Kosice: Dobsinska Ice Cave Tour

Venture into the heart of the Slovak Paradise National Park and discover the Dobsinska Ice Cave, a mesmerizing subterranean world where time seems to stand still. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled within the Ducza Mountain, is a hidden gem of natural beauty, boasting a remarkable display of ice formations, glistening stalactites, and frozen waterfalls. Descend into the depths of this icy realm and marvel at the cave’s unique features, including the Great and Small Halls, Ruffiny’s Corridor, and the Collapsed Dome. Experience the contrasting beauty of the non-glaciated sections, with their intriguing names like the Dripstone Cellar and Hell, each offering a glimpse into the cave’s fascinating geological history.

We offer private tours to the Dobsinska Ice Cave from Kosice on request.

Tour itinerary:

• Hotel pick-up at chosen time.
• Up to 2-hour drive from Kosice to the Dobsinska Ice Cave by private car/van accompanied by our English-speaking driver.
• 30-minute guided tour of the Dobsinska Ice Cave, exploring its icy chambers and marveling at the natural ice formations.
  • Descend into the cave’s depths and experience the chilly air, with temperatures ranging from -3.9°C to +3.5°C.
  • Explore the magnificent Great and Small Halls, adorned with glistening ice formations.
  • Wander through Ruffiny’s Corridor and witness the unique formations of the Collapsed Dome.
  • Discover the contrasting beauty of the non-glaciated sections, with their intriguing names and formations.
• Up to 2-hour drive back from the Dobsinska Ice Cave to Kosice.
• Your hotel drop-off in Kosice.

Whole tour lasts up to 5 hours.

Prices: from 49 EUR per person

What is included?

• Hotel pick-up at chosen time and drop-off after the tour.
• Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car/minivan.
• Service of a private English-speaking driver during the whole tour.
• Entrance tickets to the Cave
• 0,5 hour guided tour of Dobsinska Ice Cave

*This sample itinerary assumes joining a local guide tour which is run daily but depending on the season entrance times are either very close to each other or you need to wait a bit longer until the group is gathered. It also means that English speaking guide on the tour is not guaranteed as it depends on the season/particular date

*Dobsinka Ice Cave is closed on Mondays and between 16th September and 14th May

*We recommend having warm clothes and firm boots