Glacier Snowmobiling, Ice Cave & Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavík

Name: Glacier Snowmobiling, Ice Cave & Northern Lights Tour
Brand: Experiences
SKU: IS-ST-16
Price: 54490 ISK

Try Iceland’s Best Winter Experiences in One Combo Tour

Product-ID: ST-16

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Woman In Snowmobiling Gear Touching A Wall Of An Ice Cave in iceland

Couple Hugging And Looking At Northern Lights in iceland

Snowmobiling Tour In Progress On Langjokull Glacier in iceland

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About Tour

Get ready for the ultimate winter adventure in Iceland! From Reykjavik, dive into a full day of thrilling snowmobiling and ice caving, followed by an exclusive late-night Northern Lights hunt with expert guides. This is your chance to check off Iceland’s most iconic winter experiences—all in one epic trip.

Highlights

Snowmobile on Iceland’s second-largest glacier
Step into a natural blue ice cave
Chase the Northern Lights with top guides
Warm up with hot chocolate and a blanket
Get free photos under Aurora
Enjoy a small group adventure

Included

Pick up & drop off in Reykjavík
Guided snowmobile tour
Snowmobiling Gear
Super Jeep or Monster Truck and minibus transfers
Certified English-speaking guides
Visit to a natural ice cave
Free WiFi on board of the minibus
Free photos with the Northern Lights
Complimentary hot cocoa and chocolate treat
Free retry for the Northern Lights part of the tour (if not seen), valid for 3 years
Stop at Skjol Bistro (opportunity to purchase lunch)

What to bring

Warm outdoor clothing
Waterproof jacket and pants
Headwear and gloves
Thermal base layer
Sturdy hiking shoes
Lunch and snacks

Tour Snapshot

Availability Nov - Apr

Duration 16 hours

Departs From Reykjavik

Difficulty Moderate

Minimum age 8 years

Ratio 1:28

Pick Up Yes

Meet on Location No

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450

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Small Group Experience
Expert Guides
Free Wi-Fi
Best Price Guarantee
No Booking Fees
Fast & Secure Payment

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450

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Itinerary

Spend the day snowmobiling across the Langjökull Glacier, exploring its stunning natural ice caves, and hunting the Northern Lights under the dark Icelandic skies. From glacier ice to the shimmering Aurora Borealis, this tour checks off Iceland’s most iconic experiences in one unforgettable trip.

Langjökull Glacier Snowmobiling and Ice Caving

We’ll start the day with a scenic two-hour drive to Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier. Once there, we’ll board Super Jeeps and head to the glacier’s base camp, where you’ll gear up for an adrenaline-pumping snowmobile ride. Glide across “The White Glacier” for an hour, passing unique ice formations and massive crevasses. We’ll also explore one of Langjökull’s incredible natural ice caves, known for their translucent beauty and volcanic ash stripes.

If you didn’t bring lunch, you can enjoy a meal at Skjól Bistro before returning to Reykjavik to meet your Aurora guide.

Northern Lights Hunting Experience

In the evening, we continue with the exciting night part of the adventure—searching for the mesmerizing Northern Lights. Our expert guides will take you into the Icelandic countryside, away from the Reykjavik city lights, tracking the conditions to find the perfect viewing spot. Then, you will relax with hot chocolate and blankets as the sky comes alive with the famous vibrant colors of the aurora!

Your guide will snap photos of you beneath the magical dancing lights, and you’ll receive a link to download pictures for free. After the hunt, we’ll return to Reykjavik to conclude the tour, leaving you with memories to cherish forever.

Pick-up Information

Pick-up starts at 7:30 a.m. You will be picked up at your selected location in Reykjavik. Please note that picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, so your patience is greatly appreciated. List of available pick-up points.

Please note

The tour consists of two parts. If one is canceled, the other will continue as planned, and you can still participate.
Due to weather and glacier conditions, the operator may make changes to the tour. Your safety is our main concern, and we’ll ensure your adventure remains safe and enjoyable.
You need a valid driver’s license to operate a snowmobile.
The tour price is based on two people sharing one snowmobile. If you are a solo traveler or prefer to ride alone, you can upgrade to a solo snowmobile for an additional 10,000 ISK per person. You will also need to choose a solo option for an odd number of bookings.
If you wish to ride solo but do not have a valid driver's license, you can book an extra guide to operate your snowmobile for an additional 60,000 ISK. Don't hesitate to contact us for further information and booking.
Since the Northern Lights’ visibility depends on weather conditions, they may not be visible during your tour. If that’s the case, you can join another Northern Lights minibus tour for free, subject to availability. Please contact the helpdesk to rebook.

