
Why choose a Private Tour?
We offer private tours that provide a tailored and exclusive experience, allowing individuals or small groups to explore a destination at their own pace and based on their specific interests. Our customizable itineraries enable travelers to choose the attractions they want to visit and determine the duration of their stay at each location. With expert guides and insider knowledge, our private tours offer a deeper understanding of the destination's culture, history, and hidden gems, enhancing the overall experience.
Private Self-Drive Activities
Experience an exclusive adventure into the heart of Iceland's volcanic wilderness. Join our Tröll Expeditions team for an extraordinary private tour to the majestic Katla Ice Cave. This is a truly off-the-beaten-path journey, perfect for those who want to escape the crowds and immerse themselves in the wild, breathtaking landscapes of Iceland with their own group.
Your experienced glacier guides will lead you through the mysterious wilderness in a powerful Super Jeep from the village of Vík. During the thrilling 40-minute ride, they will share fascinating stories about the Katla volcano and geological insights. The ride takes you through surreal black volcanic deserts and past mossy peaks, making you feel like you've landed on another planet. Upon arrival, you'll take a short hike across the volcanic outwash plains to reach the magnificent Katla Ice Cave, where fire and ice meet in a stunning display of nature's power.
Inside the remote ice cave, you'll witness an awe-inspiring combination of volcanic ash and ancient ice. The cave is large, with unique ice formations, tunnels, and the chance to see real "Dragon-Glass"—a term for the obsidian-like volcanic glass found here. Your guide will provide all necessary safety gear and ensure a secure, intimate exploration. This private tour is one of Iceland's best-kept secrets, offering an unforgettable and personalized experience.
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The Silfra Fissure is located in Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once you arrive there, you will listen as your experienced certified PADI Dive Master provides a safety briefing. Then, you will receive all of the necessary equipment for snorkeling in Silfra, including neoprene hoods and gloves, a thermal undersuit, a drysuit, and of course mask, snorkel and fins. This equipment will keep you floating throughout your time in the fissure, as well as offering a protection against the cold glacier water. Once in the water, your eyes will meet the incredible shades of blue so prevalent in the fissure, as well as the natural underwater flora of canyon walls.
As you are swimming you will have the opportunity to move across continents, as you will be swimming between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, which is one of Thingvellir’s most famous characteristics. You will meet Silfra Hall, which is the widest section on the fissure and then the majestic Silfra Cathedral, its deepest section. Even more, the stunning shallow oasis will be presented before your eyes at the end, “the Real Blue Lagoon”.
Upon exiting the water, you’ll be invited to warm up with hot chocolate with your friendly guide. After the tour is over you will receive the free GoPro underwater photos in your email.
You get the option to book a transfer from Reykjavik as an extra.
Please make sure you sign this Snorkeling Medical Statement before the tour – click here
This tour offers a chance to explore Falljökull, a dramatically carved outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. Highlights include a guided 3-hour hike on the ice, witnessing spectacular features like deep crevasses, vertical moulins (ice tunnels), and massive ice falls. Guests will see evidence of the glacier's recession and deformation of the bedrock, along with a glimpse of ancient blue ice. All necessary safety gear, including crampons and ice axe, is provided by a qualified glacier guide.
Join this guided glacier hike to explore the magnificent Falljökull (the "Falling Glacier"), an impressive outlet of the vast Vatnajökull ice cap in Southeast Iceland. You will meet your guide at the base in Höf (near Skaftafell) 20 minutes before departure.
After receiving all necessary equipment—crampons, helmet, and ice axe—you will take a shared 15-minute shuttle bus ride, followed by a 20-minute walk to reach the ice. This initial walk highlights the rapid retreat of the glacier, showing the newly exposed land and the surrounding moss line where the ice once stood.
Once on the ice, your guide will provide a safety briefing and teach you how to walk correctly with crampons. The hike is rated as not technically hard, but can be steep and rocky, requiring some physical strength. Over the 3-hour hike, you will navigate the dramatically carved ice landscape, viewing features such as deep crevasses (cracks caused by ice movement), smooth moulins (vertical shafts), and areas containing glacier mice (unique moss balls). The high elevation often provides beautiful, windy views over the surrounding mountains. Your guide will also explain the immense scale of Vatnajökull, which covers 9% of Iceland, and the serious impact of global warming on the world's glaciers.
