Just off of the Ring Road on Iceland's South Coast 158 km away from Reykjavík, the Blue Ice Cave is one of the most accessible natural ice cave in the country.
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The ice caves form where glaciers melt (ice tongues), and the most popular area to visit is the ice caves in Vatnajökull National Park in south-east Iceland. The most popular cave of all is the Crystal Cave because it's so accessible – tour companies can drive right up to the entrance.
The Ice Cave you will see is safe because we take care of it, we know it well and we see the changes. Don't be silly, take a guide! The Icelandic Civil Protection is strongly advising to not visit glaciers on your own.
Layers of lightweight (but warm) breathable clothes. Waterproof outer layers - water will drip inside the ice cave. A hat fine enough to fit under a helmet. Gloves and warm socks.
This tour is a must-see for people who want to witness the country's bluest, most captivating ice cave in recent years. Get up close and personal to incredible shades of icy blue while you walk into the depths of the mighty Vatnajokull, Europe's largest Glacier.
What preperations do I have to make before visiting the ice cave and what should I wear? It can get very cold on the glacier, even during summertime. The temperature inside the tunnel is around 0°C (32°F), so you need to be properly dressed to feel comfortable throughout your tour.
A digital camera, preferably a D-SLR with good low-light capabilities. A sturdy tripod. It can be slippery inside an ice cave so mounting your camera onto a tripod will ensure sharp and steady shots. An ultra wide-angle lens such as a 16-35mm on a full-frame sensor camera or a 10-24mm on a crop-sensor camera.