Combine snowmobiling with a walk inside a glacier on this unique 4-hour experience from Gullfoss. Ride across Langjökull before stepping into a custom-built ice cave carved deep into the glacier. It’s a great mix of action and something a bit different you won’t get on a standard tour.
Meet at Gullfoss before heading up towards Langjökull Glacier in a specially adapted vehicle. The drive takes you away from the main visitor areas and into the highlands, where the terrain gradually becomes snow-covered and more remote. It’s a great introduction to the landscape before reaching the glacier itself.
Once at base, you’ll be fitted with snowmobiling gear and given a safety briefing. After getting comfortable with the controls, you’ll head out onto the glacier for a guided ride. Expect wide-open ice fields, changing snow conditions, and views stretching across the highlands. The pace is steady and suitable for beginners, making it easy to enjoy the surroundings while riding.
Midway through the experience, the group visits a man-made ice cave carved into the glacier. Inside, you’ll walk through a tunnel that reaches around 70 metres into the ice, with blue tones and layered textures all around you. It’s a completely different perspective compared to being on the surface, and a highlight of the tour before heading back across the glacier.
The meeting point is Gullfoss Parking, Gullfossi, IS. This area is easy to reach by car and has nearby facilities, making it a convenient starting point for the tour.
From Gullfoss, the route heads into the highlands towards Langjökull Glacier. As Iceland’s second-largest glacier, it covers a vast area of the interior and offers a remote setting that’s not accessible without specialised vehicles and guides.
Guests must be at least 6 years old to join, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone driving a snowmobile must be 18 or older and hold a valid driver’s licence. Each adult in the group must also have a licence, and only one child is allowed per adult. Snowmobiles are shared between two people unless a single rider option is chosen.
Warm, waterproof, and windproof clothing is recommended, along with sturdy outdoor footwear. All snowmobiling gear is provided, including overalls, helmets, gloves, balaclavas, and shoe covers. Dressing in layers will help keep you comfortable throughout the experience.
Guides are experienced in leading glacier tours and ensure each part of the experience runs safely and smoothly. Their knowledge of the glacier allows them to adapt the route depending on conditions, helping you get the most out of both the ride and the ice cave visit.
Combining snowmobiling with access to a glacier ice cave offers something more than a standard ride. With well-maintained equipment and a focus on safety, this experience gives you time both on the glacier and inside it, making it a well-rounded adventure.
The snowmobile portion forms a key part of the 4-hour experience, with plenty of time spent riding across the glacier. The pace is steady, making it suitable for beginners while still giving a good sense of the landscape.
Guides lead the way and adjust the route depending on conditions, ensuring you get the best possible ride on the day while keeping everything safe and controlled.
The ice cave is a man-made tunnel carved into Langjökull Glacier, stretching around 70 metres into the ice. Inside, you’ll see layers of compacted snow and ice, often with blue tones depending on the light.
Walking through the cave gives a completely different perspective compared to being on the glacier surface. It’s a calm, sheltered environment and a highlight of the tour for many guests.
Yes, anyone driving a snowmobile must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver’s licence. All other adults in the group must also have a licence.
If you don’t have a licence, you can still join as a passenger. Snowmobiles are shared between two people, so you’ll still be part of the experience.
Yes, this tour is designed to be accessible even if you’ve never ridden a snowmobile before. Guides provide clear instructions and support throughout.
The route is planned to suit a range of experience levels, with wide, open areas that make it easier to get used to the snowmobile.
Warm, waterproof, and windproof clothing is essential, as conditions on the glacier can change quickly. Sturdy shoes are also recommended.
All snowmobiling gear is provided and worn over your own clothing, adding an extra layer of warmth and protection during the ride.
You’ll meet at Gullfoss and then travel to the glacier in a specially adapted vehicle. This journey takes you into more remote highland terrain.
The drive itself is part of the experience, giving you a sense of how the landscape changes as you move away from the main roads.
Children aged six and above are welcome but must ride as passengers with an adult. Each adult can bring one child.
The mix of snowmobiling and exploring the ice cave makes it an engaging experience for younger guests, while still being safe and well-guided.
Yes, photography is allowed inside the cave and on the glacier. The ice formations and lighting make for great photos.
It’s best to keep your camera secure while riding and take photos during stops to avoid dropping anything on the snowmobile.
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Gullfoss Parking, Gullfossi, IS
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