This glacier tour is provided by two locally owned companies. The Buggy Tour starts at 10:00 AM, just 23 min drive east from Hali. The Ice Cave Tour starts at Glacier Adventure base camp in Hali at 13:00 PM. The age limit is 10 years old.

South East Buggy Tours – Forgotten Airfield Adventure

Get ready for an unforgettable off-road adventure along Iceland’s remote South East coast with South East Buggy Tours.
This guided buggy experience takes you far beyond the beaten path, where few travelers ever go. You’ll drive powerful off-road buggies across rugged terrain, coastal tracks, and dramatic black sand beaches shaped by wind, ocean, and time. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to a forgotten airfield, hidden in the wild landscape — a fascinating relic from Iceland’s past that adds a unique historical edge to the journey.
Along the route, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, wide open shorelines, and raw, untouched nature that truly captures the spirit of Iceland. This is not a sightseeing bus tour — it’s a hands-on, adrenaline-filled experience where you feel connected to the land with every turn of the wheels.
No previous buggy experience is needed. Before the tour begins, you’ll receive a full safety briefing and clear instructions on how to operate the buggy. An experienced local guide leads the way and shares stories about the area, its history, and its powerful natural forces.
Whether you’re looking for adventure, incredible photo opportunities, or a truly authentic Icelandic experience, this tour delivers excitement, scenery, and a sense of exploration you won’t find anywhere else. Ride where planes once landed. Explore where few have been.

Important Information

• A valid driving license is required to drive a buggy. Guests without a driving license may join as passengers.
• Drivers must be at least 17 years old.
• This experience is not suitable for pregnant guests.
• Participants should be in good general physical condition and able to operate a vehicle on uneven terrain.
• Infant seats are not available.
• Weather conditions can change quickly; tours may be adjusted or rescheduled for safety reasons.
• Please dress warmly and be prepared for Icelandic weather — all essential safety gear is provided.

YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AtyteOvK-8

Crystal Ice Cave

The ice cave tour starts and ends at Glacier Adventure’s cozy base camp at Hali, only 13km east of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.

At Hali you will be welcomed by the Glacier Adventure staff and provided with all the necessary glacier equipment you need for this tour. Hiking boots are available for rent if you don‘t have them with you.

From Hali base camp we will drive towards the glacier on our modified jeeps, for approx. 30 minutes. From the parking lot, we will walk towards the glacier in a lunar landscape that has been shaped through the years by the retrieving glacier, the walk takes approx. 30-40 minutes.

Every winter, the glacier creates a unique ice cave experience. As glaciers are constantly changing during the summer, no two ice cave seasons are the same, and the exact ice cave visited on this tour depends on the conditions and accessibility during your visit.

This tour includes a visit to a naturally formed ice cave located at the edge of the glacier. The total tour duration is around 3 hours, with about one hour exploring the ice cave. 

This tour is rated easy level. It is suitable for families that are looking for an unforgettable experience with the whole family. The minimum age is 10 years.

We will not be the only group visiting the ice cave. This has become an incredibly popular winter activity in Iceland. Other tour companies bring guests to visit the cave which can cause it to be crowded. Please expect to share the cave with additional groups.

All glacier trips are taken at the responsibility of participants. Glacier Adventure does not take responsibility for accidents which are caused by their customers or can be traced to their own actions.

Included on the Buggy Tour

• One hour of buggy driving
• All required safety equipment
  (helmet, gloves, waterproof suit)
• Experienced guides

Included on the Ice Cave Tour

• Micro Spikes
• Helmet
• Headlamp if needed

Buggy Tour

• Warm, comfortable clothing
• Sturdy shoes suitable for outdoor conditions
• Sunglasses (recommended on bright days)
• Camera or phone for photos

All essential safety gear and outerwear are provided, but dressing appropriately for Icelandic weather will make your experience even more enjoyable.

Ice Cave Tour

No matter where you’re going in Iceland, it’s important to choose the right clothing and dress according to weather. We strongly recommend dressing in layers so it is easy to take off or put on layers depending on weather.

• Good waterproof shoes with ankle support (hiking boots )
• Thermal underwear
• Wool/fleece thermal mid-layer
• Hiking pants.
• Waterproof pants & jacket
• Gloves & hat
• Socks (wool or synthetic)
• Sunglasses
• Backpack
• Reusable Water-bottle
• Camera (optional)

You can rent the following equipment for the Ice Cave Tour:

• Hiking boots 1.000 ISK
• Rain gear 1.000 ISK

Glacier Adventure reserves the rights to refuse participation of clients if not dressed according to weather since this will put the clients at risk. In such circumstances no refunds shall be given.

The tours are led by local and professional guides to give you a safe and unforgettable experience in the breathtaking Vatnajökull region. The tours start in two separate locations, there is around 23 min drive between the two meeting point (32 km) so make sure to consider that when planning your trip. Please be at our meeting points 20 minutes before departure time. 

SOUTH EAST BUGGY TOURS MEETING POINT is located next to the ring road, 23 minutes (32km) east of the Glacier Adventure base camp. We recommend being there at least 20 minutes before departure time. You will find the South East Buggy Tours meeting point on Google Maps here

The Buggy Tour is operated by our local friends at South East Buggy Tours. If you need to contact them:
Tel: +354 6640800 -www.southeastbuggytours.com- [email protected]

ICE CAVE MEETING POINT: Our meeting point is located at our Glacier Adventure Base Camp, just a few steps away from Skyrhúsid HI-Hostel. We are located 13 km east of the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and 67 km west of Höfn. We recommend being there at least 20 minutes before departure time.

You will find the Glacier Adventure meeting point on Google Maps here   

Disclaimer: Driving in Iceland can be unpredictable. We recommend you to stay somewhere close to Hali the night before a morning tour. Our favorite option is Skyrhúsid HI-Hostel. You can book directly here

You can find useful information about the weather at www.vedur.is and the road conditions at www.road.is

• Glacier Adventure reserves the right to always keep a 5% payment fee to cover costs for the booking & rescheduling.
• If you must reschedule or cancel the booking, please provide us with 24-hour notice. This way we might be able to resell the seats.
• Cancellations received less than 24 hours before tour departure, will not be refunded. This includes bookings made within 24 hours before departure.
• If clients cancel their tour more than 24 hours before departure, a 95% refund will be given.
• “No Shows” will not be refunded if the client is not on time before the tour departure.
• Glacier Adventure reserves the right to cancel your trip with your safety in mind.
• With short notice, the tours can be canceled due to safety reasons or other natural conditions. In such cases, a 100% refund is provided.

Note: We don’t refund if the client is late or doesn’t show up, or if the weather is not good and the tour is still on schedule. We recommend that participants stay in a hotel or guesthouse close to Hali the night before the tour.