FAQ

Is snowmobiling tour optional all year around?

Yes, Iceland is a cold country so our glaciers are here all year around and we can go snowmobiling in every season.

Do I have to have snowmobiling experience to participate?

You do not need a previous snowmobile driving experience. Your guide will provide you with operating instructions that you can easily follow.

However, you must have a valid driving license if you intend to drive the snowmobile.

Are there toilet facilities at the base camp?

Yes, we have toilet facilities at the base camp on Langjokull glacier, where the tour starts. However, bathroom breaks are not optional during the tour itself, therefore, we recommend you to use the bathroom before and/or after the tour.

What equipment is provided for the snowmobiling tour?

We will provide you with an overall, a balaclava, goggles, gloves and a helmet.

What is good to bring with you on a snowmobiling tour?

First and foremost warm clothing.

Upper body: Thermal shirt and a fleece or a thick sweater over.

Lower body: Warm pants.
If you get easily cold, also thermals.

Shoes: It’s best to wear boots as it’s pretty cold on the glacier and they can get wet.

NOTE: You need to bring a lunch or some snacks. Lunch is not included in the tour.

I am a solo traveler, do I need to pay for the single ride supplement?

Yes, if traveling solo you will need to purchase the single ride extra fee.

What is the age limit to go on snowmobiling?

The age limit is 8 years old, of course in company with a guardian.

Am I allowed to participate in snowmobile tour if I am pregnant?

We do not recommend women who are pregnant to participate in our snowmobile tours. If you are traveling in a group, you are welcome to travel with them and stay at our basecamp while the group goes on the snowmobile part of the tour.

Can I ride a snowmobile if I only have motorcycle license?

No, full drivers license is required to ride a snowmobile.

Is it guaranteed that I see Northern Lights on the tour?

The Northern Lights are natural phenomena and we, unfortunately, cannot promise you will see them. Their appearance depends upon atmospheric and weather conditions.

For more information on the Northern Lights, please have a look at our Northern Lights tours.

What camera settings do you recommend for photographing the Northern Lights?

We, unfortunately, do not have one simple answer to this question.

There isn’t just one single setting for your camera that ensures great photos. However, if you have manual options, you are probably best served with experimenting with various combinations of ISO, aperture, and exposure settings. As a rule of thumb, ISO setting between 800 and 3200, aperture between f/2 8 and f/5.6, and shutter speed at between 15 seconds and 30 seconds have proven effective.

A good thing to keep in mind, ISO setting between 800 and 3200, aperture between f/2.8 and f/5.6, and shutter speed between 15 seconds and 30 seconds have given great results.

Different combinations may give very different results. Higher ISO setting will allow you to capture faster exposures, but the downside to this might be for example grainier images.

If the shutter speed is above 15 seconds it will result in a slight star movement.

Wider angle lenses are usually more versatile in low light settings, but longer lenses give you different options for compositions. Make sure that you remove all lens filters, as they may distort images. You will probably get the best results with manual setting for infinite focal length.

What if the Northern Lights tour goes ahead and no lights are seen?

Reimbursement is not given if the northern lights tour goes ahead and no lights are seen but we do offer you the change to join a Northern Lights Minibus tour free of charge.

Please contact our Customer Care to re-book your tour.

How do I know if my Northern Lights tour is on for the evening?

The northern lights are a pretty difficult thing to predict. We recommend you to check en.vedur.is to see the forecast and if the level is high and the skies are clear then it’s very likely that the tour is going ahead. We do update our website’s tour departure sheet with the information at 17:00 pm the latest. If your tour is canceled then you will receive an email from us.

If we think there is no chance at all of seeing the lights we will cancel the tour. We don’t want to bring you out and disappoint if there is no chance of the lights to be seen.

Will we get pictures taken with the northern lights?

Yes, the guide on your tour will take a photo of you with the northern lights in the background.
These can be single or group photo’s and are free of charge.

Which months are the northern lights seen?

The Northern Lights season is from late August until mid-April. However, if you want to increase your changes of seeing them, it is best to wait until the clear winter months of mid-September until March.