Sapphire Ice Cave Tour on Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, Iceland

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 3.5 hrs
Spoken languages: Icelandic, English
Minimum age: From 12 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: super flexible More info
Opening seasons:
  • J
  • F
  • M
  • A
  • M
  • J
  • J
  • A
  • S
  • O
  • N
  • D

Activity description

Sapphire ice cave is located on Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. Although it is named after the sapphire gemstone, it takes on different tones of blue in the changing seasons. While in Winter it takes on the deep blue shade associated to sapphire, in Summer, its hue can be compared to that of aquamarine. This kaleidoscope of blue is surprisingly large with clear ice and lots of light, which makes it perfect for photography. It doesn’t matter if you are an amateur just taking photos with your phone or an experienced photographer with professional gear. It is almost impossible to take a bad picture in this cave. 

We will drive straight to the glacier in our Land Rover during this tour. Along the way, we will keep a close lookout for reindeer, who love grazing on these roads. Then, it will be an easy 20-minute walk straight to the ice cave.

We will spend around 45 minutes in the cave, depending on the day's conditions. This is plenty of time to take photos and revel in this natural marvel. Your guide will tell you all there is to know about the Icelandic glaciers and the formation of ice caves. Although other companies will likely be running tours in the cave at the same time, we will stay with our small group of 6 and make the most of the place as best as we can. This cave is a must-see!

Special terms

Please note that the ice cave changes in appearance with the seasons. We can therefore not guarantee that the pictures from last year will be representative of the ice cave in subsequent years.

Included
  • Certified English guide
  • Glacier gear (crampons, helmet, harness and an ice axe)
  • 4*4 transport to and from the glacier
Excluded
  • Food and drink
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots (preferably with ankle support)
  • Warm, waterproof clothing
  • Sun glasses
  • Water and an energy bar
100% secure payments
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Meeting point
Skaftafell Terminal Tour Center, Flugvallarvegur 5, 785 Öræfi, Iceland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 24 hours or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
24 hrs
Cancellation 24 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule