ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Volcano Eruption Site Hike & Reykjanes Tour from Reykjavik
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Reykjavík · Reykjavík forecast
4°
Partly cloudy
Today · Wind 2 m/s
Today
11° 4°
Partly cloudy
Tomorrow
11° 8°
Rain
Thu
10° 7°
Overcast
Fri
11° 7°
Overcast
Sat
10° 8°
Light rain
Sun
11° 6°
Partly cloudy
Mon
12° 9°
Rain
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road conditions in Reykjanes
Official road status from Vegagerðin, grouped around the area of this experience.
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
Hike to Fagradalsfjall eruption sites, see newly formed landscapes.
We also visit the highlights of the Reykjanes Peninsula including the Bridge Between Continents, the majestic Reykjanesviti Lighthouse, the beauty of Lake Kleifarvatn, and Gunnuhver Hot Springs on this once-in-a-lifetime tour from Reykjavík. Our expert tour guide will make your experience in Iceland even more magical and makes sure you get the best views during the day.
Please note that if the volcano hike runs takes than expected, we may have to cut some of the others stops listed above.
What's included
Included
- ✓WiFi on board
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- –Lunch
Itinerary
- Tour stop
Enjoy the spectacular views of Kleifarvatn Lake.
- Tour stop
In July 2023, a new eruption began to the north of Fagradalsfjall. The eruption lasted only 3 weeks but left a big impact with a huge amount of lava released on the area. Hike to volcano eruption sites through the mossy-covered lava fields and mountains with our expert tour guide. The difficulty rating of the hike is considered moderate.
- Tour stop
Drive around the Reykjanes Peninsula seeing these various natural wonders and unique surroundings.
Pass by without stopping - Tour stop
Take a walk through the bubbling mud pots and hissing steam vents at Gunnuhver Hot Springs an awesome experience for all the senses and fun for pictures.
- Tour stop
Witness the photogenic Reykjanes Lighthouse and Valhnúkamöl Boulder Ridge to admire the cliffs and sea stacks formed by the Atlantic Ocean.
- Tour stop
Walk from the Eurasian to the American tectonic plate at The Bridge Between Continents, a 15 meter footbridge spanning a gaping rift between the two
- Tour stop
Seltún Hot Springs and the Krýsuvík Geothermal area.
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The route we take can change for safety reasons.
- Update August 9th: The flow of new lava at Litli-Hrutur has stopped, at least for the time being. The area is still smoldering and is fascinating to visit.
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.