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30 Dec: Top Tips for Packing for an Ice Cave Adventure

Iceland is packed full of incredible landscapes but even where the bar is this high, a glacial ice cave will stop you in your tracks with its extraordinary beauty. One of the best parts of the country to visit these seasonal landforms is from Fjallsárlón, where we are ideally situated to access the ice caves beneath Vatnajökull’s icy surface. From November to March our guides will lead you to a winter wonderland where you’ll have time to explore this breathtaking subglacial landscape.

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23 Dec: Winter Weather in Iceland – What to Expect?

Winter in Iceland is a season of extremes, offering a blend of stark beauty and challenging conditions. From November to March, the country transforms into a frozen wonderland, with snow-covered landscapes, icy roads, and the enchanting Northern Lights illuminating the long nights. However, the winter weather in Iceland is unpredictable, shaped by the island’s location in the North Atlantic and its proximity to the Arctic Circle.

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16 Dec: The Geological Formation of Vatnajökull

Vatnajökull National Park is the largest of Iceland’s three national parks. It encompasses around 12% of the country’s total area and about a quarter of its central highland region. The area was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2019 and is effectively funded and well-managed by the Icelandic government in the form of the Vatnajökull National Park agency (Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður) which is also responsible for risk management.

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09 Dec: How does climate change affect Vatnajökull Glacier?

Vatnajökull covers a sizeable proportion of Iceland’s land area. This enormous ice field takes up about 8% of the country, the largest glacier in Iceland by a considerable margin. In total, Icelandic glaciers contain 3500 km3 of ice, and the Vatnajökull glacier is responsible for 3000 km3 of that. Its vast scale is plain to see.

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02 Dec: The Science Behind Vatnajökull’s Blue Ice Caves

If you’ve been planning an ice cave tour, then it’s likely that you’ve been looking at pictures of these dazzling landforms online. If you have, one thing that will have struck you is how blue the ice often is. This might seem odd – after all, glacier ice starts as compacted snow and snow’s white, right? In this article, we’ll look at the science behind Vatnajökull’s blue ice and see what happens to make it so.

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04 Nov: Essential Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Ice Cave Tour in Vatnajökull Glacier

Exploring Vatnajökull’s natural ice caves is a bucket list experience for many travelers visiting Iceland. These caves are formed every winter by melting glacier water and reshaped by seasonal changes. Ice caves can have vibrant blue walls and interesting ice formations. However, accessing these wonders requires preparation, proper gear, and understanding Iceland’s sometimes unforgiving environment and every changing weather. This guide covers the essential tips for having a safe and enjoyable ice cave tour in Vatnajökull Glacier in Iceland, along with a bonus suggestion to visit nearby Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon located in the National Park.