Feel free to contact Tröll customer service for any questions on info@troll.is or call +354 519 5544 if you wish to book a Private Tour
This private, extended 5-hour tour offers an in-depth hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include spending 3.5 to 4 hours on the ice to explore deeper into the glacier, witnessing a wider variety of features like deep crevasses and moulins (vertical shafts), and gaining wide panoramic views over Skaftafell National Park. This tour is perfect for guests seeking more time and immersion on the ice, with all essential safety gear (crampons, harness, ice axe) provided by your certified guide.
Join this private, extended glacier hike designed for travelers who desire more time and personalized attention on the ice. The tour explores Falljökull, a dramatic outlet glacier located within the scenic Skaftafell National Park area of Southeast Iceland.
You will meet your guide at the dedicated Troll base minutes from the glacier located with free parking available, where you receive your safety equipment. The adventure begins with a brief 15-minute ride, followed by a 15-minute walk to the edge of the ice, where your guide will give a safety briefing and instruction on using the crampons and ice axe.
You will spend 3.5 to 4 hours actively hiking across the rugged glacial terrain. This extended duration allows you to climb higher than on shorter tours, accessing more remote areas and enjoying sweeping views of the entire Skaftafell region, dramatically shaped by the ice. Your guide will interpret the geological features, pointing out crevasses and moulins, and explaining how the glacier continuously forms, moves, and changes based on the season. This private experience ensures a flexible pace, dedicated focus from your certified guide, and a memorable, detailed look at the immense power of Europe’s largest glacier. A complimentary hot drink and candy bar are provided upon return.
This private, comprehensive tour offers an intensive 3-hour experience on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include a dedicated ice climbing session, where you use twin ice axes to scale an ice wall or crevasse face after a guide sets up a safety rope. You will also hike to explore major glacial features like deep crevasses and vertical moulins (ice tunnels). The tour provides all required technical gear (climbing boots, crampons, axes, harness) and offers views of the highest, ice-covered peaks in Iceland.
Join this private, medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts seeking a focused and specialized exploration of the magnificent Vatnajökull Glacier near the Skaftafell area. The tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition and requires only endurance and patience, as no previous climbing experience is necessary.
You will meet your highly qualified glacier guide 20 minutes before departure in Hof. The guide will fit you with all necessary safety and climbing equipment, including stiff hiking boots, crampons, harness, and ice axes. A short 10-minute bus ride followed by a 15-minute walk brings you to the edge of the ice, offering views of bedrock deformation caused by the glacier's recession.
You will spend approximately 3 hours actively on the glacier. Your private guide will scout out the best ice feature of the day (crevasse or moulin) and set up a secure safety rope using an ice screw. The main activity involves using two ice axes to climb the ice wall or rappel into a crevasse and climb out, providing a unique physical challenge. The tour also includes time for hiking to explore fascinating ice formations, such as deep crevasses and vertical moulins (ice shafts). In winter, you may be able to peek into small ice tunnels, capturing the blue light within the glacier. This private format ensures personalized instruction, avoids crowds, and maximizes your safety and experience on the glacier.
This tour provides a comprehensive exploration of the Sólheimajökull glacier, an accessible outlet of the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Highlights include viewing millennia-old blue ice, safely gazing into glacier moulins (vertical ice shafts), and witnessing the contrast of ice against volcanic ash from the underlying Katla volcano. All necessary equipment, including crampons and safety gear, is provided by certified guides, ensuring a safe and informative encounter with this massive natural phenomenon.
This tour is designed for anyone seeking a deep understanding and direct experience with one of Iceland’s magnificent glaciers. You will meet your certified guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot on the South Coast (approximately 2.5 hours drive from Reykjavík). The tour is categorized as easy and focuses on observation and education, making it suitable for beginners.
The adventure begins with a 30-minute walk to the edge of the ice, noting the distance the glacier has receded. Once there, you will be fitted with all required safety equipment, including crampons for walking stability and a harness. On the glacier, your guide will lead you through the otherworldly landscape, sharing insights into its formation. You will see blue ice, which gains its color from compressed snow, and be able to look down into moulins, which are vertical ice shafts that can reach the base of the glacier. The glacier sits on top of the mighty Katla volcano, and your guide will point out the visible volcanic ash layers. On clear days, views may extend to the famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano. This experience provides an immersive and safe encounter with the immense, receding forces of Iceland’s glaciers.
