Hofn Tours

Experience the dazzling natural landscapes of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on this 3-hour ice caving adventure from Glacier Lagoon. Venture off the beaten track in the Vatnajökull National Park and enjoy the rare opportunity to explore inside a naturally formed ice cave. With new caves forming each year, your experience is guaranteed to be unique, so be sure to bring your camera!

Bear witness to one of the world’s rarest natural phenomena: Iceland’s ethereal blue ice caves. Embark on a guided winter adventure in Vatnajökull National Park, departing from the famous Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. Ride a Super Jeep to the glacier, then hike inside one of the stunning ice caves.

With their rising popularity, Iceland’s ice caves can get crowded. This half-day adventure gets you inside a more remote ice cave, where you’ll have ample time to contemplate and photograph its natural splendor. Meet your guide at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, then arrive at the destination by vehicle and on foot. All necessary safety equipment is included.

Spend time in an ice cave and get up close to the blazing blue formations inside Vatnajökull (Vatna Glacier). Trek with an expert guide across the ice cap of Iceland’s most voluminous glacier — and Europe’s largest. Bring your camera for plenty of photo ops of what will unquestionably be an unforgettable experience. Numbers are limited on this tour to ensure a small-group experience.

This mesmerizing ice cave adventure is perfect for travelers keen to see Iceland’s natural wonders. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar mountain roads, and instead enjoy having a driver to take you on a scenic drive in a Super Jeep. Once you get to Vatnajökull glacier, a guide leads the way so you don’t get lost, and equipment is provided.

Breiðamerkurjökul, an outlet glacier within Vatnajökull National Park, has icy off-road landscapes traversable only via specialized 4WD vehicles. On this tour, hop aboard a “super” Jeep outfitted for glacial terrains and head to an ice cave on the glacier called “Sapphire." Take an ice walk around the cave, enjoy the unreal views, and take photos before returning to the departure point at Jökulsárlón Lake.

Photo opportunities abound at Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. This half-day guided tour takes you inside an ice cave to experience the wonders of southeast Iceland up close. Ride round-trip in a Jeep and expect to walk over some rough terrain. Helmet, ice axe, harness, and crampons are provided.

Go off the beaten track and into an isolated, difficult to access, ice cave on this tour from Hali. In a small group of no more than eight people, this is a more personalized tour than most. Travel by Super Jeep to the location, then hike across rough terrain to explore a unique natural ice cave (selected, according to the conditions, on the day) within Vatnajökull glacier. Your tour guides supply all safety equipment, including helmet, crampons, and ice axe.

Hear about local Icelandic life while you sit around the table, family style, and share a traditional meal with a family in Hofn. As you dine, you’ll hear about traditional and modern life, stories of Icelandic history and culture, and more. This is an informal dinner, where you’ll have dishes like smoked sausage, salmon, fish stew, and much more. Sit and chit chat with your friendly hosts. This is for a small group, max 4.

We offer just one tour per day to get to the ice cave at the less crowded time. That makes our tours more private.

Discover the frozen enchantment of Vatnajökull National Park on an exhilarating 4-hour Glacier Walk with an expert guide. Enjoy a rip-roaring ride in a powerful 4x4 vehicle, admiring the spectacular frozen tableaux of the landscape surrounding the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon as you travel. Then, don your crampons and spend some leisurely exploration time hiking the ice-smothered scenery around the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.

Save time hiring a car and get to Vatnajokull Glacier with ease on this guided ice cave adventure with transfers in a climate-controlled vehicle included. Based on the season, the guide will choose the best ice caves to visit, and conveniently, crampons and helmets are provided, so you don’t need to bring your own.

Be amazed by the frozen enchantment of Europe's largest glacier lagoon on a full-day tour of the legendary Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon from Hofn. Marvel at a landscape comprising of crystal clear water and floating icebergs as you explore the area. Add some sparkles to your day at the Diamond Black Sand Beach. Explore some secret glaciers in the Vatnajökull National Park where the largest glacier in Europe lies.  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach and Secret Glacier • Private tour • Highly rated and recommended by guests

Get an intimate glimpse of one of Iceland’s famous ice caves on this half-day hiking excursion on the Vatna Glacier. Get there easily with included transfer via super jeep, then strap on your crampons, clip on your helmet, and set off along icy trails deep into the frozen landscape, benefiting throughout from the supervision and expert knowledge of your professional guide.

