm hat and gloves
- Sunglasses
- Camera or phone
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
- No cancellation fee when cancelled more than 1 day before departure
Meet at Gullfoss Waterfall
Your Langjökull Ice Cave Tour from Gullfoss begins at the upper Gullfoss parking area, close to Gullfoss Café.
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure and look for the Sleipnir meeting point sign. Depending on the season and conditions, transportation towards the glacier base is provided by a Highland bus or the distinctive red Monster Glacier Truck.
Journey Towards Langjökull
Travel into the Icelandic Highlands towards Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier.
Along the way, your guide shares stories and fascinating information about the glacier, the surrounding Highlands and Iceland’s unique environment.
Monster Truck Glacier Adventure
Board one of Sleipnir’s enormous Monster Glacier Trucks and continue across the spectacular landscape of Langjökull.
The vehicle’s large panoramic windows provide excellent views as you travel deeper into the remote glacier environment.
Explore the Natural Ice Cave
Step inside the Neptune Ice Cave, a naturally formed ice cave within Langjökull.
Follow your guide through the frozen formations and discover beautiful shades of blue ice alongside layers of black volcanic ash preserved within the glacier.
Crampons are provided for the ice cave visit. The experience involves walking through snow and across uneven terrain, including steps inside the cave.
Return to Gullfoss
After exploring the ice cave and glacier, begin the journey back through the Highlands.
The adventure finishes where it started at Gullfoss Waterfall, giving you the opportunity to continue exploring the Golden Circle.
The complete tour takes approximately 3–4 hours, depending on weather and road conditions.
The meeting location is at Gullfoss Waterfall in the Golden Circle area.
Please note that the meeting location is located 1 hour and 45 minutes drive from Reykjavik.
Please be at the location 15 minutes before the departure.
