Into the Glacier: Ice Cave Full Day Tour
Journey deep inside Europe’s second-largest glacier for a truly unforgettable educational experience.
Located in West Iceland, Into the Glacier offers students a guided exploration of man-made ice tunnels carved within the mighty Langjökull Glacier. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure begins with a scenic journey in specially modified glacier vehicles, followed by a walk through vast ice chambers, crevasses, and blue-hued tunnels beneath the surface of the glacier. Along the way, expert guides share fascinating insights into glaciology, climate change, and Iceland’s unique geology.
Combining awe-inspiring natural beauty with hands-on learning, this visit provides students with a rare opportunity to witness the power and fragility of nature up close.
This visit links directly to a variety of curriculum areas, offering powerful learning outcomes:
- Geography – Reinforces understanding of glacial landscapes, climate systems, ice formation, and environmental processes.
- Science – Supports studies in Earth science, climate change, and ecosystems, with real-world examples of glacial impact and preservation.
- Environmental Studies – Encourages critical thinking around sustainability, human interaction with natural environments, and global warming.
- Cultural Studies – Explores Iceland’s relationship with nature and the innovative engineering behind the glacier tunnels.