Experience the wonder of the Vatnajokull glacier and capture memories from your day on this half-day excursion. Join a small group, a guide, and a photographer for a few hours of glacial hiking and touring ice caves. Learn about the geological features from your guide, admiring the blue-colored ice, while your photographer captures special moments from your tour.

Note: More operators are using the same cave, so we can't guarantee being alone in the cave. If you want less crowded experiences we recommend taking a look at our blue ice experience - glacier hiking tours. An extra-small group tour to the Sapphire ice cave located on Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. This tour is operated by a small, local company. You'll meet your licensed guide at Jökulsárlón. From there it's an approximately 30 minute drive in a 4x4 truck to the glacier parking. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the edge of the glacier where the Sapphire cave is located. We usually spend around 30-45 minutes in the cave, taking plenty of photos and exploring the various formations in the cave.

Trek across a magnificent glacier on this tour of one of Iceland’s natural treasures. The adventure starts at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, where you’ll meet your guide and receive instruction on how to walk on glaciers. You’ll then make your way by super jeep to the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, where you’ll take an 6-10 km hike across the ice.

Experience the chilling beauty of Iceland’s glaciers on this private ice cave tour in Vatnajökull National Park. You’ll meet your guide at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and travel by huge-wheeled super jeep out to the glacier. With crampons, ice axe, and other ice hiking equipment, you’ll make a 6-10 km trek across the glacier while exploring the mysterious crevices and ice caves of this sublime landscape.

Go on an unforgettable trip in search of the secret glaciers of Vatnajökull and enjoy an outdoor picnic by the glacier. Depending on weather and road conditions, we will be exploring 3 - 4 secret glaciers on this tour. Most of these glacier tongues are not easily accessible. Our expert driver-guide will take you on an unforgettable trip to these spectacular glaciers. Moderate hiking is needed for this trip. Sandwich/wrap and juice for lunch are included. Please kindly inform us during booking if you require special diet.

A day spent exploring Iceland's glaciers is a day to remember so ensure you leave with tangible memories of your time on Jökulsárlón by booking a private tour with your own personal photographer. As you hike through glacial tundra and across the glacier and inside multiple ice caves, your photographer will capture photographs of you that you will treasure forever.

Discover the mesmerizing landscapes of Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest glacier, and explore one of its most impressive natural wonders—an ice cave. With this tour, you’ll enjoy three adventures in one. Admire the views as you ride a super jeep from the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, hike across the glacier using crampons and ice axes, then venture into the ice cave to marvel at the gleaming blue colors.

Seeing the northern lights weaving their way across the night sky is a captivating experience. This private Northern lights tour takes you out of Hofn to the best places to see Northern lights swirling across the night sky in their fantastic shapes and colours. Located under the "Auroral Oval," Iceland is one of the best places on earth to experience the beautiful and mysterious northern lights. Northern lights (Aurora Borealis) are most frequently seen around the North Pole, within an oval shaped region drawn around the Northern hemisphere called the "auroral oval." Iceland lies within this most active region meaning that the Northern lights are potentially visible from every place in Iceland. In reality viewing conditions for Northern lights depend on many factors including geography, weather, the time of day and more. Crisp evenings with skies clear enough to see stars is a good indicator for auroral activity. Please note that sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Discover the rivers and lakes that are loved by local Hofn fishermen with a private guide. You’ll choose the duration that suits you best when you book, then try your hand at landing a catch with an experience tailored to your skills. Keep your catch for dinner, or release it back to the sea, if you prefer. Dock-side fishing can also be arranged if you suffer from sea sickness.

The East Fjörds region is one of Iceland's least-visited areas, making it an ideal escape from the tourist-filled more popular areas. This private tour in a Super Jeep introduces you to its many gems, including the waterfalls of Sveinsstekksfoss, Folaldafoss, and Flögufos, and the public artwork, Eggin i Gledivík.