Sleipnir Glacier Blog
Immerse yourself in captivating glacier stories, hidden Icelandic tales, and expert knowledge from our 30+ years of experience. We are passionate about glaciers – especially Langjökull, where we roam with our Sleipnir Monster Truck. Join us for unforgettable Icelandic adventures as we reveal the incredible secrets of glaciers.
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Worried that a winter glacier tour means standing in the cold for hours? Here's how much time you actually spend outside, and what keeps you warm.
Sleipnir's natural ice cave is open 166 days a year, not 365. Here's why that's proof it's real, and when to book before the window closes.
Not every Icelandic ice cave is natural. Learn how to tell a natural ice cave from a man-made tunnel, and why it matters before you book.
No snowmobile or hike required. See exactly how Sleipnir reaches the natural Langjökull ice cave from Gullfoss, and when the season runs.
Planning a glacier tour from Gullfoss? Learn where Sleipnir Tours departs, how to combine Gullfoss with Langjökull and what to bring.
From the 1st of November, Sleipnir Tours takes visitors from Gullfoss onto Langjökull for a guided winter glacier and natural ice-cave experience. The natural ice cave season is from November to 15th of April. Quick answer: The Sleipnir Ice Cave and Glacier Tour is a guided winter tour from Gullfoss to the natural Neptune ice cave on Langjökull. The experience includes transportation toward the glacier, a journey in a specially designed Sleipnir glacier truck, crampons and a guided cave visit. It normally takes approximately three to four hours from Gullfoss and has a minimum age of four years. No previous glacier experience is required, but guests must be able to walk over snow, steps and uneven ground.
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