The 4 Best Waterfall Cave and Cenote Tours in Iceland

1.Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,090 reviews · from $270Our pick

You’ll ride from Reykjavík to Vík, then switch to a Super Jeep for the rough route toward Kötlujökull Glacier. Expect black volcanic ash in blue ice, a short glacier hike, two major waterfalls, English-speaking guides, and a long but rewarding 11-hour day.

“Our driver and guide from Reykjavik did a fine job informing us about the area and showing us some highlights on the way and back. He kept us on schedule. Hawk, our guide up the glacier, was phenomenal. He kept it light, but full of knowledge. Being a senior citizen who works a desk job, I was out of my element, but he was kind and encouraging. His knowledge of the glacier formations and caves really made the experience even better. He makes a good photographer, too, getting the WOW photo to show your friends. I highly recommend all Iceland visitors see the natural ice caves at Katla and ask…”

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2.Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 272 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $300

Ride from Reykjavík to Vík, switch to a specially modified Super Jeep, and hike across Mýrdalsjökull Glacier with crampons to a naturally formed Katla ice cave. You’ll also visit Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Guides such as Helgi, Nils, Ronan, and Adam have earned praise for safety, stories, and good humor, but bring warm waterproof gear and expect a long day.

“We had an amazing time the tour was perfect from start to finish. The glacier walk was amazing and the cave was awesome.”

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3.Silver Circle: Lava Cave, Waterfalls & Iceland Horses-Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $219Best value

Spend about 10 hours exploring western Iceland by small group vehicle, with stops at Glanni, Hraunfossar, Barnafoss, Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, a family horse farm, and Vidgelmir Lava Cave. The $219 price includes pickup, Wi-Fi, guides, cave admission, and the farm visit. Expect cold, uneven paths and a bumpy ride beyond Reykjavik.

“Our guide was knowledgeable and pleasant. The bus was only half full, suggesting this was less popular than the Golden Circle, although having done both, we enjoyed this tour much more! The half-empty coach meant we had room to store our winter gear and backpacks in the vacant seats, aside from on our laps, that is, leaving us feeling less cramped and uncomfortable than our other bus tours. We also ran into far fewer tourists than on the Golden Circle tour, providing a greater sense of intimacy, solitude and peace. The first hike, to the Glanni Waterfall, was short but icy. We were pleased to be given crampons to use,…”

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4.Ice Cave Katla, South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 11 hours (approx.)

Set out from Reykjavík at 8 a.m. in a private group of up to five with a guide such as Kalman, Thomas, or Carmen. Visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, Vík, and the Katla ice cave. Helmets, crampons, harnesses, parking, WiFi, and the $150 ice-cave fee per person are included.

“Really good. The driver /guide knew about where we we’re going and made a point of ensuring that the group were aware at all times.”

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