This private tour combines a guided hike with the specialized activity of ice climbing on the Sólheimajökull glacier. Highlights include climbing a crevasse ice wall using safety ropes and twin ice axes, witnessing the dramatic crevasses and volcanic ash remnants on the ice, and exploring glacial features like moulins (ice tunnels). All technical gear, including stiff climbing boots, harness, crampons, and ice axes, is provided by certified guides.
This is a private, medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts seeking a focused and immersive exploration of Sólheimajökull glacier, an accessible outlet of Mýrdalsjökull, located a few hours drive from Reykjavík. The tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition, and no prior ice climbing experience is required.
The tour begins at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where you will meet your guide and be equipped with all necessary safety and climbing gear: specialized stiff climbing boots, harness, helmet, crampons (for walking), and ice axes.
The adventure starts with a hike onto the ice, passing a small glacier lagoon where icebergs are often visible. After navigating the initial crevasses (large cracks in the ice), the focus shifts to the main activity: ice climbing. Ropes are set up on a chosen ice wall, allowing you to safely use two ice axes to scale the vertical ice while secured by your harness. The remaining hike explores features like glacial tunnels (moulins) and areas covered with volcanic ash from the Katla volcano (which lies safely dormant beneath the ice). This experience provides a close look at the immense, dynamic forces that shape Iceland's glaciers.
Private Minibus Tours
Enjoy the amazing wonders of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. You’ll be picked up from your hotel or Bus Stop for the hunt of a lifetime – Northern Lights hunting. See the northern lights dancing high up in the sky.
The Northern Lights are one of the major attractions in Iceland. Due to its high latitude, Iceland is just a few km away from the Arctic Circle – making it one of the places to view the northern lights.
Our guide will pick you up at the designated location in Reykjavik, and will take you to some of the best places to witness the northern lights.
Make sure to dress up warmly for this tour, as Iceland’s cold winter winds can definitely make you feel cold. Hot chocolate will be provided while witnessing the northern lights.
Join an expedition to the South Coast & hike on the Sólheimajökull glacier. You'll visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall, the majestic Skogafoss, the mighty waves of Reynisfjara beach, also known as The Black Sand Beach, and walk on top of Sólheimajökull.
Customize your Golden Circle Tour. We visit the famous Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir Geothermal Area and throw in some local favorites as well. Complete this tour by opting for Snorkeling, Snowmobiling or Horseback Riding.
Keep in mind that the Volcano has stopped erupting.
Are you ready to become a "VOLCANO TROLL" 🧌 ? Join us on this exciting trip to the newest volcano in Iceland! On this amazing day we will explore our beloved Sundhnukar Active Volcano and the hidden gems of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Prices depend on group size. Select the correct group size and number of participants or "Trolls" 🧌 during the booking process to see the final price for your request:
1 to 4 people 190.000 isk. 5 to 8 people 250.000isk. 9 to 18 people 310.000 isk.
How to book Private Tours?
Explore the available private tour options here, where we show different destinations, durations, and activities available for private tours. Once you have decided on the private tour you wish to book send email to info@troll.is. In the subject line of the email, clearly indicate that you are interested in booking a private tour. This will help our team to identify and prioritize your request.
Please provide the following information:
- Your full name
- Contact details (phone number and email address)
- Preferred tour dates (include alternative dates if possible)
- Number of participants (specify adults and children if applicable)
- Any specific requirements or preferences you may have for the private tour
- If you have any additional questions or requests, make sure to include them in the email as well.
Cancellation Policy on Private Tours
All private tours can be canceled up to 72 hours from the departure time with the full price refunded by sending an email to info@troll.is. All cancellations requested less than 72 hours from the departure time are non-refundable. In the case of cancellation of the tour by the operator because of extreme weather, road conditions, or other factors, we will assist you with rebooking to another date or booking other activities when possible or provide a full refund.
Please note, that there is also 72 hour cancelation policy on extra items such as hiking boots, jackets and pants.