Blue Dragon Ice Cave by helicopter
Embark on an exhilarating scenic helicopter flight over Skeiðarárjökull glacier, taking in panoramic views of Vatnajökull National Park’s sprawling network of glaciers.
Area
Southern Iceland
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Luxurious
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Moderate
Under Skeiðarárjökull’s icy surface is the Blue Dragon ice cave, named for the striking scale-like formations that adorn its frozen walls. Due to the cave’s remote location, it was only recently discovered and very few visitors have set foot inside. After landing on the glacier, take a short walk to the mouth of this secret glacier ice cave with your guide and explore its icy interior, taking in striking aquamarine hues and hearing more about the cave’s geography from your guide.
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