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Lofthellir is a lava cave in the Lake Mývatn region famous for its extensive and long-lasting natural ice formations. Cold conditions within the lava tube preserve the ice throughout the year.
Reaching the cave involves travelling along rough tracks followed by a walk across a lava field. The entrance is narrow and visitors must crawl briefly before reaching the larger chambers.
Visits are made with a guide and typically include helmets, headlamps and equipment suitable for icy conditions.
A lava tube containing persistent natural ice formations maintained by the cold cave climate.
The cave has a narrow entrance, ice, water and slippery surfaces. Visitors must be able to crawl briefly.
Lofthellir Ice Cave
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